Amazon Web Services vs Google Cloud Platform

The cloud giant that powers half the internet, but good luck navigating its labyrinth of services without a map meets the cloud that's great at ai and data, but sometimes feels like it's still figuring out the basics. Here's our take.

Amazon Web Services

Nice Pick

The cloud giant that powers half the internet, but good luck navigating its labyrinth of services without a map.

Pros

• Vast ecosystem with over 200 services covering everything from compute to AI
• Global infrastructure with high reliability and scalability
• Strong enterprise support and compliance certifications
• Pay-as-you-go pricing can be cost-effective for variable workloads

Cons

• Complex pricing and billing can lead to unexpected costs
• Steep learning curve due to overwhelming number of services and configurations
• Vendor lock-in is a real risk with proprietary services like Lambda and DynamoDB

Google Cloud Platform

The cloud that's great at AI and data, but sometimes feels like it's still figuring out the basics.

Pros

• Best-in-class AI and machine learning tools like Vertex AI
• Strong data analytics with BigQuery
• Generous free tier and sustained use discounts

Cons

• Documentation can be scattered and confusing
• Some services feel less mature compared to AWS

The Verdict

Use Amazon Web Services if: You want vast ecosystem with over 200 services covering everything from compute to ai and can live with complex pricing and billing can lead to unexpected costs.

Use Google Cloud Platform if: You prioritize best-in-class ai and machine learning tools like vertex ai over what Amazon Web Services offers.

The Bottom Line

Amazon Web Services wins

The cloud giant that powers half the internet, but good luck navigating its labyrinth of services without a map.