# Page 20 | Google Cloud Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 20 - Is Google Cloud the right Cloud Storage solution for you? Explore 2259 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/reviews --- Google Cloud 4.7 (2259) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 25th, 2026 # Page 20 - Reviews of Google Cloud ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 476-500 of 2259 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Darien C. Associate Pastor Religious Institutions Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "GCP is a robust, powerful platform that offers simple cloud hosting for websites" February 18, 2021 5.0 Google Cloud Platform allows our website to scale rapidly as needed, while offering a cheap and completely customizable hosting platform. While complicated, GCP allows power users to run very powerful websites for fairly cheap, and unlimited potential for future development. Pros GCP is a very complicated platform, with unlimited potential for those who know how to use it; but once you learn how to use a specific tool - it becomes a very powerful and simple tool to use. I currently only use the Compute Manager (Virtual Machine), VPC Network (External IP) and Network Services (Cloud DNS) to run a cloud-based Wordpress site. Overall, once you learn the system, Google Cloud offers a very powerful solution for web management - giving unlimited potential for upgrades & sizes, allowing for localized solutions & access to the full Google Cloud network, and giving a (cheap) solution for powerful web hosting. With GCP, we spend only $7 a month (CAD), and our site runs significantly faster than it previously did on other hosting services. On top of that, GCP allows complete control over the backend linux server; which is a learning curve in itself, but offers quick & easy ways to manage every aspect of your website - the PHP version, specific file permissions, custom platform solutions (such as access to install different Google API's). Cons Google Cloud Platform is an insanely powerful platform with incredible features, but it also carries a VERY steep learning curve and is not for the faint of heart. While other web hosting services provide a simple interface most people can learn quickly, GCP throws you into the deep-end; requiring deeper knowledge of linux code (for backend management) and an understanding of web hosting in order to operate properly. Fortunately, with numerous guides and support forums/groups out there, it can be easy to learn. Alternatives considered [Microsoft Azure](https://www.capterra.com/p/16365/Azure/) Reason for choosing Google Cloud Simplicity of interface & familiarity with brand Switched from [Squarespace](https://www.capterra.com/p/143461/Squarespace/) Squarespace no longer fit our design or hosting needs. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer UX Design Consumer Electronics Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Floating on Google Cloud " December 12, 2022 5.0 I absolutely love using Google Cloud. Pros I really love the amount of space there is on Google Cloud, it holds so much! Thank heavens for it too, because I just had serious computer issues and lost a bunch of files, but recovered them thanks to Google Cloud! Cons The only thing I dislike about the software is that you have to pay for extra storage. Review Source Geoffrey L. Project Manager Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Incredible experiences creating and storing" January 27, 2022 5.0 It has served me a lot in the company since it has made it easy for me to store data in the cloud, create innovative websites for my clients and even applications. In addition, its use is free and it has high security in its interface. Pros I like to use Cloud Platform because it is a very useful and easy to use tool, it contains several functions and it has an amazing interface. Also, it has helped me to create various websites and store my data in the cloud. Cons Cloud Platform has a wide interface and several functions, however the negative that I have regarding this tool is that it tends to be somewhat complex to use since the files are difficult to find and it is not possible to access my data if I do not have a connection stable internet. Review Source Vipin G. Co-founder Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Cloud Platform for Secure Cloud Solution & High Availbility " October 15, 2021 5.0 Our overall experience with Google Cloud Platform is above our expectations as it provides low cost based services. It also provides advance security platform for application hosting. Pros We are using Google Cloud Platform for secure deployment of our application & hosting solution. It provides pay-as-you-go options so that we only need to pay for the services we used for the specific time only. It also provides artificial intelligence, machine learning & DevOps tools as well. It also provides compliance options so that we can achieve higher security. Cons We are using the Google cloud platform for the past couple of years & the only issue we have faced is with complicated GUI Console. Review Source AK Athina K. Product Manager Consumer Goods Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great for big global corporations" April 12, 2023 4.0 Pros I really like that Google Cloud gives to me and my team a full suite of services for data management, from storage to reporting and analytics. The platform is cost competitive in comparison to other similar resources, and allows us to manage our very complex data efficiently. There are frequent updates and new features, ensuring that we always have access to the latest technology while maintaining a high level of security, automated backups and data storage. Cons Customer support is the biggest issue for us since any time we were in need, responses were so slow! Even on very urgent matters, things were not expedited enough. Alternatives considered [Microsoft Azure](https://www.capterra.com/p/16365/Azure/) Reason for choosing Google Cloud Easier to use Review