Microsoft Azure vs Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Cloud Infrastructure pricing comparison · 2026
Microsoft Azure pricing ranges from $0–$70.08/month, while Google Cloud Platform (GCP) ranges from $0–$48.92/month. Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is typically 29% more affordable, though your actual cost depends on tier and team size.
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Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) both operate in the cloud infrastructure category. This page compares their list pricing.
Plan-by-Plan Pricing
| Plan | Microsoft Azure | Google Cloud Platform (GCP) |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | Free /month | Free /month |
| Pay-As-You-Go (B1s) | $7.59 /month | $6.12 /month |
| Pay-As-You-Go (D2s v3) | $70.08 /month | $48.92 /month |
| Azure Savings Plan (1-Year) | Custom | Custom |
| Reserved Instances (3-Year) | Custom | Custom |
Cost at Scale
Total cost of ownership — licenses, implementation, and hidden costs included.
Microsoft Azure
7 scenarios$12
Developer Workstation
20/month
$150
Small Business Application
300/month
$1,200
Production Web Platform
2,500/month
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
6 scenarios$10
Developer Playground
15/month
$100
Startup Web Application
200/month
$1,000
Production Data Platform
2,500/month
Market Intelligence
Microsoft Azure
- Median annual cost
- $329
- Based on
- 138 deals
Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Median annual cost
- $429
- Based on
- 54 deals
Contract Terms
| Term | Microsoft Azure | Google Cloud Platform (GCP) |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-renewal | — | — |
| Cancellation | — | — |
| Minimum commitment | None for Pay-As-You-Go; 1 year for Azure Savings Plan; 1 or 3 years for Reserved Instances | 1 year for committed use discounts |
| Price escalation | No published schedule found in sources; CSP agreement pricing may vary by partner | — |
| Can downgrade | Yes | Yes |