What is the difference between Cudo Compute and UpCloud?

Cudo Compute and UpCloud 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: Cudo Compute or UpCloud?

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 Cudo Compute and UpCloud?

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 5 different GPU models across both Cudo Compute and UpCloud, with 0 models available from both providers.

Cudo Compute vs UpCloud GPU Cloud Pricing 2026

GPU Pricing Comparison

Total GPUs: 5Both available: 2Cudo Compute: 3UpCloud: 4

Showing 5 of 5 GPUs

Last updated: 8/21/2026, 5:48:39 PM

GPU Model ↑	Cudo Compute Price	UpCloud Price	Price Diff ↕	Sources
A100 PCIE 40GB VRAM • Cudo Compute	$1.50/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Cudo Compute API
A100 PCIE 40GB VRAM • Cudo Compute $1.50/hour Updated: 8/21/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Cudo Compute API
B200 180GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$3.89/hr★ Best 2x GPU	—	UpCloud
B200 180GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $3.89/hour 2x GPU configuration Updated: 8/7/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Cudo ComputeUpCloud	$1.79/hr★ Best	$2.05/hr	↓$0.26(12.8%)	Cudo Compute API UpCloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Cudo Compute $1.79/hour Updated: 8/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud $2.05/hour Updated: 8/7/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.26(12.8%) Cudo Compute API UpCloud
L4 24GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$0.66/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
L4 24GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $0.66/hour Updated: 8/14/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
L40S 48GB VRAM • Cudo ComputeUpCloud	$0.87/hr★ Best	$0.96/hr	↓$0.09(9.1%)	Cudo Compute API UpCloud
L40S 48GB VRAM • Cudo Compute $0.87/hour Updated: 8/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud $0.96/hour Updated: 8/7/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.09(9.1%) Cudo Compute API UpCloud

A100 PCIE 40GB VRAM • Cudo Compute	$1.50/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Cudo Compute API
A100 PCIE 40GB VRAM • Cudo Compute $1.50/hour Updated: 8/21/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Cudo Compute API
B200 180GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$3.89/hr★ Best 2x GPU	—	UpCloud
B200 180GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $3.89/hour 2x GPU configuration Updated: 8/7/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Cudo ComputeUpCloud	$1.79/hr★ Best	$2.05/hr	↓$0.26(12.8%)	Cudo Compute API UpCloud
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Cudo Compute $1.79/hour Updated: 8/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud $2.05/hour Updated: 8/7/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.26(12.8%) Cudo Compute API UpCloud
L4 24GB VRAM • UpCloud	Not Available	$0.66/hr★ Best	—	UpCloud
L4 24GB VRAM • Not Available UpCloud $0.66/hour Updated: 8/14/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud
L40S 48GB VRAM • Cudo ComputeUpCloud	$0.87/hr★ Best	$0.96/hr	↓$0.09(9.1%)	Cudo Compute API UpCloud
L40S 48GB VRAM • Cudo Compute $0.87/hour Updated: 8/21/2026 ★Best Price UpCloud $0.96/hour Updated: 8/7/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.09(9.1%) Cudo Compute API UpCloud

Features Comparison

Cudo Compute

Enterprise GPU infrastructure
On-demand and reserved GPU capacity with latest NVIDIA models including H200, H100, A100 80 GB, L40S, and legacy options like V100 and A40
Cluster and bare metal options
Deploy VMs, dedicated bare metal, or multi-node GPU clusters for training and inference
Global data center catalog
Marketplace view with locations in the UK, US, Nordics, and Africa plus renewable energy indicators
API and automation
REST API and documented workflows for provisioning, scaling, and lifecycle automation
Enterprise focus
Supports sovereignty requirements with regional choice, private networking, and support for reserved capacity
AI factory solutions
Design and manage GPU facilities powered by NVIDIA GB300 NVL72, B300 and GB200 systems for production-ready AI infrastructure

UpCloud

Dedicated GPUs
No shared hardware — each GPU is always dedicated to a single server with full performance isolation
100% Renewable Energy
Helsinki data center powered entirely by renewable energy with up to 90% waste heat recovery for district heating
European Data Sovereignty
GDPR-compliant infrastructure in Finland with strong jurisdictional protections and no third-party dependencies
Zero-Cost Data Transfer
No egress fees — outbound data transfer is included at no extra cost
Usage-Based Billing
Pay only for active compute time with hourly billing, no rigid contracts or long-term commitments required

