# RunsOn

Canonical page: https://indiedev.tools/tool/runson-t_m0dxkfmfx9rt2q4lj6f

10x cheaper GitHub Actions self-hosted runners

## Overview
Your GitHub CI costs are ballooning, or you are fed up with slow build times, so you try self-hosting GitHub Actions runners. But after some setup time, you quickly realize it’s not easy to keep them running at scale, and now jobs are queuing up or building slowly. Now you try third-party hosted runners, but your security team is concerned about exposing your code and secrets to a third-party, and you’re not sure what to do. Enter RunsOn, the best way to run GitHub Actions runners on your own AWS infrastructure.
## Details
- Category: Development
- Pricing model: free
- Website: [RunsOn](https://runs-on.com)
## Key features
- Significantly cheaper than GitHub Actions runners, with claims of up to 90% savings.
- Faster builds using the latest generation of AWS instances, fast volumes, and high-speed networks.
- Fully self-hosted in your AWS account, enhancing security and control over the infrastructure.
- Easy to install and set up, with a claimed installation time of 10 minutes.
- High level of customizability, allowing specification of RAM, CPU, GPU, and DISK sizes at runtime.
- Unlimited concurrency, supporting hundreds of concurrent jobs and managing high workloads efficiently.
- Supports both Linux and Windows runners, and includes options for GPU runners.
- Offers advanced features such as ephemeral VMs, unlimited caches, Docker layer caching, SSH access, static IPs, and more.
- High scalability, with users running thousands of jobs per hour without issues.
- Promotes cost transparency, mentioning only EC2 usage costs with no overage charges.
## Limitations
- Requires hosting and managing AWS infrastructure, which might be complex for some users.
- Initial setup and integration with existing workflows could take some time and effort.
- Dependence on AWS, which could be a limitation for organizations using other cloud providers.
## Frequently asked questions
### What is RunsOn?
RunsOn is a cost-effective solution for GitHub Actions runners, offering up to 90% savings and faster builds, fully self-hosted in your AWS account.
### How much can I save with RunsOn?
You can save up to 90% of your CI bill compared to standard GitHub Actions runners.
### What platforms does RunsOn support?
RunsOn supports Linux, Windows, and GPU runners, among others.
### How long does it take to set up RunsOn?
RunsOn can be installed and set up in approximately 10 minutes.

Last updated: 2024-09-19