MOBILE CI/CD PLATFORMS
Mobile CI/CD tools automate the processes of Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) specifically for mobile app development, streamlining the building, testing, and deployment of mobile app updates.
Top 6 Mobile CI/CD Tools
Appcircle
- Enterprise grade all-in-one platform
- Offers self-hosted deployment options.
- Supports Enterprise App Store and Testing Distribution
- Crafted specifically for enterprises with valuable insights.
Bitrise
- Lacks customizable publish flow
- Lacks a self-hosted option
- Lacks signing identity management
Codemagic
- Customization options are more restricted.
- Lacks a self-hosted option
- Limited testing distribution
Xcode Cloud
- Only supports iOS, excluding Android development.
- Limited pre-built workflow steps available
- Lacks a self-hosted option
App Center
- Build speeds are slower, affecting productivity.
- Focused on testing & analytics, less on CI/CD.
- Workflow customization is limited.
Jenkins
- Complex setup needs technical expertise.
- Higher maintenance and hardware requirements.
- Challenging for beginners to learn.
How to choose your Mobile App Distribution Platform
Flexible Deployment Options
Every enterprise is unique and may require different deployment options, such as Public Cloud, Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud, or on-premise solutions. Appcircle addresses these needs with a portable, container-based architecture that aligns with your specific deployment requirements while also preventing cloud vendor lock-in. Whether you choose to deploy on GCP Public Cloud, on-premise, or privately via the AWS Marketplace, Appcircle meets your requirements.
Distribution Speed & Security
Multi-region secure CDNs ensure your app builds are globally accessible with optimized performance, even in regions with unique internet regulations. With encryption at rest and in transit, your packages are distributed securely.
Built for Purpose
Distribution platforms serve different purposes, such as Testing Distribution or deploying in-house apps to internal users via an Enterprise App Store. Appcircle offers dedicated modules tailored for each of these use cases.
IAM/SSO Integration
Comprehensive security with IAM/SSO integration, including Identity Providers such as Okta, Azure AD, and OneLogin, along with support for authentication protocols like LDAP, OpenID and SAML The platform also supports IAM role mapping (through LDAP and SSO), enabling seamless role and permission assignments based on identity provider groups for enhanced access control.
Apple Ad-Hoc Device Registration
Streamlined UDID registration for Apple devices with configuration profiles. The platform automatically adds device UDIDs to provisioning profiles, simplifying device management for app distribution and testing.
Re-signing Binaries for iOS and Android Apps
Support for re-signing iOS and Android binaries allows developers to re-sign apps with new certificates (iOS) or keystores (Android), ensuring app integrity and security.
CI Integration
Seamless integration with existing CI/CD tools is supported. With ready-to-use plugins for Azure DevOps, GitHub, Fastlane, Jenkins and more, plus API/CLI support, you can easily integrate Appcircle Distribution into your existing CI workflow.
End-to-End Platform
Many distribution tools offer only limited functionality for tasks such as building and publishing to app stores. If you plan to leverage these features, ensure the platform provides robust, comprehensive modules for Build , Signing Identity Management , and Publishing to Stores to fully address your needs.