What is the difference between Amazon AWS and Fluidstack?

Amazon AWS and Fluidstack are both cloud GPU providers offering different pricing models, features, and GPU availability. Use our comparison tool to see real-time pricing and feature differences.

Which is cheaper: Amazon AWS or Fluidstack?

Pricing varies by GPU model and usage requirements. Check our real-time comparison table to find the best deals for your specific needs.

Can I switch between Amazon AWS and Fluidstack?

Yes, both providers offer flexible cloud GPU services. However, consider factors like data transfer costs, setup time, and specific features when switching between providers.

How many GPU models are available for comparison?

We track pricing for 7 different GPU models across both Amazon AWS and Fluidstack, with 0 models available from both providers.

Amazon AWS vs Fluidstack

Compare GPU pricing, features, and specifications between Amazon AWS and Fluidstack cloud providers. Find the best deals for AI training, inference, and ML workloads.

Amazon AWS

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Comparison Overview

Total GPU Models

Amazon AWS GPUs

Fluidstack GPUs

Direct Comparisons

Average Price Difference: $0.56/hour between comparable GPUs

GPU Pricing Comparison

Total GPUs: 7Both available: 3Amazon AWS: 6Fluidstack: 4

Showing 7 of 7 GPUs

Last updated: 11/30/2025, 10:38:51 PM

GPU Model ↑	Amazon AWS Price	Fluidstack Price	Price Diff ↕	Sources
A10 24GB VRAM • Amazon AWS	$1.63/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Shadeform
A10 24GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $1.63/hour Updated: 2/24/2025 ★Best Price Not Available Shadeform
A100 PCIE 40GB VRAM • Amazon AWSFluidstack	$1.48/hr★ Best 8x GPU	$1.80/hr	↓$0.32(18.1%)	AWS
A100 PCIE 40GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $1.48/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 3/31/2025 ★Best Price Fluidstack $1.80/hour Updated: 3/31/2025 Price Difference:↓$0.32(18.1%) AWS
A100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Amazon AWSFluidstack	$1.48/hr★ Best 8x GPU	$1.80/hr	↓$0.32(18.1%)	AWS FluidStack
A100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $1.48/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 8/12/2025 ★Best Price Fluidstack $1.80/hour Updated: 6/2/2025 Price Difference:↓$0.32(18.1%) AWS FluidStack
B200 192GB VRAM • Amazon AWS	$10.58/hr★ Best 72x GPU	Not Available	—	AWS
B200 192GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $10.58/hour 72x GPU configuration Updated: 8/12/2025 ★Best Price Not Available AWS
H100 80GB VRAM • Amazon AWSFluidstack	$3.93/hr 8x GPU	$2.89/hr★ Best	↑+$1.04(+36.1%)	AWS FluidStack
H100 80GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $3.93/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 8/12/2025 Fluidstack $2.89/hour Updated: 6/2/2025 ★Best Price Price Difference:↑+$1.04(+36.1%) AWS FluidStack
H200 141GB VRAM • Amazon AWS	$4.33/hr★ Best 8x GPU	Not Available	—	AWS
H200 141GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $4.33/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 8/12/2025 ★Best Price Not Available AWS
L40S 48GB VRAM • Fluidstack	Not Available	$1.30/hr★ Best	—	FluidStack
L40S 48GB VRAM • Not Available Fluidstack $1.30/hour Updated: 6/2/2025 ★Best Price FluidStack

