Apple Silicon physical node

Build on a
Dedicated M4

Cloud Mac for development and automation workflows. Every order includes one dedicated Apple Silicon machine—not a virtual machine. Runner M4 from $20.6/day.

Mac mini M4 5 locations Delivered by term
Choose a location and order View both plans

All prices are settled in USD. Actual availability is confirmed in real time by the console.

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M4 release/ios-2.8commit 7f34a1c · Xcode workflow
SG Runner M4 · 16GBDedicated physical Mac mini
Execution progress scale04 / 05
Submit Queue Run Sign Deliver
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Runner Receipt build_0142
IPA · DSYM · LOG · SHA256
Signing statusComplete Artifact deliverySFTP READY Node termWeekly
SingaporeSG · Available
Japan (Tokyo)JP · Available
South Korea (Seoul)KR · Available
Hong KongHK · Available
US East CoastUS-E · Available
5 locations available
SGSingapore
JPJapan (Tokyo)
KRSouth Korea (Seoul)
HKHong Kong
US-EUS East Coast
5Full coverage of available locations
2 plansTransparent fixed M4 configurations
$20.6/dayRunner M4 starting price
1 order = 1 machineDedicated Apple Silicon machine
Resource boundaries

Clear machine boundaries make workflows predictable

RunnerVPS delivers each cloud Mac as a complete dedicated physical node. The CPU, unified memory, and local SSD are not shared with other tenants. Your team manages the system, toolchain, and access credentials.

Dedicated physical Mac mini

Not a shared virtual machine, and not a configuration built around vague resource quotas

Every order specifies the M4 chip, memory, SSD, location, and rental term. Once delivered, you can pin Xcode, command-line tools, dependency caches, and build scripts to reduce variation between execution environments.

Continuous buildsPin Xcode, certificates, and dependency caches
Remote desktopUse the full macOS graphical interface through VNC
Automated executionRegister as your team’s self-hosted runner
Local model experimentsPrepare MLX test environments within a unified-memory budget
01 / CONFIG

Configuration in the order

Confirm the machine, memory, SSD, location, and term before submitting. Review the delivered configuration in the order record instead of relying on vague shared-resource descriptions.

02 / ACCESS

SSH and VNC, each for its role

Use SSH for command-line builds, file sync, and automation. Use VNC through a controlled connection when you need Xcode, Final Cut Pro, or other graphical software.

Two fixed plans

Two M4 plans for different workloads

Start with Runner M4 for everyday development and light automation. Choose Runner M4 Plus when you need more memory and local storage. Check all four term prices on the plans page.

M4

Runner M4

For everyday iOS/macOS development, short-term testing, light CI, and single-task workflows requiring a graphical interface.

ChipM4
Memory16GB RAM
Storage256GB SSD
Daily$20.6
Weekly$55.7
Monthly$103.1
Quarterly$280.4
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M4 PLUS

Runner M4 Plus

For higher unified-memory needs, larger dependency caches, local model validation, and workflows requiring more project storage.

ChipM4
Memory24GB RAM
Storage512GB SSD
Daily$40.8
Weekly$110.3
Monthly$204.2
Quarterly$555.4
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Location directory for both plans Actual availability is confirmed in real time by the console
SingaporeRunner M4 / Runner M4 PlusAvailable
Japan (Tokyo)Runner M4 / Runner M4 PlusAvailable
South Korea (Seoul)Runner M4 / Runner M4 PlusAvailable
Hong KongRunner M4 / Runner M4 PlusAvailable
US East CoastRunner M4 / Runner M4 PlusAvailable
Observable workflows

Verify every stage from submission to artifact delivery

We do not replace real workflow visibility with made-up performance figures. Build an observable chain across task submission, queue status, execution logs, signing steps, and artifact delivery.

Build process chart

This diagram illustrates stages and state changes; it does not represent fixed durations or performance guarantees. Dependency size, test scope, signing steps, and network conditions affect completion time.

AFixed environmentThe team maintains Xcode, certificates, dependencies, and caches
BRetained logsWrite task stages and device identifiers to CI records
CArtifact retrievalReturn build results through SFTP or the pipeline
SubmitQueueRunSignDeliver artifact
Connection and management

Verify the device first, then connect

Before the first connection, verify the device name, location, and host fingerprint. Use SSH for command-line work; prepare a VNC client when you need Xcode or other graphical software.

