Simulator vs Device

Testing your Bagisto Native app on both simulators and physical devices is crucial for a smooth user experience.

iOS Simulator

The simulator is great for rapid UI development and debugging.

• Pros: Fast build times, easy to test different screen sizes.
• Cons: Does not simulate camera, sensors, or real-world network conditions.
• Accessing Localhost: Use http://localhost:3000 or http://127.0.0.1:3000.

Physical iOS Device

A real device is necessary for final verification and native functionality testing.

• Pros: Real-world performance, accurate touch interactions, camera support.
• Cons: Requires a Wi-Fi connection and manual IP configuration.
• Accessing Localhost: Use your Mac's IP address (e.g., http://192.168.1.50:3000).

Which one to use?

Scenario	Simulator	Physical Device
Initial UI Layout	Preferred	Good
Native Bridge Tests	Good	Preferred
Performance Benchmarking	No	Preferred
Animation Smoothness	No	Preferred

TIP

Always do a final "smoke test" on a physical device before any major release.