When it comes to cloud computing costs, many expect India, being a cost-conscious market, to offer cheaper services. Surprisingly, this isn’t always the case. Here's a real-world comparison of GCP LAMP stack pricing in India, Canada, and the US, revealing a significant disparity.
Cost Breakdown: India vs. Canada vs. US
- India: ₹2,694 INR per month for 1 shared vCPU + 2GB memory (e2 small) with a 20GB hard disk.
- Canada: $13.17 CAD (~₹1,115.88 INR).
- US: $12.86 USD (~₹1,072.38 INR).
The Shocking Truth
- India is over 140% costlier than Canada.
- India is 150% costlier than the US, for the same setup.
We Asked Gemini: Why This Price Gap?
Gemini, GCP's insister AI assistant, explained the key reasons:
- Regional Pricing Policies: Prices vary due to demand, local competition, and taxes.
- Currency Exchange Rates: Differences become clear when prices are converted.
- Market Perception: A premium is charged in India assuming businesses prioritize localized support.
See the Evidence
Screenshot1 -- Price India
Screenshot2 -- Price in Canada
Screenshot3 -- Configuration
Screenshot4 -- Pricing Question from google
https://www.google.com/search?q=gcp+lamp+stack+cost+in+US+%2Fmonth+for+1+shared+vcpu+%2B+2+GB+memory+%28e2+small%29+and+20GB+hard+disk&num=10&sca_esv=f6b1f262c9e801ca&sxsrf=ADLYWIIWPsqtx439S24drxl0C3fSnhf-1w%3A1733421849832&ei=GetRZ-O4MvXd2roPnMiHiA0&ved=0ahUKEwijqevMm5GKAxX1rlYBHRzkAdEQ4dUDCA8&uact=5&oq=gcp+lamp+stack+cost+in+US+%2Fmonth+for+1+shared+vcpu+%2B+2+GB+memory+%28e2+small%29+and+20GB+hard+disk&gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiXmdjcCBsYW1wIHN0YWNrIGNvc3QgaW4gVVMgL21vbnRoIGZvciAxIHNoYXJlZCB2Y3B1ICsgMiBHQiBtZW1vcnkgKGUyIHNtYWxsKSBhbmQgMjBHQiBoYXJkIGRpc2syBRAhGKABMgUQIRigATIFECEYoAFI-bgDUIEHWIGqA3ABeAGQAQCYAfMBoAGTHqoBBjAuMTguM7gBA8gBAPgBAZgCFqACzx7CAgoQABiwAxjWBBhHwgIHECEYoAEYCsICCBAAGIAEGKIEwgIEECEYFZgDAIgGAZAGCJIHBjEuMTcuNKAHnkE&sclient=gws-wiz-serp
Question from google: gcp lamp stack cost in US /month for 1 shared vcpu + 2 GB memory (e2 small) and 20GB hard disk
Answer:
Question from google: gcp lamp stack cost in Canada /month for 1 shared vcpu + 2 GB memory (e2 small) and 20GB hard disk
https://www.google.com/search?q=gcp+lamp+stack+cost+in+Canada+%2Fmonth+for+1+shared+vcpu+%2B+2+GB+memory+(e2+small)+and+20GB+hard+disk&oq=gcp+lamp+stack+cost+in+Canada+%2Fmonth+for+1+shared+vcpu+%2B+2+GB+memory+(e2+small)+and+20GB+hard+disk&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOdIBCDY5NjJqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
Attached is a screenshot of GCP LAMP stack pricing in the US, clearly showing how much cheaper it is compared to India.
Conclusion
This striking disparity challenges the assumption that cloud services are always cheaper in India. Businesses must explore regional pricing options to uncover hidden savings.
Call to Action
If you’re planning to set up a cloud infrastructure, don’t just settle for your region’s default pricing. Instead, compare costs globally and make an informed decision to optimize your expenses.
Cloud services should empower your business without unnecessary costs—start your global price comparison today!
I hope this article inspires GCP to reconsider their global pricing policies.
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