Source Amanda C. Student Food Production Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best cloud server there is" September 20, 2022 5.0 Pros I love Google cloud. It's similar to other cloud servers but it's more secure than the others with encryption on everything that gets stored. you can even have more than 1 like the Gmail accounts. Cons The only thing I don't like is some of the format for Google cloud. Some of it is confusing but if you click the little question marks it'll tell you what it is. Switched from [Adobe Creative Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/48969/Adobe-Creative-Cloud/) Adobe creative cloud was terrible and eventually didn't let me save anything on it. Review Source ST Seth T. Cloud Engineer Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Responsive real-time applications with GCP Firebase" January 27, 2022 5.0 We have created a multi tenant platform which provides real-time updates to clients. This has been crucial in improving the speed at which our customers business can operate and has reduced a more manual process from literally days down to minutes. Pros We are heavily invested in the GCP Firebase platform which enables rapid development and provides robust infrastructure. Cons The size of the libraries was a big issue but the move to a more modular SDK has significantly improved this. Review Source HF Hillary F. Administrative Assistant Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Google Cloud is Peace of Mind" May 9, 2022 5.0 Overall, I have had only good experiences with the cloud. I haven't noticed any glitches, crashes or problems with hackers. I feel that my data, workload and memories are all safe and secure and I feel that I have control over what happens to them. I would never switch to a different product - I love the cloud! Pros I really value the ease of use, peace of mind and organizational aspects of the cloud. First of all, it is incredibly easy to use and easy to teach others how to use. I have several volunteers that I work with and it isn't difficult for me to explain to them how to use the cloud. It saves me time that the product itself is accessible and understandable for people of all ages and skill level. Secondly, it provides peace of mind. When we store things on the cloud - whether they are documents, financial records, pictures, etc. we know they will always be there. We can access them from one device to another and if a device is broken or destroyed, we don't have to worry that everything on it was also destroyed. Lastly, I love how organized I can be with the cloud. Not only is it a simple design, but it's so customizable - I can organize things how I want within the cloud to make them easy to find later. Cons The only downfall to this product, which is hardly a downfall, is that the options for organization are sometimes overwhelming. I am glad to have so many options for organizing the cloud, but sometimes it's easy to forget about certain tools because there are so many. Other than that, I have no complaints! Review Source Asma B. Senior Manager IT Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Cloud Platform is simply awesome" October 22, 2022 5.0 It is good platform to make your database secure, fast and reliable. Pros It is easy to customize or configure disk based on type and size of the disk through console. The Google compute works great, from this the repository and file for store can be create with ease and maintaining and set up is this is also good. The data can be accessed from anywhere and from any device easily and quickly. The bet of Google Cloud platform is which I like most is we need to pay as per utilization or the feature we opt from this platform. Google cloud is fast, safe, and secure and optimize database as service. It give the best solution for business based on its cloud services. Cons We face many problems when we are migrating our virtual machines from one zone to another. Process of migrating VM’s is bit complex and confusing one. Alternatives considered [IBM Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/240584/IBM-Cloud/) Reason for choosing Google Cloud Google cloud platform is cost effective compare to IBM cloud and it is easy to setup and mange our database as service. Review Source LD Leta D. Computer trainer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Cloud; The best platform for efficient and cost-effective data storage and management." April 8, 2023 5.0 The ability of Google cloud to integrate with a wide range of services and tools such as Google workspace makes it easy for me to access and manage my data across multiple platforms. More importantly, I appreciate the platform's innovation, scalability and collaboration features Pros I like its reliability and scalability. Significantly, I like its ability to offer a wide range of services ranging from storage, security, and networking Cons Google cloud can be complex and and challenging to navigate for users who are new to cloud computing. Its highly costly especially if one is using a number of services. Review Source dV daniel V. Ingeniero mecanico Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "GOOGLE CLOUD Mejora tu forma de trabajo" January 26, 2024 5.0 excelente realmente lo recomiendo para gestionar tareas y servicios administrativos en una empresa, facturación, poder personalizar mis proyectos en la plataforma, pudiendo crearlo a una determinada organización o departamentos, entre otros recursos asociados a los proyectos que se crean Pros poder gestionar mis proyectos en la empresa de forma segura dándome la información que necesito de forma precisa, Cons es un poco costoso no todos tiene acceso a todas las funciones es pago Review Source Sébastien L. Directeur Computer Software Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "An Idea Solution for Students, Autodidacts and Professionals for Anything Cloud Related" March 16, 2019 5.0 The most direct and consistent way I have been interacting with Google Cloud Platform was when I took the course "Google IT Support