Lambda Labs vs RunPod
Side-by-side cloud GPU comparison. 2 GPUs available on both. Lambda Labs starts at $1.29/hr, RunPod starts at $0.070/hr.
Last updated April 19, 2026 · Data refreshed every 6 hours
Lambda Labs cheapest
$1.29/hr
RunPod cheapest
$0.070/hr
Lambda Labs GPU models
6
RunPod GPU models
32
Lambda Labs instances
120
RunPod instances
755
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | Lambda Labs | RunPod |
|---|---|---|
| Instances tracked | 120 | 755 |
| Distinct GPU models | 6 | 32 |
| Lowest price/hr | $1.29 | $0.070 |
| Median price/hr | $8.38 | $2.07 |
| Average price/hr | $14.39 | $4.34 |
| Highest price/hr | $53.52 | $24.56 |
| Spot instances | 0 | 352 |
| Regions | 8 | 36 |
| Shared GPU models | 2 | 2 |
Cheapest Shared GPU Models — Head to Head
RunPod is cheaper on 2 of 2 shared GPUs.
Verdict
Pick Lambda Labs if you want more instance options —
they offer 6 GPU models across 8 regions starting at $1.29/hr.
Pick RunPod if you want a wider GPU selection —
they offer 32 GPU models across 36 regions starting at $0.070/hr.
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