Mobot

Mobot

Automated mobile app testing with robots

About Mobot

Simplify's Rating
Why Mobot is rated
B
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated A on Growth Potential
Rated B on Rating Differentiation

Industries

Robotics & Automation

Consumer Software

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Series A

Total Funding

$17.4M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2018

Overview

Mobot focuses on automated mobile app testing using real mechanical robots, which allows for testing on actual devices rather than relying on emulators. This method ensures higher accuracy and consistency, making it ideal for apps that demand reliable performance. The company operates on a subscription model, providing clients with access to its testing platform where they can upload test plans for the robots to execute. Mobot aims to help businesses release high-quality mobile applications quickly and confidently.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for mobile app testing due to increased mobile app usage.
  • QA-as-a-Service models are gaining popularity as companies outsource non-core activities.
  • Advancements in AI enhance Mobot's robotic testing accuracy and efficiency.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging startups with advanced AI capabilities pose competitive threats to Mobot.
  • Frequent updates needed for new mobile OS versions may increase operational costs.
  • Scalability challenges may arise from reliance on physical robots for testing.

What makes Mobot unique

  • Mobot uses physical robots for testing, unlike traditional emulator-based methods.
  • The company offers a subscription model with various service tiers for flexibility.
  • Mobot's testing covers 100+ iOS/Android devices, ensuring comprehensive device coverage.

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Funding

Total Funding

$17.4M

Meets

Industry Average

Funded Over

3 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Series A funding typically happens when a startup has a product and some customers, and now needs funding to scale. This money is usually used to grow the team, expand marketing, and improve the product. Venture capital firms are frequently the main investors here.
Series A Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Performance Bonus

Stock Options

Parental Leave

Commuter Benefits

Meal Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -5%

1 year growth

↑ 3%

2 year growth

↑ 3%
Trending in Testing
Aug 22nd, 2022
Uncorrelated Ventures invested into Mobot in $12.5M on Jul 22nd 22'.

Mobot recently announced the launch of its QA-as-a-service Testing platform and also announced that it has raised $12.5 million in Series A funding round which was led by Cota Capital, and saw participation from Uncorrelated Ventures, Heavybit, and others.

Mobot
Aug 19th, 2022
Mobot’s $12.5M Funding and the Future of Mobile App Testing - Mobot App Testing Platform

Today, Mobot is launching the industry's first automated, physical QA-as-a-Service platform to help mobile-first companies ship bug-free apps faster.

PitchBook
Aug 16th, 2022
Cota Capital invests into Mobot in $12.5M

Mobot has raised $12.5 million in a round led by Cota Capital, TechCrunch reported.

TechCrunch
Aug 15th, 2022
Mobot secures capital to grow its fleet of robots that bug-test mobile apps

Mobot, a startup developing robotics technology to bug-test mobile apps, has raised fresh capital in a venture round.

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