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Google Vertex AI vs PyTorch comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 4, 2024

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

Categories and Ranking

Google Vertex AI
Ranking in AI Development Platforms
2nd
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.4
Number of Reviews
10
Ranking in other categories
AI Infrastructure (1st)
PyTorch
Ranking in AI Development Platforms
7th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of March 2025, in the AI Development Platforms category, the mindshare of Google Vertex AI is 14.9%, down from 19.6% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of PyTorch is 1.3%, down from 1.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

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.
Rohan Sharma - PeerSpot reviewer
Enabled creation of innovative projects through developer-friendly features
The aspect I like most about PyTorch is that it is really developer-friendly. Developers can constantly create new things, and everyone around the world can use it for free because it's an open-source product. What I personally like is that PyTorch has enabled users to use Apple's M1 chip natively for GPU users. Unlike other libraries using CUDA, PyTorch utilizes Metal Performance Shaders (MPS) to enable GPU usage on M1 chips.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"Vertex comes with inbuilt integration with GCP for data storage."
"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."
"It provides the most valuable external analytics."
"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."
"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 integration of AutoML features streamlines our machine-learning workflows."
"Vertex AI possesses multiple libraries, so it eliminates the need for extensive coding."
"Google Vertex AI is an out-of-the-box and very easy-to-use solution."
"I like PyTorch's scalability."
"It's been pretty scalable in terms of using multiple GPUs."
"The product's initial setup phase is easy."
"yTorch is gaining credibility in the research space, it's becoming easier to find examples of papers that use PyTorch. This is an advantage for someone who uses PyTorch primarily."
"PyTorch allows me to build my projects from scratch."
"The framework of the solution is valuable."
"For me, the product's initial setup phase is easy...For beginners, it is fairly easy to learn."
"PyTorch is developer-friendly, allowing developers to continuously create new projects."
 

Cons

"Google Vertex AI is good in machine learning and AI, but it lacks optimization."
"Both major systems, Azure and Google, are not yet stabilized, especially their customer support."
"The tool's documentation is not good. It is hard."
"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."
"It would be beneficial to have certain features included in the future, such as image generators and text-to-speech solutions."
"I'm not sure if I have suggestions for improvement."
"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."
"I think the technical documentation is not readily available in the tool."
"On the production side of things, having more frameworks would be helpful."
"PyTorch needs improvement in working on ARM-based chips. They have unified memory for GPU and RAM, however, current GPUs used for processing are slow."
"I've had issues with stability when I use a lot of data and try out different combinations of modeling techniques."
"The training of the models could be faster."
"I do not have any complaints."
"The product has certain shortcomings in the automation of machine learning."
"The product has breakdowns when we change the versions a lot."
"PyTorch needs improvement in working on ARM-based chips. They have unified memory for GPU and RAM, however, current GPUs used for processing are slow."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"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."
"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."
"It is free."
"PyTorch is open-sourced."
"PyTorch is open source."
"The solution is affordable."
"It is free."
"PyTorch is an open-source solution."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
13%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Retailer
7%
Manufacturing Company
31%
Computer Software Company
9%
Financial Services Firm
9%
University
8%
 

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Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

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?
They have different pricing models like pay-as-you-go or subscription model, and total cost of ownership. It is comparatively cheaper than Azure.
What needs improvement with Google Vertex AI?
I'm not sure if I have suggestions for improvement. Based on my comparison between the two, Vertex has various additional functionalities that Azure doesn't provide.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for PyTorch?
I haven't gone for a paid plan yet. I've just been using the free trial or open-source version.
What needs improvement with PyTorch?
PyTorch needs improvement in working on ARM-based chips. Although they have unified memory for GPU and RAM, they are unable to utilize these GPUs for processing efficiently. They take so much time....
 

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