RunPod vs Shadeform
Side-by-side cloud GPU comparison. 6 GPUs available on both. RunPod starts at $0.090/hr, Shadeform starts at $0.350/hr.
Last updated May 26, 2026 · Data refreshed every 6 hours
RunPod cheapest
$0.090/hr
Shadeform cheapest
$0.350/hr
RunPod GPU models
26
Shadeform GPU models
24
RunPod instances
679
Shadeform instances
179
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | RunPod | Shadeform |
|---|---|---|
| Instances tracked | 679 | 179 |
| Distinct GPU models | 26 | 24 |
| Lowest price/hr | $0.090 | $0.350 |
| Median price/hr | $2.16 | $3.65 |
| Average price/hr | $4.72 | $6.66 |
| Highest price/hr | $38.30 | $41.24 |
| Spot instances | 316 | 0 |
| Regions | 33 | 14 |
| Shared GPU models | 6 | 6 |
Cheapest Shared GPU Models — Head to Head
| GPU Model | RunPod | Shadeform | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| A40 | $0.200 | $1.10 | RunPod |
| L4 | $0.220 | $0.900 | RunPod |
| L40 | $0.690 | $0.990 | RunPod |
| A100 | $0.790 | $1.25 | RunPod |
| H100 | $1.75 | $1.66 | Shadeform |
| H200 | $2.29 | $3.25 | RunPod |
RunPod is cheaper on 5 of 6 shared GPUs.
Verdict
Pick RunPod if you want a wider selection of GPU models —
they offer 26 GPU models across 33 regions starting at $0.090/hr.
Pick Shadeform if you want a different geographic mix —
they offer 24 GPU models across 14 regions starting at $0.350/hr.
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