Friends test different. They poke holes you miss, spot gaps your brain jumped. Not just bugs, but real use cases. Each fresh eye brings a new angle, each confused click shows what needs work.
Paid testers follow scripts, friends follow instinct. They'll tell you straight when something feels off. No sugar coating, just pure user truth. That's gold you can't buy. Why chase perfect when you can chase real?
What's the last thing a friend's fresh eyes saved you from?