Browserstack, a leading software testing platform backed by Accel, has acquired the Berlin-based bug reporting startup Bird Eats Bug in a deal valued at $20 million. The acquisition includes upfront cash, stock, and future investments for product development. Browserstack, founded by IIT Bombay alumni Ritesh Arora and Nakul Aggarwal, provides cloud-based software testing solutions for companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Nvidia, and X. This move marks Browserstack’s fifth acquisition and aligns with its strategy to expand its total addressable market (TAM) by exploring adjacent areas in the software testing domain.
The acquisition of Bird Eats Bug will enhance Browserstack’s platform by integrating its innovative bug reporting tool, which simplifies the process for users, even those without technical expertise. The addition is expected to streamline workflows and improve the productivity of developer and quality assurance teams, allowing them to focus on creating products rather than managing complex testing processes.
Ritesh Arora, cofounder and CEO of Browserstack, emphasized that the acquisition supports the company’s vision of providing a unified and seamless testing experience. Browserstack has been profitable since its early days and continues to pursue mergers and acquisitions as part of its growth strategy, supported by $250 million in cash reserves for organic and inorganic investments.
In addition to the acquisition, Browserstack announced the launch of its new manual testing tool, Bug Capture, which aims to speed up bug debugging by 30%. The company, valued at $4 billion after a $200 million funding round led by Mary Meeker’s Bond Capital in 2021, invests around $30 million annually in research and development to further consolidate its position in the global software testing market.