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AppVeyor vs Buildbot
Both stand on game build automation software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxMac+3
AppVeyor provides configurable CI pipelines, build matrices, and multiple deployment paths. The 60-minute job ceiling applies across plans and should be considered for longer builds.
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Free plan APILinuxMac+3
Buildbot offers configurable automation for teams prepared to manage its master-and-worker setup. Security needs particular attention: configure authentication and authorization, and consider the recommended access-controlled reverse proxy.
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| AppVeyor | Buildbot | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Basic: $29 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 7 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | appveyor.com | buildbot.net |
| On game build automation software | #1 of 43 | #8 of 43 |
AppVeyor: what it does well
- Pipelines cover build, test, packaging, and deployment
- Supports configuration by YAML or interface
- Includes hosted and self-hosted options
- Secure variables are encrypted
What to know first
- Build jobs are limited to 60 minutes
- Basic includes one private project
- Basic costs $29.00 per month
Buildbot: what it does well
- Free and open-source under GPL version 2
- Supports distributed parallel jobs across platforms
- Python scripts can generate configurations dynamically
- Status reporters can send updates to GitHub or email
What to know first
- Web interface has no authentication by default
- Authorization cannot securely deny read access to the bot
- Securing access requires additional configuration
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