AstroFarm

Manage your device fleet remotely, run automated tests, and conduct deep analysis of application behavior on real hardware

About AstroFarm

AstroFarm by 42Gears allows companies to turn their own mobile devices into a private testing lab. Teams can remotely access Android and iOS devices, run manual tests, automate workflows, and debug applications without being physically present.

As a result, distributed QA, development, and DevOps teams can easily test applications on real hardware anytime, anywhere. By leveraging your existing devices, AstroFarm reduces the cost of renting or maintaining separate test devices and speeds up the development cycle. Thus, your teams build reliable applications faster than before.

AstroFarm features

Quick device enrollment

Connect multiple devices from your office desk or employee computers (Windows, Linux, macOS) to AstroFarm in minutes to get your test lab up and running without any delays.

Automatic testing

Test mobile apps remotely on real devices using open source frameworks like Appium and Selenium, helping teams shorten development cycles and detect issues at earlier stages.

Source code debugging

Conveniently debug apps on remote devices: Step-by-step through apps on Android using Android Studio or on iOS/iPadOS using Xcode, without being physically present at the devices.

Device inspection and control

Monitor all QA and test devices from the AstroFarm console. Lock or unlock devices as needed to remove faulty ones and maintain constant access to production devices.

Remote control of the device

Interact seamlessly with your devices with Next-Gen Remote Control. Perform operations on real devices without lag, as if you were holding them in your hands.

SSO login support

Easily log in with single sign-on (SSO), simplifying access for your team and ensuring a high level of security.

Performance control

Monitor CPU, memory, and data usage in real time during testing sessions, including individual device processes, to improve application quality and ensure smooth operation.

AstroFarm add-on

AstroContacts

A cloud-based solution that centralizes and protects business contacts, keeping them up-to-date across all devices.

AstroContacts seamlessly syncs with Android and iOS phone books, supports role-based access, and allows teams to quickly filter, tag, and communicate with contacts.

Benefits of use: Teams can access accurate contact information anywhere, whether it’s a field work, customer support, or internal coordination, ensuring everyone has the right contacts at their fingertips.

AstroFarm benefits

  • Maximize the use of existing devices

    Turn your current devices into a 24/7 private testing lab, eliminating the need to purchase duplicate devices for different locations and increasing your return on investment.

  • Flexible cloud testing environment

    Scale your device farm to meet your team’s needs, ensuring efficient resource utilization and smooth growth.

  • Support for remote and hybrid teams

    Set up your device farm and access it from anywhere, giving employees full remote access to devices, whether they work from home or in distributed offices.

  • Safe and controlled testing

    Strengthen the security of your test environment by using your own devices and avoiding the risks associated with shared cloud devices.

  • Environmental friendliness and cost efficiency

    Reduce e-waste and transportation impacts by maximizing device usage and supporting environmentally friendly practices without compromising testing capabilities.

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