iOS BUILD FARM / DEDICATED MAC MINI

Move iOS builds to a dedicatedcloud build farm

ZoneMini provides dedicated physical Mac minis—not virtual machines—for automated app builds, Xcode Archive, fixed CI runners, and continuously running Apple Silicon workloads.

From $20.8/day · Billed in USD · Daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly terms
macOS Build Environmentarchive / ready
$ git clone app-ios.git && cd app-ios
$ bundle exec fastlane archive
✓ archive exported: build/ZoneApp.ipa
CONFIGURATIONS3 configurations
Singapore · Tokyo · Seoul · Hong Kong · US East5 regions
ENTRY PRICEFrom $20.8/day
RESOURCE MODEDedicated physical machine
Build console showing the terminal workspace, build metrics, and dedicated Mac mini host

Connect to the tools your development team already uses

The names below describe compatible workflows and do not imply an official partnership between ZoneMini and any listed project or platform.

Xcode Fastlane GitHub Actions GitLab CI Jenkins React Native Flutter Docker
BUILD FARM BASICS

Dedicated resources, a consistent environment, and integration with your existing toolchain

Choose hardware, region, and term first, then configure your repository, dependency cache, and build permissions. Host resources are not shared with other tenants; CPU, memory, and local storage depend on the selected configuration.

M4

Dedicated physical Mac

All three configurations use real physical hosts rather than shared virtual machines. Keep a consistent Xcode version, dependency cache, build scripts, and project workspace.

CI

Dedicated CI runner

Connect GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins. Your team controls runner labels, repository permissions, job queues, and post-build cleanup policies.

IPA

Automated iOS builds

From a code commit, restore dependencies, run unit tests, create an Xcode Archive, and export the IPA. Users manage certificates, provisioning profiles, and repository tokens following least-privilege practices.

24H

Always-on workloads

Nodes operate continuously 365 days a year. Model inference, batch transcoding, and long-running builds can run continuously on a dedicated host.

What to confirm before renting

ZoneMini delivers a remotely accessible physical macOS environment. Your team remains responsible for project code, signing materials, third-party tool licenses, pipeline permissions, and final release operations.

MACOS BUILD ENVIRONMENT

Verify every step from repository to archive

This example walks through fetching a repository, installing dependencies, running tests, and creating an archive. The commands illustrate the workflow only; they do not represent fixed runtimes or contain credentials for any real node.

01
Clone repositorygit clone <repository>
02
Install dependenciesbundle install && pod install
03
Run testsxcodebuild test
04
Create archivefastlane ios archive
build-run / ios-release04 / 04
$ git clone git@example.com:mobile/app-ios.git
✓ repository ready

$ bundle install && bundle exec pod install
✓ dependencies installed

$ xcodebuild test -scheme ZoneApp
✓ TEST SUCCEEDED

$ bundle exec fastlane ios archive
✓ build/ZoneApp.ipa
Cache

Isolate dependency directories by project

Manage CocoaPods, Ruby, and build caches separately for each repository to prevent stale cross-project dependencies from producing non-reproducible results.

Logs

Retain output from failed steps

Collect test results, archive logs, and build parameters. Remove tokens, passwords, and signing private keys before submitting a support ticket.

Cleanup

Remove temporary files after each job

Clean DerivedData, expired archives, and download caches. Monitor local disk space continuously so temporary artifacts do not crowd out later jobs.

3 CONFIGURATIONS / USD

Three configurations, with four billing terms listed transparently

Every configuration is a dedicated physical Mac mini, not a virtual machine. Order from Singapore, Japan (Tokyo), South Korea (Seoul), Hong Kong, or the US East Coast; live availability is confirmed by the console.

Light builds

ZoneMini M4 Core

M4 · 16GB · 256GB
$20.8/day
  • Daily$20.8
  • Weekly$56.1
  • Monthly$103.8
  • Quarterly$282.3

For single-project builds, low-concurrency tests, temporary archives, and basic automation.

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Memory-intensive workloads

ZoneMini M4 Pro

M4 Pro · 64GB · 2TB
$61.5/day
  • Daily$61.5
  • Weekly$165.9
  • Monthly$307.3
  • Quarterly$835.9

For large-model inference, high-load parallel workloads, large projects, and extensive local files.

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Choose from three cloud Mac configurations by workload
Use case Recommended configuration Memory and storage Selection criteria
Light builds ZoneMini M4 Core 16GB / 256GB Single project, low concurrency, short-term archives, and manageable cache size
Everyday development and multi-project pipelines ZoneMini M4 Plus 24GB / 512GB Dependency caches, simulator testing, continuous runners, and multi-branch jobs
Large-model inference and high-load parallel workloads ZoneMini M4 Pro 64GB / 2TB High memory, long-running jobs, large model files, and extensive local data
5 REGIONS

Keep your node close to your team, repository, or target users

Five available regions: Singapore, Japan (Tokyo), South Korea (Seoul), Hong Kong, and the US East Coast. Consider repository location, team access paths, release markets, and local connectivity together.

