TestFlight

Score7.1 out of 10

14 Reviews and Ratings

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TestFlight is a versatile tool that offers a wide range of use cases for managing the testing of iOS apps. Users have found it incredibly easy to add and remove testers, allowing for seamless management of the app's testing phase. The ability to upload builds for testing purposes directly through the software has been highly appreciated by developers. With TestFlight, users can provide detailed test descriptions, including feedback email, contact information, and license details, ensuring efficient communication during the testing process.

When it comes to troubleshooting, TestFlight proves to be invaluable. The software enables users to view crashes and screenshots of the app, aiding in identifying and resolving any issues that arise. Additionally, TestFlight allows for the direct installation of beta apps on devices, streamlining the testing experience for both testers and developers.

One notable use case of TestFlight lies in its ability to facilitate diverse testing scenarios. It supports both internal and external testing, accommodating different devices and operating systems. This versatility has made TestFlight a go-to tool for mobile developers seeking agile testing by clients and other developers alike.

Beyond its role in app development, TestFlight has found utility in various other domains. In social science research, it has been utilized for conducting alpha and beta tests of apps to ensure meaningful data collection. Over the years, TestFlight has proven its reliability and effectiveness across different test scenarios.

Moreover, TestFlight is not limited to technical applications only. It plays a vital role in business operations by offering early access to new tools for business apps. This early exposure allows companies to gather user feedback and make informed decisions before releasing their products to the wider market.

In summary, TestFlight addresses multiple challenges faced during the iOS app development process. Its robust features simplify tester management, build upload, troubleshooting, and installation processes. Moreover, TestFlight's versatility extends beyond development circles into domains such as research and businesses seeking operational improvements.

Reviews

10 Reviews

TestFlight : Beta testing easily

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

August 2, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

1. Manage the testers of the app , we can add and remove easily
2. upload builds in test flight
3. Provide the test descriptions like description , feedback email , contact information and license
4. View the crashes and screenshots of the app
5. install the beta apps on device through the app
6. Manage the internal and external testing

Pros

manage users
test informations
handle builds

Cons

submitting builds
screenshots of the issue in beta
availability of the app and correct info of avilability

Likelihood to Recommend

1. If there is a need for testing the iOS apps in internal or external testing
2. Manage the users and builds for the app
3. Provide General information like , description and contacts
4. Get the crashes info and screenshots as feedback from users
5. Install the apps easily with the app in iOS

Biswajit Behera

Principal Software Development Engineer in Engineering at Cookytech Technologies Pvt Ltd (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

2 years of experience

Verified on LinkedIn

The definitive tool for iOS Developers and Testers headaches

Rating: 8 out of 10

Incentivized

July 25, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I am a mobile developer, so the use of TestFlight is vital, I need clients and other developers to be able to test the apps I use in an agile way, when do we start developing apps? We encountered the problem that it was difficult for customers to test them, we had to make configurations that were very complex at times. The customer complained about these situations and it was also difficult for us as developers to be able to have the products ready for each person install them on their cell phone.

Pros

Organize testers in groups
Easy way to send builds to user's devices
Manage differents versions of the OS
Organize the keys and different authentication files

Cons

The learning curve
A faster way to send build to only one device
Easy way to manage keys and auth files

Likelihood to Recommend

The most appropriate scenario in which TestFlight can be used is when we are in a very large project and we need several people to be able to test the build that we have created. The least appropriate scenario would be when a user is starting to learn to develop applications in iOS since simply by using the tools that Xcode gives, what is the programming IDE. You can test the applications on your device or in the simulator, but this is a really good tool to learn in that scenario but is not mandatory.

Verified User

Professional in Information Technology (51-200 employees)

Vetted Review

4 years of experience

A great product for testing apps in a university context

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

July 13, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We develop and use our own apps for our social science research. To ensure that the data collected with them also provide meaningful data, we test the respective apps in alpha and beta tests with selected students. We have been using TestFlight very successfully for different test scenarios for three years.

Pros

Invite users to test our apps.
Collect valuable feedback.
Sharing a public link to our apps.
Involve a very large number of users.

Cons

Provide live feedback.
Changing email addresses of existing users.
Limiting public links according to individual criteria.

Likelihood to Recommend

TestFlight has been particularly useful for us when we wanted to test different aspects of our apps with large groups. The ease of use made it possible for non-technical students to participate in the tests. This also allowed us to get feedback from those groups of people that we would not have been able to reach or would have had difficulty reaching with other test environments.

Verified User

Employee in Research & Development (10,001+ employees)

Vetted Review

3 years of experience

An App to Test Apps

Rating: 7 out of 10

July 12, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

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.

Pros

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.

Cons

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.

Likelihood to Recommend

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.

Sandro Silva

IT Consultant in Customer Service at dormakaba (51-200 employees)

Vetted Review

2 years of experience

TestFlight for faster TTM and better feedbacks

Rating: 8 out of 10

Incentivized

July 9, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

TestFlight is a way companies are exposing me to new iPhone apps for me to test as part of an early access program. With TestFlight I can install apps outside the Apple AppStore and easily send bugs and RFEs to the company or to the dev group in a very easy and efficient way.