Professional Certificate". This course frequently makes use of GCP to explain real-life situations and I learnt a ton thanks to the doors that GCP open for you. It is possible to set up modified instances, which makes it a perfect learning platform for many different backgrounds in technology, including topics such as technical support, data analysis, data visualization, machine learning, security, etc. I have benefited tremendously from its many features and I expect to solve more complex problems in the near future with new skills under my belt. I loved how simple it was to set up instances, get them running, working with them for a while and then how they can easily be discarded or modified on the fly. Pros In the context of education, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is wonderfully accessible, powerful and useful. Connecting to virtual instances is simple when deploying both Linux and Windows. The instances can be accessed through SSH and there is even a Chrome extension (Chrome RDP) that facilitates connections to Windows under any operating system in use. The platform is extremely well integrated with courses that the same company offers as part of their MOOCs. Instances are responsive and allow to really dig deep without the fear of breaking anything for real. They each get their own IP address accessible publicly so it is a breeze to launch background services and servers inside an instance and test functionality from the outside world. I am not personally familiar with all the tools available, but I know I can count on the platform to support any future development I might do with big data and machine learning. Because Google also offers open source libraries such as TensorFlow which are an integral part of the platform, I know I will not be limited with scalability issues anytime soon when relying on this service. Cons Like any software of comparable complexity, the hardest part is always getting started, because everything feels so overwhelming. When opening the dashboard for the first time, you can click on the menu to access an impressive long list of available products. Since there are so many aspects to learn, I would find it very useful to have a shortcut next to each item that goes directly to the most relevant documentation page on the subject. I have also been annoyed once or twice in a MOOC connected to a virtual instance on Google Cloud Platform when I was informed that the instance was ready but in reality I would still need to wait longer for all tools to be properly loaded, hence some confusion was generated from the fact that I would have to close and re-open the instance to see a new file appear or something similar. I wish the communication between GCP and the information available from a course connected to the platform could be more accurate. Knowing this little pitfall and knowing there is a very good documentation available with many tutorials does help to get pass those initial hurdles. Review Source Eric R B. Chief Product Officer Research Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Cloud Platform is getting better and better" February 8, 2022 5.0 I am a huge fan of Google Cloud Platform. I have been using their services for years now, and I am amazed at how easy it is to get started. They have great tutorials that walk you through the process, and they also have an excellent support team. They are always available to answer questions, and they are great at making sure you don't get stuck.While GCP was behind AWS for quite a while, Google has done a good job of making their system more approachable through good tutorial videos. Pros GCP is a powerhouse platform with a lot of flexibility and strengths. Now that they've optimized the platform to make it more understandable for non-engineers, we're using it more often since it is easy to spin up whatever you need. Cons While GCP was behind AWS for quite a while, Google had a slow start to be an approachable platform for the less tech-savvy. Even now, there are more options and switches than sometimes seem appropriate. Alternatives considered [Microsoft Azure](https://www.capterra.com/p/16365/Azure/)[MongoDB](https://www.capterra.com/p/127374/MongoDB/) Reason for choosing Google Cloud Free credits from Google, but the platform is really good now. Review Source Diego S. Applied Data Scientist Marketing and Advertising Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The easiest Cloud service for new developers with full stack features." April 12, 2021 5.0 It the best cloud platform provider out there!! It easy to understand and learn, It has all the features from databases to AI model training!! I just love how with a couple of clicks you can have your VM up and running with no need of tokens or anything complex. I recomend GCP to any new and experienced developer!! Pros I love how it is so easy to understand and setup, the user interface is intuitive and straight forward. I have used about 50% of the services that GCP provides but I can say I know about 90% of the things this 50% do!! I have setup whole web apps/pages with databases in minutes, also the whole domain configuration for your VM is very easy to configure compared to the competition. Overall a very well priced full feature colud platform!! Cons I dont have much here, I am a GCP lover... lol. But if I were to improve anything it would be to add more features and keep the good work. Review Source SA Sharmin A. HR Food Production Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A comprehensive review" April 2, 2023 5.0 Overall, my experience with Google Cloud has been very positive. As someone who is happy with using Google Cloud, I appreciate the scalability, security, reliability, cost-effectiveness, and integration of the platform. While there may be a learning curve and some complexity involved, I believe that the benefits of using Google Cloud make it a worthwhile investment for businesses looking for a robust cloud computing solution. Pros Scalability: Google Cloud allows for scalability, which means you