“We needed a way to collect public comments on a complex, markup-heavy PDF. BugSmash was the only tool that truly worked. Nabil and his team went above and beyond to support our needs. If you want simple, powerful collaboration with public feedback—BugSmash is it.“
MCBuilt for modern agile teams that value speed, simplicity, and clarity
BugSmash:
The #1 Pastel Alternative
Built for modern teams that value speed, simplicity, and clarity
Loved by 250+ brands
Loved by 250+ brands around the Globe
Quick Feature Comparison Table
| Feature | Bugsmash | Pastel |
|---|---|---|
|
Multi-Format Support: Websites, Videos, Images, PDF, Audio |
Limited | |
| Review Mobile Apps | ||
| Review Dynamic Web Apps | ||
| Private Comments | ||
| No-Login Guest Feedback | ||
| File Versioning | ||
| Integration with Jira & Slack | ||
| Cost Efficient Pricing |
Why Marketing & Product Teams Are Switching to Bugsmash?
From live websites to any digital asset, BugSmash meets your entire feedback lifecycle — without breaking the bank.
Multi-Format Mastery
Upload, annotate, and manage feedback across live websites, image and PDF campaign assets, mobile apps, videos, and audio — all in one platform.
"No more juggling tools for different formats. BugSmash speaks every file's language."
Pricing That Doesn’t Punish Growth
Transparent pricing. No per-seat tax. More users, more feedback, same plan.
"We scale with your team, not your bill."
Mobile App for On-the-Go Feedback
Available on Android, optimized for testing mobile apps and reviewing work anytime, anywhere.
"Ship from your desk or your couch. We don’t judge."
Built for Real Web Apps
Review dynamic SPAs, dashboards, or in-progress staging builds that break traditional tools.
"BugSmash is one of the very few tools that can actually handle Vue/React/Angular feedback live."
Client Feedback Without the Hassle
Let clients and stakeholders share their input with a single link — no logins, no friction.
"Because asking your CEO to ‘create an account’ is a waste of time."
Organized Feedback at Scale
Assign, tag and track feedback. Maintain a version history of your assets and its comments.
"We don’t just collect feedback. We manage it like a product backlog."
More Features
Messy approvals slowing you down? Organize and accelerate with BugSmash.
Break the feedback chaos—annotate, track, and collaborate effortlessly with BugSmash
Everything in One Place
Attach Supporting Files for Comments
Flexible Sharing Controls
Control who can view, comment, and collaborate with ease
Anonymous Commenting
Allow feedback without requiring sign-ups or accounts
Private Comments
Share feedback discreetly with secure, hidden comments
Time-Bound Comments
Leave comments tied to specific timestamps for precise feedback.
Prioritize & Assign Feedback
Organize, prioritize, and assign feedback for faster resolution.
Real-Time tracking
Track comments live and stay updated in real time
Real-Time Notifications
Get instant updates on feedback, mentions, and changes.
Integrations
Integrate seamlessly, collaborate effortlessly
Connect BugSmash with your existing tools & workflows for frictionless reviews and approvals.
Works seamlessly with Jira and Slack. As soon as you add a comment in BugSmash, it creates an issue ticket in Jira and also notifies to the respective channel in Slack!
More integrations coming soon...
Frequently Asked Question
What is BugSmash?
BugSmash is your go-to tool for reviewing and annotating various files. Whether it's
website URLs, videos, audio files, images, Android apps, or PDFs, BugSmash lets you add
comments and feedback directly on the screen. You can easily share your annotated
projects with others.
What file formats can I upload to BugSmash?
We've got you covered! BugSmash supports almost all major file formats for videos,
audios, images, and documents, making it easy for you to work with your preferred files.
Do I need an account to use BugSmash?
Not necessarily. You can upload files and share feedback without logging in. However, if
you want to update the status of feedback or share files privately, you'll need to
create an account and log in.
How can I share my projects and feedback on BugSmash?
Sharing is simple! You can share your projects via email or by generating a direct link.
For private sharing, just enter the recipients' emails, and we'll take care of sending
them the link. For public sharing, copy the project link and share it however you like.
Does BugSmash integrate with other tools?
BugSmash already integrates with Jira and Slack! So all your issues and communication
are in sync. For more integrations, please reach out to us. We'd be happy to prioritise
your request.
How does BugSmash protect my data?
Your security is our priority. Each paying, logged-in user gets their own secure cloud
storage bucket, compliant with SOC 2 standards. Plus, all data transmitted is encrypted
to keep it safe.
Are there limits on file size or storage?
Yes, there are a few limits in place to help keep things running smoothly. On the free
tier, you can upload files up to 100 MB each with a total storage of 5 GB. With an
upgrade, the limits increase — you’ll be able to upload files up to 250 MB or even
500 MB, with total storage expanding to 250 GB or 500 GB depending on your plan.
Is BugSmash available as a mobile app?
While we don't have a standalone mobile app yet, BugSmash is fully mobile-responsive.
You can pin BugSmash to your home screen and use it just like a mobile app.
What support options are available for BugSmash users?
We're here to help! We'll be rolling out a comprehensive knowledge base soon. Paid users
also get access to our customer service team during working hours for any additional
support.
What are the pricing plans for BugSmash?
We offer a free plan that you can sign up for directly on our website. For details on
our paid plans, please check our
pricing page