Pros

Easy use
bug reporting
software updates

Cons

keeping old configuration
notifications related to internal apps
get customer trust

Likelihood to Recommend

When you need to expose a beta version of an app without publishing it on the official app store, TestFlight is the best tool for the job. it can provide that segregation while motivating the user to post their finding with a super-easy way to do so and to improve the product or app.

Verified User

Manager in Engineering (10,001+ employees)

Vetted Review

2 years of experience

Fast way to test your Apple App

Rating: 8 out of 10

Incentivized

July 9, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

TestFlight is an easy way to test your apps on Apple devices. We use it to quickly test a new build of the app on iPhones. You have to make a group and add the emails in the Apple developer control panel. Once you go through the US export customs encryption permissions, it releases the app to your chosen emails. If the user can not access his email, then it you have to do a workaround which takes some time and is a headache. You can use the test build for 60 days. Of course as you probably guessed, it does not work on Android or other platforms.

Pros

Simple to use
Fast

Cons

If you could use it without the Apple developer account panel, it would make it better.
More statistics
Longer expiration date

Likelihood to Recommend

It is the easiest and cheapest way to test your Apple apps before releasing it. Then, you can then quickly release the app if you are happy with new build. It does not have a lot of bell and whistles. It does the job directly and quickly. If you need to debug or see some statistics, then look elsewhere. It is better than using the simulator in Xcode.

Osama Khan

Support Specialist in Information Technology at NurulQuran (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

1 year of experience

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TestFlight is an indisputable king of iOS app testing | Secure & reliable

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

July 8, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We make a lot of apps and games and before publishing, we run a lot of user testing and for that purpose we use TestFlight. Usually, we test our beta apps/in-development apps for bugs and feedback. we share it through TestFlight so it's more secure and easy to reach our clients and employees or team working on the app. It's our go-to solution whenever we are developing an iOS app.

Pros

It's from apple, so obviously reliable
easy and convenient for iOS apps
sharing through link or email and staying secure is a key feature
as UI/UX person, helps a lot to gather feedback on actual beta app

Cons

Not for everyone, you'll need iOS developer to set up.
You have to have an iOS running device
Noting particular other than that

Likelihood to Recommend

Honestly, 99% of users are taking advantage of TestFlight when they are developing an iOS app and they use it for testing and sharing beta versions to clients and test users to find bugs and see how the app is working. And Apple users won't go anywhere else than using TestFlight. It's a part of the process and unknowingly we are doing this for years and without TestFlight it's not possible to share beta apps to iOS users. I mean it's not like an android APK that you can just share and expect anyone to install. And that's a good and bad part of it. It's secured and reliable and saves you from copycats and hackers.

Verified User

Professional in Information Technology (11-50 employees)

Vetted Review

7 years of experience

TestFlight layman's view

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

July 8, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I can get early access to the new tools for the Apps my business use. I use them personally and I recommend to my partners and employees to use them when we have some new important tool (as we judge) for an App we use and make a great difference in our routine and business in general.

Pros

Friendly interface
Good technology
Good for Apple Apps

Cons

Bugs solves
Contact with a developer manager
Tutorials and Terms

Likelihood to Recommend

On iPhone, I can say that's essential, once we use a lot of Apps iOS native for the jobs we do. Once social media is a big tool for the educational business and influencers we partner up, can get early access to testing tools and some spoilers are a big deal.

Verified User

C-Level Executive in Corporate (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

4 years of experience

TestFlight saves us so much time and makes it easy for us to get builds out to customers and testers!

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

July 7, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

TestFlight is a simple way for us to deploy test builds to testers. It makes it really easy for customers to experience new features before they are in a production build.

Pros

Easy to use
Really fast
Integrated right into iOS

Cons

It can be challenging to go back to older builds
Auto-update can sometimes result in abrupt and unexpected changes
It's not always clear when new builds are available

Likelihood to Recommend

It works amazingly in situations where you want people outside of your organization to be able to try features before they are ready for production. It doesn't work as well when you are wanting to distribute an app out to the masses.

Verified User

Professional in Product Management (10,001+ employees)

Vetted Review

7 years of experience

TestFlight - A simple app to manage beta tests !

Rating: 8 out of 10

Incentivized

January 7, 2022

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I have been using TestFlight to test iOS applications made by others developers. We have multiple OS in our company, and they ask Android and iOS users for some help to test internal applications. So as I have an iOS, I've been using TestFlight to test iOS applications. Using TestsFlight allows us (as a tester) to start beta testing send feedback and crash reports.

Pros

Send crash report.
Add internal testers.
Add external testers.
Notify testers.

Cons

App must be approved on Apple Store before submitting with external testers.
Number of beta builds send per day.

Likelihood to Recommend

If you want to test your app among multiple users/devices, TestFlight is well suited! In fact, you don't have to worry about what version of iOS your testers have, or what device. Everything is logged directly into the app. Setup is quite simple, and adding internal or external users is also quite simple! You have access to remote logging and sessions. For both sides (tester and developer), this application is simple and easy to implement. The developer will be able to check where exactly users click or navigate. The main con is that an app needs to be approved on Apple before doing some beta test. It means you have to be in the final step of a project, as the app needs to be approved.

Jordan Deroubaix

Programmer in Information Technology at NXO (1001-5000 employees)

Vetted Review

3 years of experience

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