can easily expand your infrastructure as your business grows.Security: Google Cloud has built-in security measures, including encryption and identity management, to keep your data safe.Reliability: Google Cloud offers high availability and reliability, with a guaranteed uptime of 99.95%.Cost-effectiveness: Google Cloud offers competitive pricing, with pay-as-you-go options that allow you to only pay for what you use.Integration: Google Cloud integrates seamlessly with other Google services, including Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets. Cons Steep Learning Curve: Google Cloud has a steep learning curve, and it can take some time to get used to the platform and its various features.Complexity: Google Cloud is a complex platform that may require additional resources, such as training or additional personnel, to fully utilize.Support: Google Cloud support can be limited, and it may take some time to get assistance when needed. Review Source infant R. Lead vmware / cloud admin Media Production Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "GCP Review" May 11, 2022 4.0 Overall migration experience is very bad , but new versions made it easier. Other than that GCP monitoring tool is not that much user friendly , the guys with limited knowledge about cloud are suffering to get metrics or monitoring details. For example : to check the GCP Bucket growth , it's not a direct thing to check. We need to query it to get the info. Pros Ease of use. I like the most as a admin when compared to other cloud providers the spec can be customizable & the new cpu type N2d which gives better performance with less price. Easy to deploy vm's. Cons Oh! The dislike which comes to my mind is the Migration tool. google's M4ce migration engine version 4 is very difficult to setup , such a complex setup. One good relief is M4ce version 5 which supports migration from vmware which setup is so simple & i have migrated workloads easily. But struggled a lot with version 4. Alternatives considered [Microsoft Azure](https://www.capterra.com/p/16365/Azure/) Reason for choosing Google Cloud Compared to AWS , the price is lesser & have almost all required features & some are exceptional like AI/ML. Switched from [AWS CloudFormation](https://www.capterra.com/p/205397/CloudFormation/) Obviously cost is the only factor. Review Source DN Debbie N. Manager Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Google Cloud from a Person who is not techie" February 1, 2023 5.0 ProblemsGoogle Cloud provides a range of solutions for storing, managing, and analyzing large amounts of data, including data warehouses, data lakes, and Big Data services. Google Cloud offers backup and disaster recovery solutions that help businesses protect their data and quickly recover from unexpected events.Google Cloud provides a platform for developing, testing, and deploying applications, enabling businesses to quickly bring new products and services to market. Google Cloud offers collaboration tools, such as Google Workspace, that help teams work more efficiently and effectively together.By leveraging Google Cloud's scalable infrastructure, businesses can reduce costs associated with hardware, software, and maintenance.BenefitsGoogle Cloud can scale to meet the changing needs of a business, providing resources when and where they're needed.Google invests heavily in security, ensuring that customer data is protected through encryption, access controls, and other security measures. Google has data centers and infrastructure located in multiple regions around the world, providing low latency and high performance for customers.Strong partner ecosystem: Google Cloud has a large and growing ecosystem of partners and integrators, providing customers with a wide range of services and solutions to meet their needs. Google Cloud offers a range of AI and machine learning services that can help customers gain insights and make better decisions. Innovation Pros Scalability: Google Cloud offers a highly scalable infrastructure that can adapt to the changing needs of a business.Security: Google invests heavily in security, ensuring that customer data is protected through encryption, access controls, and other security measures.Global presence: Google has data centers and infrastructure located in multiple regions around the world, providing low latency and high performance for customers.Strong partner ecosystem: Google Cloud has a large and growing ecosystem of partners and integrators, providing customers with a wide range of services and solutions to meet their needs.AI and Machine Learning capabilities: Google Cloud offers a range of AI and machine learning services that can help customers gain insights and make better decisions. Cons Steep learning curve: Some customers may find the breadth and depth of Google Cloud's offerings challenging to understand and navigate.Cost: Google Cloud's services can be more expensive than those of some other cloud providers, particularly for smaller customers or those with less complex needs.Limited adoption in certain industries: Google Cloud is still not as widely adopted as some other cloud providers, which can limit the availability of expertise and best practices in certain industries. Review Source SU Solomon U. Web developer Computer Software Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "By far my most proffered cloud service." January 28, 2023 5.0 Overall, my experience with Google Cloud has been mixed. On one hand, it offers a wide range of services for storing, processing, and analyzing data, making it a versatile platform. The user interface is user-friendly and easy to use. The built-in security features like access control and encryption are great for keeping data safe and secure. However, the platform can be difficult to navigate and find the specific service you need. Additionally, the pricing for some services can be quite high, which might not be suitable for small businesses or personal projects. Some of the services are not as advanced as the other providers in the market. But