Summary
On September 3, 2026, Vercel made Basic build machines generally available to Pro and Enterprise teams, offering a cheaper 2 vCPU / 8 GB compute tier aimed at smaller applications whose builds do not need the larger default machine.
What changed
Vercel introduced a Basic build machine option (2 vCPU, 8 GB) selectable on Pro and Enterprise plans, giving teams a lower-cost build compute tier alongside existing larger machines.
Why it matters
Build minutes and machine size are a recurring cost line for teams shipping frequently, and a cheaper tier lets smaller projects cut CI spend without leaving Vercel. It reflects Vercel unbundling compute tiers as build and agent workloads on its platform grow.
Evidence excerpt
Basic build machines are now available on Pro and Enterprise — teams gained access to lower-cost compute resources offering 2 vCPU and 8 GB for smaller applications.