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An App to Test Apps
July 12, 2022

An App to Test Apps

Sandro Silva | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with TestFlight

We need to test changes or new mobile apps developed by the company on iOS devices. The concept of using one app to test other apps is a little strange to me, but the tool allows you to release demo versions to members of the beta tester team, with version control published for each different team. This allows diversity, facilitating the control and management of tests on different models of equipment, with different versions of the operating system.
  • Good: version control made available to each team of testers
  • Good: Testers can be part of the development team, or be external users.
  • Bad: Sometimes a new release is not automatically made available to an individual or team.
  • Include integrated feedback form, with screen print or field to which comments are desired
  • Listing "What to test" could be a checklist, for the purpose of controlling what has been or still needs to be tested.
  • Does not support iOS versions lower than 12 (as of the publication date of this review), even if your app supports older versions.
  • Approve mobile apps for iOS, before making them available on the official store
  • Version control and the possibility to test different builds of the same application
  • Enforce a deadline for using and testing the beta version of applications
  • Good: Easy to use
  • Good: multiple version control of a same app
  • Bad: Feedback to developer only by mail
  • Bad: Control of the components and features that need to be tested
  • Good: Longer expiration date
  • Bad: Does not run on non-recent devices (iOS < 12)
Managing beta tester users and mobile app versions is easier and more intuitive with Google's platform. As it is cross-platform, the same application code will be compatible with iOS, Android, and Web devices. Rich and detailed documentation. Reduction of costs and deadlines, using a single development code, being applied on several platforms. Of the options available on the market, TestFlight is a good option, but not the best.

Do you think TestFlight delivers good value for the price?

No

Are you happy with TestFlight's feature set?

No

Did TestFlight live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of TestFlight go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy TestFlight again?

No

Approval of a beta version of a mobile application is easier with Google than with Apple. The concept of using an App to approve another App is unnecessary, since the store itself may have controls to make beta versions of applications available to specific people or guests. But within the existing resources, it is a good tool, it delivers what it promises. Best Usage Scenario: Development team has multiple beta testers, or needs to validate the app on different iOS versions and screen resolutions. Does not apply: Apps that support older versions of iOS, as Test Flight requires iOS 13 or higher.