Approach

Description

Emulators

Emulators are software tools that mimic the hardware and software of mobile devices. They are useful for early-stage testing as they are cost-effective and allow for rapid deployment and testing. However, emulators cannot perfectly replicate the hardware-level interactions and some specific device behaviors, which can lead to an incomplete assessment.

Real Devices

Testing on real devices provides a more accurate representation of how an application behaves in the real world. It allows testers to assess hardware-related vulnerabilities, carrier-network dependencies, and other device-specific issues. The downside is the cost and logistics involved in maintaining a diverse set of devices for comprehensive testing.