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Bugfender 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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Bugfender combines remote logging, crash reporting and in-app feedback, with a free plan and paid tiers. Check the device and retention limits against your needs before choosing a plan.
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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.
Visit EAS ObserveThe facts
| Bugfender | EAS Observe | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Team: $39 a month | Starter: $19 a month |
| Plans published | 6 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | bugfender.com | expo.dev |
| On mobile app monitoring | #3 of 22 | #8 of 22 |
Bugfender: what it does well
- Captures application activity that does not cause crashes
- Free plan allows up to 100,000 daily log lines
- SDK is described as able to work offline
- Integrations include GitHub, Slack, Jira and Zendesk
What to know first
- Free-plan logs are retained for 24 hours
- Free plan has a 2,000-device limit
- API access is listed for Pro and Premium
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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