Genesis Cloud vs Salad Cloud
Side-by-side cloud GPU comparison. 3 GPUs available on both. Genesis Cloud starts at $0.270/hr, Salad Cloud starts at $0.200/hr.
Last updated April 19, 2026 · Data refreshed every 6 hours
Genesis Cloud cheapest
$0.270/hr
Salad Cloud cheapest
$0.200/hr
Genesis Cloud GPU models
6
Salad Cloud GPU models
6
Genesis Cloud instances
7
Salad Cloud instances
6
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | Genesis Cloud | Salad Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Instances tracked | 7 | 6 |
| Distinct GPU models | 6 | 6 |
| Lowest price/hr | $0.270 | $0.200 |
| Median price/hr | $0.620 | $0.450 |
| Average price/hr | $3.53 | $0.885 |
| Highest price/hr | $19.92 | $2.50 |
| Spot instances | 0 | 0 |
| Regions | 1 | 1 |
| Shared GPU models | 3 | 3 |
Cheapest Shared GPU Models — Head to Head
| GPU Model | Genesis Cloud | Salad Cloud | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 3080 | $0.270 | $0.200 | Salad Cloud |
| RTX 3090 | $0.300 | $0.240 | Salad Cloud |
| A100 80GB | $2.49 | $1.60 | Salad Cloud |
Salad Cloud is cheaper on 3 of 3 shared GPUs.
Verdict
Pick Genesis Cloud if you want more instance options —
they offer 6 GPU models across 1 regions starting at $0.270/hr.
Pick Salad Cloud if you want the lowest entry price —
they offer 6 GPU models across 1 regions starting at $0.200/hr.
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