AWS vs Lightning.ai
Side-by-side cloud GPU comparison. 4 GPUs available on both. AWS starts at $0.123/hr, Lightning.ai starts at $0.410/hr.
Last updated April 19, 2026 · Data refreshed every 6 hours
AWS cheapest
$0.123/hr
Lightning.ai cheapest
$0.410/hr
AWS GPU models
8
Lightning.ai GPU models
6
AWS instances
661
Lightning.ai instances
8
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | AWS | Lightning.ai |
|---|---|---|
| Instances tracked | 661 | 8 |
| Distinct GPU models | 8 | 6 |
| Lowest price/hr | $0.123 | $0.410 |
| Median price/hr | $2.45 | $2.80 |
| Average price/hr | $6.15 | $3.10 |
| Highest price/hr | $92.47 | $11.90 |
| Spot instances | 270 | 0 |
| Regions | 19 | 1 |
| Shared GPU models | 4 | 4 |
Cheapest Shared GPU Models — Head to Head
| GPU Model | AWS | Lightning.ai | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| T4 | $0.123 | $0.410 | AWS |
| L4 | $0.188 | $0.600 | AWS |
| A10G | $0.338 | $0.710 | AWS |
| H100 | $1.94 | $3.50 | AWS |
AWS is cheaper on 4 of 4 shared GPUs.
Verdict
Pick AWS if you want a wider selection of GPU models —
they offer 8 GPU models across 19 regions starting at $0.123/hr.
Pick Lightning.ai if you want a different geographic mix —
they offer 6 GPU models across 1 regions starting at $0.410/hr.
Live Provider Pricing