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Appelium vs EAS Observe
Both stand on mobile app monitoring. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Appelium brings crash reporting, UI-test analysis, performance monitoring, and beta distribution together for mobile apps. The free plan is limited by app count, users, and retention, while network request limits may affect higher-traffic use.
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EAS Observe focuses on performance timing and release comparisons for Expo apps. Check the SDK, build, and usage requirements before choosing a plan.
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| Appelium | EAS Observe | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | BASIC: 250 CHF a month | Starter: $19 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | appelium.com | expo.dev |
| On mobile app monitoring | #2 of 25 | #8 of 25 |
Appelium: what it does well
- Free monthly plan covers one app and one user.
- Bug reports can include videos, user steps, and device details.
- Records UI-test videos, screenshots, and logs.
- Includes beta build distribution.
- Customer data is stored in Switzerland, according to the site.
What to know first
- FREE plan limits use to one app and one user.
- FREE plan retains data for one month.
- Excess network traffic may lead to throttling or a higher package requirement.
EAS Observe: what it does well
- Tracks launch, render, and interaction timings
- Compares metrics across app versions and OTA updates
- Custom events can be analyzed with performance data
- Free plan includes 100K events per month
What to know first
- Requires Expo SDK 55 or later
- Not available in Expo Go
- Error and crash reporting are preview features
- Starter plan has additional usage costs
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