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Bugfender vs Middleware

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.

Bugfender

Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2

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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Middleware

Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

Middleware covers a broad set of monitoring and observability products, with a free plan and a usage-billed option. Check the plan limits and retention period against your needs.

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The facts

BugfenderMiddleware
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNoNo
Runs onAndroid, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, WebAndroid, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planTeam: $39 a monthPay As You Go: $0.30 a month
Plans published63
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitebugfender.commiddleware.io
On mobile app monitoring#3 of 25#13 of 25

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

Middleware: what it does well

  • Free Forever includes up to 100GB of data.
  • Lists 450+ built-in integrations.
  • Includes distributed tracing and real-user monitoring.
  • States encryption at rest and in transit.

What to know first

  • Free tier data retention is 14 days.
  • Free Forever support is community based.
  • Pay As You Go is billed based on usage.

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