A10 24GB VRAM • Amazon AWS	$1.63/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Shadeform
A10 24GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $1.63/hour Updated: 2/24/2025 ★Best Price Not Available Shadeform
A100 PCIE 40GB VRAM • Amazon AWSFluidstack	$1.48/hr★ Best 8x GPU	$1.80/hr	↓$0.32(18.1%)	AWS
A100 PCIE 40GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $1.48/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 3/31/2025 ★Best Price Fluidstack $1.80/hour Updated: 3/31/2025 Price Difference:↓$0.32(18.1%) AWS
A100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Amazon AWSFluidstack	$1.48/hr★ Best 8x GPU	$1.80/hr	↓$0.32(18.1%)	AWS FluidStack
A100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $1.48/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 8/12/2025 ★Best Price Fluidstack $1.80/hour Updated: 6/2/2025 Price Difference:↓$0.32(18.1%) AWS FluidStack
B200 192GB VRAM • Amazon AWS	$10.58/hr★ Best 72x GPU	Not Available	—	AWS
B200 192GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $10.58/hour 72x GPU configuration Updated: 8/12/2025 ★Best Price Not Available AWS
H100 80GB VRAM • Amazon AWSFluidstack	$3.93/hr 8x GPU	$2.89/hr★ Best	↑+$1.04(+36.1%)	AWS FluidStack
H100 80GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $3.93/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 8/12/2025 Fluidstack $2.89/hour Updated: 6/2/2025 ★Best Price Price Difference:↑+$1.04(+36.1%) AWS FluidStack
H200 141GB VRAM • Amazon AWS	$4.33/hr★ Best 8x GPU	Not Available	—	AWS
H200 141GB VRAM • Amazon AWS $4.33/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 8/12/2025 ★Best Price Not Available AWS
L40S 48GB VRAM • Fluidstack	Not Available	$1.30/hr★ Best	—	FluidStack
L40S 48GB VRAM • Not Available Fluidstack $1.30/hour Updated: 6/2/2025 ★Best Price FluidStack

Features Comparison

Amazon AWS

Global Infrastructure
Extensive network of data centers across multiple regions worldwide
Pay-as-you-go Pricing
Flexible pricing model with no upfront commitments required
Advanced Security
Comprehensive security tools and compliance certifications
Auto Scaling
Automatically adjust resources based on demand
Integrated Services
Extensive ecosystem of services that work seamlessly together
Developer Tools
Comprehensive suite of tools for development, deployment, and management

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Pros & Cons

Amazon AWS

Advantages

Broad range of compute options including GPUs
Highly scalable and reliable infrastructure
Pay-as-you-go pricing with cost optimization tools
Extensive global network of data centers

Considerations

Complex pricing structure
Steep learning curve for new users
Potential for unexpected costs without proper management

Fluidstack

Advantages

Highly cost-effective (30-80% lower costs compared to major cloud providers)
Large-scale GPU availability (10,000+ NVIDIA H100 GPUs deployed)
Rapid deployment and scaling capabilities
Fully managed infrastructure with 24/7 support

Considerations

Relatively newer and smaller compared to major cloud providers
Primary focus on AI and ML workloads may not suit all use cases
Limited global presence compared to hyperscalers

Compute Services

Amazon AWS

Amazon EC2

Virtual servers in the cloud with a wide range of instance types.

Amazon ECS

Fully managed container orchestration service.

Support for Docker containers
Integration with other AWS services

Amazon EKS

Managed Kubernetes service for container orchestration.

Certified Kubernetes conformant
Integrates with AWS networking and security services

Fluidstack

GPU Instances

On‑demand dedicated GPUs for AI workloads.

Pricing Options

Amazon AWS

On-Demand Instances

Pay for compute capacity by the second with no long-term commitments.

Spot Instances

Use spare EC2 capacity at up to 90% off the On-Demand price.

Reserved Instances

Save up to 72% compared to On-Demand pricing with a 1 or 3-year commitment.

Savings Plans

Save up to 72% on compute usage with a 1 or 3-year commitment to a consistent amount of usage.

Fluidstack

Getting Started

Amazon AWS

Get Started

1
Sign up for AWS
Create an AWS account to access the cloud platform.
2
Choose a compute service
Select from EC2, Lambda, or container services based on your workload needs.
3
Launch an instance
Configure and launch your first compute instance or container.
4
Set up security
Configure security groups and access controls for your resources.
5
Monitor and optimize
Use AWS CloudWatch and Compute Optimizer to monitor performance and reduce costs.

Fluidstack

Get Started

Support & Global Availability

Amazon AWS

Global Regions

30+ regions and 100+ availability zones worldwide.

Support

Basic (free), Developer, Business, Enterprise support plans with varying response times and features. Extensive documentation, forums, and training resources.

Fluidstack