Compare Genymotion and MonkeyRunner 
- Users report that Genymotion excels in "Ease of Use" with a score of 9.1, while MonkeyRunner trails slightly behind at 8.7. Reviewers mention that Genymotion's intuitive interface makes it easier for developers to get started quickly.
- Reviewers say that Genymotion offers superior "Test Variety" capabilities, allowing users to simulate various Android devices and configurations, which is crucial for comprehensive testing. In contrast, MonkeyRunner is noted for its limited device emulation options.
- G2 users highlight Genymotion's "Quality of Support" with a score of 8.2, where users appreciate the responsive customer service and extensive documentation. Users on G2 mention that MonkeyRunner's support is adequate but lacks the depth and responsiveness found in Genymotion.
- Users report that Genymotion's "Deployment-Ready Staging" feature is a standout, enabling seamless transitions from development to production environments. Conversely, MonkeyRunner does not provide as robust a staging environment, which can hinder deployment processes.
- Reviewers mention that Genymotion's "Automation" capabilities are more advanced, allowing for easier integration with CI/CD pipelines, while MonkeyRunner's automation features are seen as basic and less flexible.
- Users say that Genymotion's "Test Feedback" mechanism is more effective, providing detailed insights and logs that help in debugging, whereas MonkeyRunner's feedback system is less comprehensive, making it harder for users to identify issues quickly.
- All inclusive
- Access to all Android versions
- Unlimited app installations
I have been using genymotion for more than three years now while developing android applications with android studio. Genymotion consumes less computer resources compared to other android virtual devices and also emulates most of device features. In the...
It requires that I open multiple windows-- Genymotion + whatever device I'm using it to run. It becomes cumbersome and at times requires a full uninstall and reinstall cycle. Hard to install and set up initially.
The facility to write a behavior test, with the option to use a language less verbose than JAVA.
What I dislike is that it lacks tight UI integration. Some of our testers also complained about not liking Jython in particular, but that is subjective.
I have been using genymotion for more than three years now while developing android applications with android studio. Genymotion consumes less computer resources compared to other android virtual devices and also emulates most of device features. In the...
The facility to write a behavior test, with the option to use a language less verbose than JAVA.
It requires that I open multiple windows-- Genymotion + whatever device I'm using it to run. It becomes cumbersome and at times requires a full uninstall and reinstall cycle. Hard to install and set up initially.
What I dislike is that it lacks tight UI integration. Some of our testers also complained about not liking Jython in particular, but that is subjective.
