Compare Akamai Cloud Computing and Google Compute Engine 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (36.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Pay As You Go Per Month
Akamai Cloud Computing
Star Rating
(406)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (70.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Free Trial is available
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Star Rating
(952)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (36.4% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Pay As You Go Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Google Compute Engine excels in overall performance and flexibility, making it a popular choice for users who appreciate a cost-effective pricing model and user-friendly interface. Many users highlight how straightforward it is to create and manage virtual machines once they become familiar with the platform.
- Users say that Akamai Cloud Computing stands out for its reliability and global network performance, with many praising its fast response times and stable uptime. This is particularly important for businesses that rely on uninterrupted application performance.
- Reviewers mention that Akamai's managed services, especially for MySQL databases, simplify the setup process significantly compared to manual configurations. This ease of integration into existing website stacks is a notable advantage for users looking for a hassle-free experience.
- According to verified reviews, Google Compute Engine integrates seamlessly with other Google Cloud services, which enhances deployment and scaling capabilities. Users appreciate the comprehensive guidelines and tutorials available, making it easier to navigate the platform.
- G2 reviewers highlight that while both platforms offer strong support, Akamai Cloud Computing receives higher marks for quality of support, with users noting their satisfaction with the assistance provided during implementation and ongoing operations.
- Users express that Akamai Cloud Computing's focus on performance optimization through its content delivery network effectively reduces latency, which is a critical factor for businesses that prioritize speed and efficiency in their operations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Akamai Cloud Computing
No pricing availableGoogle Compute Engine
Beyond Free Tier and Free Trial
Pay As You Go
Per Month
Pricing for Compute Engine is based on per-second usage of the machine types, persistent disks, and other resources that you select for your virtual machines.
- Compute Engine charges for usage based on the following price sheet: https://cloud.google.com/compute/all-pricing
Free Trial
Akamai Cloud Computing
Free Trial is available
Google Compute Engine
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
313
9.0
509
Ease of Use
9.1
313
8.6
511
Ease of Setup
9.2
246
8.6
335
Ease of Admin
9.0
196
8.6
214
Quality of Support
9.1
287
8.4
471
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.2
191
8.8
206
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
299
9.4
486
Features by Category
Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
137
Not enough data
8.7
136
Not enough data
8.8
137
Management
Not enough data
8.3
136
Not enough data
9.0
137
Not enough data
8.7
135
Not enough data
8.9
136
Agentic AI - Cloud Management Platforms
Not enough data
8.0
15
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
8.4
15
Infrastructure Provision
9.2
118
8.7
178
Feature Not Available
8.4
176
8.3
104
8.5
168
Feature Not Available
7.8
160
8.2
99
8.6
168
9.1
125
9.2
182
8.3
96
8.3
163
8.7
108
8.7
179
Management
9.2
118
8.6
177
8.7
121
8.6
173
8.9
119
8.5
180
Functionality
8.6
105
8.9
176
Performance
Not enough data
9.0
116
Not enough data
8.6
112
Not enough data
8.5
111
Functionality
Not enough data
8.7
110
Not enough data
8.6
109
Not enough data
8.6
111
Not enough data
9.1
115
Agentic AI - Server Virtualization
Not enough data
8.2
16
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
8.9
16
Not enough data
8.6
16
Not enough data
8.0
16
Not enough data
8.6
16
Functionality
8.8
14
Not enough data
9.4
16
Not enough data
9.4
15
Not enough data
Reliability
8.5
14
Not enough data
9.6
14
Not enough data
Security
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
8.9
14
Not enough data
Compatibility
9.3
15
Not enough data
9.4
14
Not enough data
Automated resource scaling
Not enough data
8.6
120
Not enough data
8.9
122
Scaling strategies
Not enough data
8.3
121
Not enough data
8.4
120
Visualization
Not enough data
8.3
119
Not enough data
8.4
120
Usability - Load Balancing
9.2
16
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.4
17
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
Performance Optimization - Load Balancing
8.3
15
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
8.4
17
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
Security & Compliance - Load Balancing
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.6
15
Not enough data
8.4
16
Not enough data
8.3
16
Not enough data
9.0
15
Not enough data
Management
9.5
19
Not enough data
9.4
19
Not enough data
9.4
18
Not enough data
Organization
9.1
18
Not enough data
9.1
19
Not enough data
9.4
17
Not enough data
Development
9.0
19
Not enough data
8.9
18
Not enough data
9.0
18
Not enough data
9.6
19
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Akamai Cloud Computing and Google Compute Engine are categorized as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Unique Categories
Akamai Cloud Computing is categorized as Block Storage, Object Storage Solutions, Load Balancing, Container Orchestration, and Container Management
Google Compute Engine is categorized as Cloud Management Platforms, Server Virtualization, and Auto Scaling
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Akamai Cloud Computing
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Google Compute Engine
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
21.5%
Information Technology and Services
21.2%
Computer & Network Security
7.5%
Internet
4.5%
Education Management
3.4%
Other
41.9%
Information Technology and Services
21.1%
Computer Software
18.8%
Financial Services
6.5%
Computer & Network Security
4.1%
Marketing and Advertising
3.2%
Other
46.3%
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