Pros & Cons

Cudo Compute

Advantages

Comprehensive GPU lineup from next-gen Blackwell (GB300, B300, VR200) to established H200, H100, A100 options
Global data center coverage across UK, EU, North America, APAC, and Middle East for sovereignty needs
Transparent per-GPU pricing with visible commit-term discounts in the catalog
Choice of VMs, bare metal, and clusters for different performance and tenancy needs

Considerations

Smaller managed service ecosystem than hyperscalers
GPU availability varies by data center and model
Account approval may be required for larger reservations

UpCloud

Advantages

100% renewable energy with waste heat recovery — strong sustainability credentials
Zero-cost egress eliminates surprise data transfer bills
GDPR-compliant EU data sovereignty in Finland
Dedicated GPUs with no shared hardware

Considerations

GPU servers concentrated in Helsinki, Finland — limited multi-region GPU presence
Smaller GPU selection and global footprint compared to major hyperscalers

Compute Services

Cudo Compute

GPU Cloud

On-demand and reserved GPU VMs with configurable vCPU, memory, and storage.

Supports NVIDIA GPUs from V100 through H200 with per-GPU pricing
Elastic storage and IPv4 reservation per instance

Virtual Machines

CPU and GPU-backed VMs for general workloads and AI inference.

Multiple CPU families and memory/vCPU ratios
Attach GPUs as needed for acceleration

Bare Metal and Clusters

Dedicated servers and multi-node GPU clusters for high-performance training and rendering.

Supports H200, H100, A100 80 GB, L40S, and A800 cluster builds
Commitment options for capacity guarantees and better rates

UpCloud

GPU Servers

On-demand and spot NVIDIA L4, L40S, H100, and B200 GPU instances with dedicated hardware and AMD EPYC processors

Private Cloud GPUs

Dedicated private cloud infrastructure with NVIDIA L4, L40S, and H200 NVL GPUs

Pricing Options

Cudo Compute

On-demand GPU VMs

Hourly per-GPU pricing with published rates by data center and GPU model

Reserved Capacity

Commitment-based discounts across multiple term lengths for predictable spend and guaranteed supply

Bare Metal and Cluster Quotes

Dedicated hardware and multi-node clusters priced per reservation with private networking options

UpCloud

On-Demand GPU Servers

Hourly billing for L4, L40S, H100, and B200 GPU instances with no upfront commitment — pay only for active compute time

Spot GPU Servers

Discounted spot pricing for GPU Servers, offering lower hourly rates for interruptible workloads

Private Cloud GPUs

Fixed monthly pricing for dedicated private cloud GPU infrastructure with L4, L40S, and H200 NVL

Getting Started

Cudo Compute

Get Started

1
Create an account
Sign up and log into the Cudo Compute console.
2
Choose a data center
Pick a location such as Manchester, Stockholm, Kristiansand, Lagos, or US regions to meet latency and sovereignty needs.
3
Select hardware
Pick your GPU model (e.g., H100, A100 80 GB, L40S, A800, V100) and configure vCPUs, RAM, and storage.
4
Launch a VM or cluster
Deploy a single VM, bare-metal server, or scale out with clusters from the console or API.
5
Secure and monitor
Attach networking, reserve IPv4, and monitor usage through the dashboard or API endpoints.

UpCloud

Get Started

1
Create an UpCloud account
Sign up at upcloud.com and complete account verification
2
Select a GPU server plan
Choose from NVIDIA L4, L40S, H100, or B200 GPU configurations with varying vCPU and RAM options
3
Deploy with AI/ML template
Use pre-configured GPU Ubuntu templates to get started quickly with CUDA and ML frameworks
4
Attach storage
Add block storage devices (1 GB–4 TB each) from any storage tier for your operating system and data

Support & Global Availability

Cudo Compute

Global Regions

Global infrastructure across UK, EU, North America, APAC, and Middle East with ISO 27001-certified facilities and sovereign data residency options

Support

Documentation, tutorials, and API reference; sales and support contacts with phone booking plus community channels like Discord.

UpCloud

Global Regions

Helsinki, Finland (Telia Helsinki Data Center)

Support

Documentation, API reference, and support team available through the UpCloud control panel