Firebase App Distribution alternative

App distribution,
without the clunky console.

A dedicated platform for distributing your apps, built to be something your testers actually enjoy using.

Activity & Communication

3+
Release Botuploaded build #1522h ago
v2.4.0 (152) - Ready for testingComplete
AL
Amy LeeBlocker1h ago

Cannot login on iPhone 14 Pro. Screen goes black immediately after splash. 🚨

👀 3
1
SC
Sarah Chen30m ago

Found the issue. It's a regression in the auth library. Pushing a fix now.

Release Bot is verifying...

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01TestApp.io vs Firebase

See the difference

Firebase focuses on backend infrastructure. We focus on complete mobile release management.

Feature
TestApp.io
Firebase
Task management
Built in + Jira / Linear
None
Quality gates & SLA
Full SLA tracking
None
Blocker tracking
With resolution workflows
None
Launch checklists
Playbooks & automation
None
Version rollback
Device-level control
Limited
Team collaboration
Real-time activity feeds
Basic
File size limit
Up to 1 GB
Platform limits
Public install links
Fully supported
Invite only
Team collaboration

Collaboration beyond distribution

TestApp.io goes past simple distribution with full team collaboration: built-in task management, integrations and automated workflows.

  • Create tasks straight from feedback
  • Two-way sync with Jira and Linear
  • Slack and Microsoft Teams notifications
  • Automated playbooks for your workflows

Activity & Communication

3+
Release Botuploaded build #1522h ago
v2.4.0 (152) - Ready for testingComplete
AL
Amy LeeBlocker1h ago

Cannot login on iPhone 14 Pro. Screen goes black immediately after splash. 🚨

👀 3
1
SC
Sarah Chen30m ago

Found the issue. It's a regression in the auth library. Pushing a fix now.

Release Bot is verifying...
Analytics

Analytics beyond basic metrics

Get deeper insight into your releases with real-time analytics, device breakdowns and tester engagement. Firebase gives you basic download counts; we give you data you can act on.

  • Real-time install tracking
  • Device and OS version analytics
  • Tester engagement metrics

Tasks

Manage & sync with integrations

New
High
Synced
JiraJira
Implement OAuth 2.0 authentication
Add support for OAuth 2.0 login flow with Google and Apple Sign In...
SC
JD
3
Dec 15
Blocker
v1.0.4 (18)
App crashes on iOS 15 startup
Critical crash preventing app launch on iOS 15.x devices. Affects 40% of users.
AB
Reported 2h ago
Medium
Syncing
LinearLinear
Update dark mode color palette
Revise dark mode colors for better contrast and accessibility compliance.
MK

Built for modern teams

Branded install pages

Customizable install pages with your logo and release notes.

Easy team management

Organize testers into groups and manage access without digging through complex IAM policies.

Works with your tools

Connect Linear, Jira, Slack, Microsoft Teams and more. You're not locked into Google's ecosystem.

Global distribution

A global CDN keeps downloads fast worldwide, with no geographic restrictions or slow transfers.

Enterprise security

External storage options (S3, GCS) for full data control and compliance.

Room to grow

No limits on team members or testers. Flat pricing that scales with you.

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Learn more

Deep-dive comparison and step-by-step setup guides

Firebase App Distribution Alternatives
Detailed comparison of Firebase App Distribution vs TestApp.io with feature-by-feature breakdown.
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Mobile App Testing Best Practices
How to build a testing workflow that catches bugs early and ships quality apps faster.
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How to Create a Release
Upload your first build and share it with testers in minutes.
Help Center →
Slack Integration Setup
Get build notifications and tester updates delivered directly to your Slack channels.
Help Center →

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