GCP vs Modal
Side-by-side cloud GPU comparison. 3 GPUs available on both. GCP starts at $0.112/hr, Modal starts at $0.590/hr.
Last updated April 19, 2026 · Data refreshed every 6 hours
GCP cheapest
$0.112/hr
Modal cheapest
$0.590/hr
GCP GPU models
16
Modal GPU models
6
GCP instances
2074
Modal instances
8
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | GCP | Modal |
|---|---|---|
| Instances tracked | 2074 | 8 |
| Distinct GPU models | 16 | 6 |
| Lowest price/hr | $0.112 | $0.590 |
| Median price/hr | $1.48 | $3.55 |
| Average price/hr | $5.26 | $6.83 |
| Highest price/hr | $97.44 | $34.40 |
| Spot instances | 1044 | 0 |
| Regions | 22 | 1 |
| Shared GPU models | 3 | 3 |
Cheapest Shared GPU Models — Head to Head
GCP is cheaper on 3 of 3 shared GPUs.
Verdict
Pick GCP if you want a wider selection of GPU models —
they offer 16 GPU models across 22 regions starting at $0.112/hr.
Pick Modal if you want a different geographic mix —
they offer 6 GPU models across 1 regions starting at $0.590/hr.
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