SSH / VNC preparation checklist

Before the first connection

1
Prepare a unique SSH public keyManage keys separately for each device and user; never share private keys among team members.
2
Verify the host fingerprintCompare it with the console record before the first login. If it changes, stop and confirm the reason before connecting.
3
Prepare a VNC clientEnable remote desktop only when you need a graphical interface, preferably through a controlled network or SSH tunnel.
4
Update initial access credentialsAfter the first connection, change the password, restrict account permissions, and record the handoff owner and purpose.
Access status normal

Device management fields

These fields link the order, device, and pipeline records. The example contains no real access credentials.

Device namerunner-sg-m4-0142
PlanRunner M4
LocationSingapore · SG
ConfigurationM4 / 16GB / 256GB
TermWeekly
Access methodsSSH / VNC
Real workloads

Built around specific tasks, not generic compute

Choose a configuration based on task duration, unified-memory needs, graphical-interface requirements, and parallelism. Design each scenario around connection, environment setup, task execution, and data exit.

WORKLOAD / 01

iOS / macOS development

Open Xcode remotely, pull code, pin the toolchain, run tests, and produce signed builds. When finished, retrieve the IPA, dSYM, logs, and project caches that need to be retained.

View the development workflow
WORKLOAD / 02

Self-hosted runner

Register the dedicated node to a selected project, limit the runner’s scope, maintain dependency caches, and return artifacts and execution records to your existing CI system.

View the CI/CD workflow
WORKLOAD / 03

AI experiments

Prepare an MLX environment, choose models and data within the unified-memory budget, record dependency versions and experiment parameters, and remove local data and access tokens before the term ends.

View the experiment workflow
WORKLOAD / 04

Audio and video workflows

Preview projects through remote desktop, plan media sync and cache space in advance, and retrieve files promptly after export. We do not promise unverified fixed render times.

View the audio and video workflow

I rent by project cycle instead of leaving my own computer compiling all night.

Independent developer

A dedicated node makes the signing environment easier to keep consistent, while device and pipeline records stay aligned.

CI lead

I spin one up when testing is needed, end it with the rental term, and keep the experiment environment off my personal computer.

Research engineer
Engineering notes

Notes on connections, builds, and environment management

Reusable practices for connecting to cloud Macs, pinning toolchains, maintaining build nodes, and handing off tasks.

DevOps & CI/CD

iOS State Restoration Regression Tests on a Cloud Mac

A practical workflow for testing drafts, navigation, and business state across backgrounding, process termination, and controlled relaunches.

 Security

Build iOS Backup Boundary Regression Tests on a Cloud Mac

Convert iOS file backup rules into XCTest assertions and Simulator container checks so caches and reproducible downloads do not enter backups by mistake.

 DevOps & CI/CD

Build Deterministic iOS Clipboard Tests with simctl

Control a dedicated simulator clipboard with simctl, then verify paste entry points, Unicode, line endings, and state isolation with XCTest.
Before ordering

Frequently asked questions

Search the support center for connection, system, network, storage, build, and account questions. For a specific device, sign in to the console and submit a device-linked ticket.

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Is RunnerVPS a virtual machine service?

No. Every order includes one dedicated physical Mac mini with Apple Silicon. Compute resources and local storage are not shared with other tenants.

Which rental terms are supported?

Daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly terms are available. Daily suits short tests, weekly suits release sprints, monthly suits ongoing CI, and quarterly suits stable pipelines.

How do I connect to the device?

Verify the device fingerprint, then sign in through SSH. Use VNC when you need a graphical interface. View device credentials and access status in the console.

Which payment methods are supported?

Only USDT-TRC20 and Visa / Mastercard / Amex via Stripe are supported. All prices are settled in USD. Actual gateway availability is determined by the backend response.

Are the locations available year-round?

All locations operate normally 365 days a year. Choose a term around your project cycle and complete artifact retrieval, key removal, and data cleanup before it ends.

Rent by project cycle

Organize your Apple Silicon workflow by day, week, month, or quarter

Choose one of two plans, one of five locations, a rental term, and any add-ons before submitting your order. Pricing, availability, and device delivery details are confirmed on the console checkout page.

Four terms for different project cycles

Choose a term based on task duration, then select a machine according to memory, storage, and graphical-interface needs.

DAYShort tests and one-off builds
WEEKRelease sprints and focused validation
MONTHOngoing development and CI runs
QUARTERStable pipelines and long-term projects

Payment and billing

All orders are priced and settled in USD. No converted prices in other currencies are displayed.

USDT-TRC20Digital-asset payment flow
Visa / Mastercard / AmexProcessed through Stripe

Run every build on a dedicated Apple Silicon physical node.

Start with Runner M4 or Runner M4 Plus, and choose Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul, Hong Kong, or the US East Coast.

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