How to choose a region

  1. RepositoryFirst, identify where your main code repository and dependency sources are located.
  2. TeamThen compare everyday SSH, screen-sharing, and file-transfer paths.
  3. DeliveryFinally, choose based on your release market and artifact return location.
Singapore
20~50 ms
Japan (Tokyo)
30~60 ms
South Korea (Seoul)
30~50 ms
Hong Kong
20~40 ms
US East Coast
25~35 ms

These ranges illustrate how to evaluate regions. Actual network performance depends on access routes, carriers, repository location, and local connectivity.

Catalog availability of three configurations across five regions
Configuration × region Singapore Japan (Tokyo) South Korea (Seoul) Hong Kong US East Coast
ZoneMini M4 Core Available Available Available Available Available
ZoneMini M4 Plus Available Available Available Available Available
ZoneMini M4 Pro Available Available Available Available Available
REAL WORKFLOWS

From input to job to deliverable

Each scenario is separated into inputs, tasks, and outputs. ZoneMini provides the runtime environment; it does not replace project code, signing strategies, data backups, or third-party platform rules.

Independent developer

From commit to TestFlight package

Move overnight archives off your personal computer and let a dedicated node handle repetitive build steps.

InputCode commits, lockfiles, certificates, and provisioning profiles
TaskRestore dependencies, run tests, create an Xcode Archive, and validate the export
OutputBuild package, test results, and archive logs for pre-upload checks
CI team

Run signing builds concurrently

Divide runner labels by repository, job type, and environment to reduce reliance on individually maintained build setups.

InputMulti-repository jobs, runner labels, least-privilege tokens, and queue rules
TaskConcurrent tests, dependency caching, signing builds, failed-job retries, and log archiving
OutputBuild packages, test results, failure logs, and traceable job records
AI experiments

Apple Silicon model inference

Run batch inference on a high-memory node while keeping developers’ local workstations available for coding and result analysis.

InputModel files, inference scripts, datasets, and runtime parameters
TaskEnvironment isolation, batch inference, memory monitoring, metric logging, and retrying failed runs
OutputExecution logs, metric files, result data, and reproducible parameters
Audio and video team

Batch transcoding and proxy generation

Put scriptable repetitive processing on a dedicated node, without treating temporary workspace storage as a long-term archive.

InputMedia inventory, encoding parameters, naming rules, and output directory
TaskBatch transcoding, proxy generation, waveform processing, and quality checks
OutputFinished files, verification records, processing logs, and return manifest
“I moved overnight archives from my personal computer to a dedicated node.” — Independent iOS developer
“At last, the runner and signing environment can be managed centrally by the team.” — Mobile CI lead
“Long-running jobs no longer occupy my local workstation.” — Machine learning engineer

Need to map your existing workflow to a specific configuration?

The use-case page breaks down iOS builds, build farms, cross-platform projects, model inference, audio and video processing, and release preparation.

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BILLING & PAYMENT

Settle in USD and confirm terms and payment methods first

All prices are billed in USD. Only USDT-TRC20 and Visa / Mastercard / Amex (via Stripe) are supported; the console confirms the gateways currently available.

Choose daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly terms. Listed prices are not converted or rounded; checkout is based on the selected configuration, region, add-ons, and term.

USDT-TRC20 Visa / Mastercard / Amex (via Stripe)
Short-term validation
Use a daily term to verify a single build, connection, and dependency environment.
Project phase
Use a weekly term for focused development, testing, and release preparation.
Continuous pipelines
Use a monthly or quarterly term for a fixed runner and long-term workspace.
SELECTED FAQ

Frequently asked questions before ordering

For more questions about provisioning, connections, build environments, networking, storage, and billing, visit the Help Center.

Is ZoneMini a virtual machine?

No. ZoneMini provides a dedicated physical Mac mini. CPU, memory, and local storage correspond to the selected configuration and are not shared through a virtualized resource pool with other tenants.

Can I connect it to my existing CI platform?

Yes. Connect GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins runners as required by your project. Your team must manage repository permissions, job labels, cache isolation, and post-build cleanup.

How do I choose among the five regions?

Prioritize repository location, team access paths, and release markets, then test SSH, screen sharing, and file transfer under real network conditions. Available regions are Singapore, Japan (Tokyo), South Korea (Seoul), Hong Kong, and the US East Coast.

Which payment methods are supported?

Only USDT-TRC20 and Visa / Mastercard / Amex (via Stripe) are supported, with all billing in USD. The console confirms the gateways currently available.

How do I connect to the cloud Mac after delivery?

Use SSH for command-line tasks and macOS screen sharing for graphical work. Before connecting for the first time, verify the node address, username, local network, and access credentials.

READY TO CONFIGURE

Choose your configuration, region, and term

Starting at $20.8/day. Before ordering, prepare your use case, concurrent job count, target region, estimated term, and storage requirements. If you need to confirm the details, review the connection guide or Help Center first.