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# Google Cloud Shell Reviews
**Vendor:** Google  
**Category:** [Other IT Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/other-it-management)  
**Average Rating:** 4.4/5.0  
**Total Reviews:** 28
## About Google Cloud Shell
Manage your infrastructure and applications from the command-line in any browser




## Google Cloud Shell Reviews
  ### 1. Google Cloud Review

**Rating:** 2.0/5.0 stars

**Reviewed by:** Sastry C. | Software Engineer II, Computer Software, Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

**Reviewed Date:** January 24, 2019

**What do you like best about Google Cloud Shell?**

Easy to use and get started with, but not when compared to AWS

**What do you dislike about Google Cloud Shell?**

It can be pricey and that's the reason we have moved out.

**What problems is Google Cloud Shell solving and how is that benefiting you?**

Was useful in hosting some of the server stuff


## Google Cloud Shell Discussions
  - [Where is cloud shell in GCP?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/where-is-cloud-shell-in-gcp)
  - [What is Google Cloud SDK Shell?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-google-cloud-sdk-shell)
  - [Is Google's Cloud Shell free?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-google-s-cloud-shell-free)
  - [How do I use Google Cloud Shell?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-do-i-use-google-cloud-shell)
  - [Cloud Shell / Enterprise GitHub Repositories](https://www.g2.com/discussions/28269-cloud-shell-enterprise-github-repositories) - 1 upvote

- [View Google Cloud Shell pricing details and edition comparison](https://www.g2.com/products/google-cloud-shell/reviews?filters%5Bnps_score%5D%5B%5D=2&section=pricing&secure%5Bexpires_at%5D=2026-08-07+06%3A29%3A49+-0500&secure%5Bsession_id%5D=9f183f3f-7343-45ec-9421-6cbb6aca5a1c&secure%5Btoken%5D=74352eef4e0d68502152e57e90382c8958aa15bd32ad706a23d4c141e59272ca&format=llm_user)

## Google Cloud Shell Features
**Additional Functionality**
- Specialized or Emerging Capabilities
- Distinct  IT & Software Development Functionality
- Niche Application

## Top Google Cloud Shell Alternatives
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