Cloud storage cost calculator
Side-by-side cost comparison across AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage and GCP Cloud Storage - every tier, every redundancy option, ranked cheapest first.
Cloud storage cost comparison
Compare AWS, Azure and GCP storage costs side-by-side.
Storage size (GB)
| Vendor | Tier | Redundancy | $/GB/mo | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWS | S3 Glacier Deep Archive | Standard | $0.00099 | $0.99 |
| Azure | Archive | LRS | $0.00099 | $0.99 |
| Azure | Archive | GRS | $0.00198 | $1.98 |
| AWS | S3 Glacier | Standard | $0.00400 | $4.00 |
| GCP | Archive | Regional | $0.00400 | $4.00 |
| GCP | Coldline | Regional | $0.00700 | $7.00 |
| AWS | S3 One Zone-IA | Single AZ | $0.01000 | $10.00 |
| Azure | Cool | LRS | $0.01000 | $10.00 |
| GCP | Nearline | Regional | $0.01000 | $10.00 |
| AWS | S3 Infrequent Access | Standard | $0.01250 | $12.50 |
| Azure | Hot | LRS | $0.01840 | $18.40 |
| Azure | Cool | GRS | $0.02000 | $20.00 |
| GCP | Standard | Regional | $0.02000 | $20.00 |
| AWS | S3 Standard | Standard | $0.02300 | $23.00 |
| GCP | Standard | Multi-Regional | $0.02600 | $26.00 |
| Azure | Hot | GRS | $0.03680 | $36.80 |
Prices indicative, US-East regional baseline. Check vendor pricing pages for your region and any minimum-duration or egress charges.
Azure Storage cost calculator
Estimate monthly Azure Blob Storage cost.
Storage tier: Hot, Cool, Archive, Replication: LRS, ZRS, GRS, RA-GRS, GZRS, RA_GZRS
Estimated monthly cost
$30.00
At $0.0300/GB/month for Azure Hot LRS. Prices indicative - check the Azure Pricing Calculator for your region.
Why Cloud Storage Costs Matter
Cloud storage is an essential part of modern IT infrastructure. Whether you’re storing backups, hosting application data, or managing archives, understanding the total cost of cloud storage helps you budget smarter and avoid surprises.
Each cloud provider - Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) - uses a different pricing model. Costs depend on factors like:
- Storage capacity (how much data you store)
- Storage tier (e.g., Hot, Cool, Archive)
- Redundancy (e.g., LRS, GRS, ZRS)
- Data transfer and retrieval fees
- Additional features like encryption or versioning
Use Our Cloud Storage Calculator
Enter the amount of data you plan to store, then click “Compare Costs” to view a side-by-side breakdown for each vendor:
| Vendor | Storage Option | Redundancy | Cost per Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Note: This calculator focuses on storage costs only. It does not include data transfer or retrieval fees. Pricing may vary by region. Always verify directly on vendor websites. |
Cloud Storage Pricing Breakdown
| Vendor | Tier | Redundancy | Price/GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWS | S3 Standard | Standard | $0.023 |
| S3 Infrequent Access | Standard | $0.0125 | |
| S3 One Zone-IA | One Zone | $0.01 | |
| Glacier | Standard | $0.004 | |
| Glacier Deep Archive | Standard | $0.00099 | |
| Azure | Blob Hot | LRS | $0.0184 |
| Blob Hot | GRS | $0.0368 | |
| Blob Cool | LRS | $0.01 | |
| Blob Cool | GRS | $0.02 | |
| Blob Archive | LRS | $0.00099 | |
| Blob Archive | GRS | $0.00198 | |
| GCP | Standard Regional | Regional | $0.02 |
| Nearline Regional | Regional | $0.01 | |
| Coldline Regional | Regional | $0.007 | |
| Archive Regional | Regional | $0.004 | |
| Standard Multi-Regional | Multi-Regional | $0.026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What factors impact cloud storage costs?
Storage size, access frequency, redundancy level, and optional features like encryption or versioning.
Can I use this calculator for all three major providers?
Yes. This tool compares costs across Azure, AWS, and GCP.
Are archive tiers always the cheapest?
They are the lowest-cost options for rarely accessed data, but they incur retrieval fees and longer access times.
Is this calculator always up-to-date?
It reflects common pricing but may not be current. Always confirm directly with the cloud vendor for real-time rates.