overall, it's a solid option for those who are looking for a reliable and efficient solution for their data needs, and willing to invest the time and resources to navigate and master the platform. Pros I've been using Google Cloud for a while now and I am very satisfied with it. It has a lot of options for storing, processing and analyzing data which makes it very versatile. It's also very user-friendly, and I find it easy to use even if I'm not an expert in this field. I especially appreciate the built-in security features like access control and encryption that keeps my data safe and secure. I would definitely recommend Google Cloud to anyone looking for a reliable and efficient solution for their data needs. Cons From my experience, I have found some downsides to using Google Cloud. One thing that I find difficult is the navigation through the platform, there are so many options and services that it can be hard to find the specific one you need. Additionally, the pricing for some services can be quite high, especially for small businesses or personal projects. Also, some of the services are not as advanced as the other providers in the market. Overall, while Google Cloud offers a lot of useful features, the high pricing and the complexity of the platform might not be suitable for some users. Review Source Bandaru S. Student Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best of best cloud computing platform" January 29, 2023 5.0 Google cloud is a best cloud computing platform, It is easy to use and value for money. We can extended your storage from buying the subscription. They will provide high security to your data Pros Google cloud having wide range of features, it can provide some storage for free, we can access your data anywhere by just login with our login details, it provides many applications integrated with google, Best customer service support. Cons In this Some features are complex time taken for first time user to understood. Uploading must having high speed of internet the upload take time sometimes it fails internet is not sufficient Review Source Fedor T. CTO Financial Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "We prefer Google Cloud for ease of use and extensive infrastructure products" August 23, 2023 5.0 Pros It's easy to use and it provides very consistent experience across all products from the GCP family. Cons Limitations. When you hit a limit it's never pleasant and sometimes hard to workaround. So before you make an architectural decision, learn the product you are going to use well. Review Source Uzuazokaro U. Operations and Maintenance Manager Food & Beverages Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Karo's Google Cloud review" February 3, 2023 5.0 In Summary, I am very pleased with the google cloud platform because of its security features and flexibility. It is widely accepted, mostly because one can access files and documents securely from any of ones devices Pros The 2 step verification and the ability to access my files from any of my device makes the use of the google cloud an awesome experience for mme Cons the 15gb space for free subscribers is small and can be improved upon to attract more users to google cloud platform Review Source VR Verified Reviewer analyste Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "i really liked my google cloud experience " June 9, 2023 5.0 Protect my data and apps from threats and fraudulent activity with the same security technology used by Google. it protects most internet users in the online world with billions of users and millions of protected websites Pros One of the main advantages of Google Cloud hosting is the ease of deploying a new web hosting solution Cons Because cloud computing services are internet-based, there is always a risk of downtime and service outages Review Source ZK Zuber K. Senior Devops Engineer Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Ease of working with GCP" October 6, 2022 4.0 Overall experience is good. It continuously improving itself. So I feel good about its future. Pros 1\. It is easy to work on. 2. UI is great 3. New features are rolled out quickly and can be accessible in beta as well 4. Good support process Cons 1\. Few features cost a lot. I mean a lot 2. Log router is costly 3. auto increase storage in db doesn't come back when not in use. Also no manual decrease. Alternatives considered [AWS Management Console](https://www.capterra.com/p/229593/AWS-Management-Console/) Reason for choosing Google Cloud AWS is competitive for our company so we did not choose AWS. Azure isn't mature in kubernetes which is driving factor Review Source BK Brandy K. New Business Owner Arts and Crafts Used the software for: 2+ years ### "If it google its great" September 23, 2022 5.0 My moto is that if its google its gotta be great because every experience I've had with google has been awesome but do not take my word for it give it a try you mite love it! Pros I have never had any issues with anything google. Everything I have found that has to do with google has been great Cons I have not found any issues with any of my google platforms Review Source Robson Jean P. CTO Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Google Cloud Platform the best Cloud Platform on the Market" May 6, 2021 5.0 The best platform for Cloud Computing, very robust, with all services that you need for you application Pros First, that GCP accept the Brazilian Real for payments. Second, GCP have a lot of products for serverless apps, like Cloud Run, Cloud Functions, App Engine. Third, I never had to talk with the GCP Support, I never had problems with they. Cons I think that I'dont have any complain about GCP, the price is not too high, I think is cheaper then AWS. Alternatives considered [IBM Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/240584/IBM-Cloud/) Reason for choosing Google Cloud Price and the currency Switched from [Heroku](https://www.capterra.com/p/158191/Heroku/) Heroku is very expensive when you go to Production! Review Source Similar Products Featured