Esper
The DevOps platform for device fleets.
Overview
Esper is a platform for managing dedicated Android devices that applies DevOps concepts like CI/CD pipelines, remote debugging, and programmatic control to device management. It is designed for organizations that build and deploy software on company-owned Android devices at scale, such as point-of-sale systems, logistics scanners, and healthcare devices. Esper provides the infrastructure to automate deployment, updates, and maintenance for these critical device fleets.
✨ Key Features
- DevOps for Android devices (CI/CD pipelines)
- Programmatic API-first approach
- Remote debugging and real-time telemetry
- Custom OS and firmware management
- Advanced provisioning and deployment
- Kiosk mode and security policies
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Applies a DevOps methodology to device management.
- API-first platform designed for automation and integration.
- Provides deep, real-time visibility and control over the device software stack.
Unique Value: Provides the essential infrastructure for agile and automated management of dedicated Android device fleets, treating device software with the same rigor as cloud software.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Creating a CI/CD pipeline that automatically builds a new version of a POS app and deploys it to a test group of devices before a full rollout.
- Remotely debugging a crashed application on a device located in a store hundreds of miles away.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations that need to manage employee smartphones (BYOD or corporate)
- Companies that need to manage non-Android devices
- Businesses without a development or DevOps team
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a true DevOps experience with CI/CD pipelines and deep API control, which traditional MDMs designed for employee phones do not provide.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: Up to 100 devices, with feature limitations.
📊 Market Info
Total Funding: $100.0M
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