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Google Cloud AI Platform vs Google Vertex AI comparison

 

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Executive Summary
 

Categories and Ranking

Google Cloud AI Platform
Ranking in AI Development Platforms
7th
Average Rating
7.8
Number of Reviews
8
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Google Vertex AI
Ranking in AI Development Platforms
3rd
Average Rating
8.4
Number of Reviews
10
Ranking in other categories
AI Infrastructure (1st)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of November 2024, in the AI Development Platforms category, the mindshare of Google Cloud AI Platform is 7.3%, down from 7.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Google Vertex AI is 23.8%, up from 15.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
AI Development Platforms
 

Featured Reviews

Vipul-Kumar - PeerSpot reviewer
An AI platform AI Platform to train your machine learning models at scale, to host your trained model in the cloud, and to use your model to make predictions about new data
I think it's the it it also has has evolved quite a bit over the last few years, and Google Cloud folks have been getting, more and more services. But I think from a improvement standpoint, so maybe they can look at adding more algorithms, so adding more AI algorithms to their suite.
Serge Dahdouh - PeerSpot reviewer
A user-friendly platform that automatizes machine learning techniques with minimal effort
We work with clients who request the implementation of a certain document into a chatbot. Because of the limited knowledge of AI, our task is to link that file to the ML and provide a platform that can work as a customer service. We previously used LangChain Phython, but now it is done through Vertex AI.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"A range of a a wide range of algorithms, EIM voice mails, which can be plugged in right away into your solution into into into our solution, and then have platform that provides know, to to come up with an operational solution really quick."
"On GCP, we are exposing our API services to our clients so that they send us their information. It can be single individual records or it can be a batch of their clients."
"Some of the valuable features are the vast amount of services that are available, such as load balancer, and the AI architecture."
"The platform's Google Vision API is particularly valuable."
"The initial setup is very straightforward."
"Since the model could be trained in just a couple of hours and deploying it took only a few minutes, the entire process took less than an hour."
"The solution is able to read 90% of the documents correctly with a 10% error rate."
"I think the user interface is quite handy, and it is easy to use as compared to the other cloud platforms."
"The most valuable feature we've found is the model garden, which allows us to deploy and use various models through the provided endpoints easily."
"Vertex comes with inbuilt integration with GCP for data storage."
"The most valuable features of the solution are that it is quite flexible, and some of the services are almost low-code, with no-code services, so it gives agents flexibility to build the use cases according to the operational needs."
"The monitoring feature is a true life-saver for data scientists. I give it a ten out of ten."
"The integration of AutoML features streamlines our machine-learning workflows."
"Google Vertex AI is an out-of-the-box and very easy-to-use solution."
"It provides the most valuable external analytics."
"We extensively utilize Google Cloud's Vertex AI platform for our machine learning workflows. Specifically, we leverage the IO branch for EDA data in Suresh Live Virtual, employing Forte IT for training machine learning models. The AI model registry in Vertex AI is crucial for cataloging and managing various versions of the models we develop. When it comes to deploying models, we rely on Google Cloud's AI Prediction service, seamlessly integrating it into our workflow for real-time predictions or streaming. For monitoring and tracking the outcomes of model development, we employ Vertex AI Monitoring, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the model's performance and results. This integrated approach within Vertex AI provides a unified platform for managing, deploying, and monitoring machine learning models efficiently."
 

Cons

"Customizations are very difficult, and they take time."
"I think it's the it it also has has evolved quite a bit over the last few years, and Google Cloud folks have been getting, more and more services. But I think from a improvement standpoint, so maybe they can look at adding more algorithms, so adding more AI algorithms to their suite."
"At first, there were only the user-managed rules to identify the best attributes of the individual. Then, we came up with a truth set and developed different machine learning models with the help of that truth set, so now it's completely machine learning."
"The initial setup was straightforward for me but could be difficult for others."
"The solution can be improved by simplifying the process to make your own models."
"It could be more clear, and sometimes there are errors that I don't quite understand."
"Improvements in text extraction accuracy and pricing adjustments would be helpful."
"One thing that I found is that Azure ML does not directly provide you with features on Google Cloud AI Platform, whereas Vertex provides some features of the platform."
"I'm not sure if I have suggestions for improvement."
"I think the technical documentation is not readily available in the tool."
"I've noticed that using chat activity often presents a broader range of options and insights for a well-constructed question. Improving the knowledge base could be a key aspect for enhancement—expanding the information sources to enhance the generation process."
"Google Vertex AI is good in machine learning and AI, but it lacks optimization."
"The solution is stable, but it is quite slow. Maybe my data is too large, but I think that Google could improve Vertex AI's training time."
"I believe that Vertex AI is a robust platform, but its effectiveness depends significantly on the domain knowledge of the developer using it. While Vertex AI does offer support through the console UI in the Google Cloud environment, it is better suited for technical members who have a deeper understanding of machine learning concepts. The platform may be challenging for business process developers (BPDUs) who lack extensive technical knowledge, as it involves intricate customization and handling numerous parameters. Effectively utilizing Vertex AI requires not only familiarity with machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch but also a proficiency in Python programming. The complexity of these requirements might pose challenges for less technically oriented users, making it crucial to have a solid foundation in both machine learning principles and Python coding to extract the full value from Vertex AI. It would be beneficial to have a streamlined process where we can leverage the capabilities of Vertex AI directly through the BigQuery UI. This could involve functionalities such as creating machine learning models within the BigQuery UI, providing a more user-friendly and integrated experience. This would allow users to access and analyze data from BigQuery while simultaneously utilizing Vertex AI to build machine learning models, fostering a more cohesive and efficient workflow."
"It would be beneficial to have certain features included in the future, such as image generators and text-to-speech solutions."
"Both major systems, Azure and Google, are not yet stabilized, especially their customer support."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"For every thousand uses, it is about four and a half euros."
"The price of the solution is competitive."
"The solution has an attractive starting program, which costs only 300 USD for a duration of three months. During this period, one can accomplish a lot of work on the solution."
"The licenses are cheap."
"The pricing is on the expensive side."
"The price structure is very clear"
"The Versa AI offers attractive pricing. With this pricing structure, I can leverage various opportunities to bring value to my business. It's a positive aspect worth considering."
"I think almost every tool offers a decent discount. In terms of credits or other stuff, every cloud provider provides a good number of incentives to onboard new clients."
"The solution's pricing is moderate."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Manufacturing Company
10%
University
9%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Retailer
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Google Cloud AI Platform?
A range of a a wide range of algorithms, EIM voice mails, which can be plugged in right away into your solution into into into our solution, and then have platform that provides know, to to come up...
What is your primary use case for Google Cloud AI Platform?
We use Google Cloud AI Platform to extract text from images, such as forms.
What do you like most about Google Vertex AI?
We extensively utilize Google Cloud's Vertex AI platform for our machine learning workflows. Specifically, we leverage the IO branch for EDA data in Suresh Live Virtual, employing Forte IT for trai...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Google Vertex AI?
Google Vertex AI is relatively expensive, rating it six for pricing. The pricing model could be more flexible.
What needs improvement with Google Vertex AI?
Both major systems, Azure and Google, are not yet stabilized, especially their customer support. It is essential to have a robust customer support system to get quick resolutions as they're frequen...
 

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