Online Android Browser Testing

Browserling offers free online cross-browser testing in various Android browsers. We run multiple Android Studio and SDK versions in virtual machines and stream the Android emulators to your browser. You don't have to install any additional software or Android Studio yourself as we run all the software in the cloud. Our software is powered by HTML5 and JavaScript, and runs directly in your browser.

Try Online Android Now!

Use our quick testing widget below to load an online Android emulator in your browser:

The free Browserling version lets you use Android for 3 minutes, but to get unlimited minutes, you'll have to buy a developer plan.

Online Android Testing FAQ

Can I use Android online without downloading it?

Yes! You can run Android online right in your browser without downloading anything. We provide cloud-based Android emulators that let you access different Android versions instantly. Just visit browserling.com/browse/android to get an online Android!

Can I test my website on Android without a powerful computer?

Absolutely! You don't need a powerful computer because we run everything on our high-performance servers. We stream the Android screen as a video to your browser, so all the heavy lifting happens on our end. Your device just needs a basic Internet connection and a browser, nothing else. Click here to try an online Android!

How popular is Android?

Currently, Android is used by 72% of all mobile phone users, making it the most popular mobile operating system. iOS (iPhone) comes in second with 27% of users.

Which are the most popular Android versions?

The most popular version is Android 14, used by 37% of all Android users. Then, it's Android 13, used by 15% of all Android users. Then, Android 12 follows with 13% and Android 11 with 9%.

Which Android versions do you support?

We support the following Android versions:

What is the latest Android version?

The latest Android version is Android 15 (Vanilla Ice Cream), which was released in September of 2024. We've already added it to our online Android platform and you can try it via our quick browsing link: browserling.com/browse/android/15.

What is the earliest Android version?

The earliest version we support is Android 4.4 (KitKat). It can also be accessed online via our quick browsing link: browserling.com/browse/android/4.4. Older versions exist, like Android 1.0 and 2.3 (Gingerbread), but they are no longer widely used or supported.

Which Android versions had unusual releases or gaps?

Android has had some unusual version releases and gaps over the years:

  • Android 13.1 or 14.1 because Google prefers whole number updates now.
  • Android 13 (Tiramisu) was almost skipped but ended up being released.
  • Android 12.1 (12L) was an in-between version for foldable and large-screen devices.
  • Android 9 (Pie) jumped from Android 8.1, skipping 8.2 and 8.3.
  • Android 3 (Honeycomb) was only for tablets, so it was never followed up with a 3.1+ for phones.

Why does my website look different on Android vs. iOS?

Android and iOS use different browsers, rendering engines, and fonts. Android mainly uses Blink (Chrome's engine), while iOS forces all browsers to use WebKit. This can cause layout, font, and performance differences.

How do I make my website mobile-friendly for Android?

You can use responsive design with CSS media queries, test different screen sizes, avoid fixed-width layouts, and optimize images for mobile loading speeds (add lazy loading and convert images to the new WebP image format).

Why is my website slow on Android but fast on desktop?

Mobile devices have less powerful CPUs and limited memory. Common issues include heavy JavaScript, unoptimized images, and blocking CSS/JS. You can use Lighthouse or PageSpeed Insights to identify slow-loading elements.

Can I use Chrome extensions on Android?

Not on the official Chrome browser. However, alternative browsers like Kiwi Browser allow some Chrome extensions to work on Android.

What is Android WebView?

Android WebView is a built-in component that allows Android apps to display web content inside the app—kind of like a mini browser inside your app. It's based on Chromium, the same engine that powers Google Chrome. Developers use WebView to embed websites, run web-based tools, or display online content inside apps.

What's the difference between WebView and Chrome?

WebView is a built-in browser inside apps, while Chrome is a full-featured web browser. WebView is simpler, meant for displaying web content inside an app, and doesn't have features like tabs, bookmarks, or extensions. Chrome, on the other hand, is a standalone browser with full functionality, better performance, and security updates.

Can WebView run JavaScript?

Yes! WebView can run JavaScript, but it's disabled by default for security reasons.

Do you run Android simulators?

Yes, we run Android simulators from the official Google Android SDK packages.

Do you also run real Android devices?

Not yet, but we're working on our own device cloud with various mobile phones that run various versions of Android.

Can I test Android apps in Browserling?

At the moment, we only offer online cross-browser testing in various Android browsers. However, we're looking into offering Android app testing from the cloud as well. Stay tuned!

Do you support Android's Developer options?

Yes! You can enable Developer options to access debugging tools, change animation speeds, and more.

Can you help us solve an Android issue?

Yes, we'd love to help! We've installed all possible Android versions and have been providing Android testing for over 10 years, so we can quickly debug your issue in any Android version. Please email us at hello@browserling.com and we'll try to help you.

Can I embed an Android in my webapp?

Yes, you can embed any Android version in your own web page or web application. We invented Live API that lets you embed an Android emulator in any web page with just a couple of lines of code.

Support

For any additional questions about cross-browser testing in Android please contact us at support@browserling.com or use our contact form.