What is the difference between Daytona and Pacific Machines?

Daytona and Pacific Machines 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: Daytona or Pacific Machines?

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 Daytona and Pacific Machines?

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 8 different GPU models across both Daytona and Pacific Machines, with 0 models available from both providers.

Daytona vs Pacific Machines

Compare GPU pricing between Daytona and Pacific Machines. Find the best rates for AI training, inference, and ML workloads.

Daytona

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Pacific Machines

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Comparison Overview

Total GPU Models

Daytona GPUs

Pacific Machines GPUs

Direct Comparisons

Average Price Difference: $0.25/hour between comparable GPUs

GPU Pricing Comparison

Total GPUs: 8Both available: 2Daytona: 7Pacific Machines: 3

Showing 8 of 8 GPUs

Last updated: 11/6/2026, 11:57:55 PM

GPU Model ↑	Daytona Price	Pacific Machines Price	Price Diff ↕	Sources
B200 180GB VRAM • Pacific Machines	Not Available	$5.09/hr★ Best 8x GPU	—	Pacific Machines
B200 180GB VRAM • Not Available Pacific Machines $5.09/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Pacific Machines
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • DaytonaPacific Machines	$2.27/hr★ Best	$2.39/hr 8x GPU	↓$0.12(5.0%)	Daytona GPU rate card Pacific Machines
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Daytona $2.27/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Pacific Machines $2.39/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 11/6/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.12(5.0%) Daytona GPU rate card Pacific Machines
H200 141GB VRAM • DaytonaPacific Machines	$2.61/hr★ Best	$2.99/hr 8x GPU	↓$0.38(12.7%)	Daytona GPU rate card Pacific Machines
H200 141GB VRAM • Daytona $2.61/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Pacific Machines $2.99/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 11/6/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.38(12.7%) Daytona GPU rate card Pacific Machines
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Daytona	$4.08/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Daytona $4.08/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card
MI355X 288GB VRAM • Daytona	$3.44/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
MI355X 288GB VRAM • Daytona $3.44/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Daytona	$0.57/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Daytona $0.57/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card
RTX 5090 32GB VRAM • Daytona	$0.74/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
RTX 5090 32GB VRAM • Daytona $0.74/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Daytona	$1.74/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Daytona $1.74/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card

B200 180GB VRAM • Pacific Machines	Not Available	$5.09/hr★ Best 8x GPU	—	Pacific Machines
B200 180GB VRAM • Not Available Pacific Machines $5.09/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Pacific Machines
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • DaytonaPacific Machines	$2.27/hr★ Best	$2.39/hr 8x GPU	↓$0.12(5.0%)	Daytona GPU rate card Pacific Machines
H100 SXM 80GB VRAM • Daytona $2.27/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Pacific Machines $2.39/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 11/6/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.12(5.0%) Daytona GPU rate card Pacific Machines
H200 141GB VRAM • DaytonaPacific Machines	$2.61/hr★ Best	$2.99/hr 8x GPU	↓$0.38(12.7%)	Daytona GPU rate card Pacific Machines
H200 141GB VRAM • Daytona $2.61/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Pacific Machines $2.99/hour 8x GPU configuration Updated: 11/6/2026 Price Difference:↓$0.38(12.7%) Daytona GPU rate card Pacific Machines
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Daytona	$4.08/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
HGX B300 288GB VRAM • Daytona $4.08/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card
MI355X 288GB VRAM • Daytona	$3.44/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
MI355X 288GB VRAM • Daytona $3.44/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Daytona	$0.57/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
RTX 4090 24GB VRAM • Daytona $0.57/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card
RTX 5090 32GB VRAM • Daytona	$0.74/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
RTX 5090 32GB VRAM • Daytona $0.74/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Daytona	$1.74/hr★ Best	Not Available	—	Daytona GPU rate card
RTX PRO 6000 96GB VRAM • Daytona $1.74/hour Updated: 11/6/2026 ★Best Price Not Available Daytona GPU rate card

Features Comparison

Daytona

Isolated Runtime Protection
Execution of AI-generated code with zero risk to underlying infrastructure.
Fast Sandbox Creation
Sandboxes can be created in under 90 milliseconds.
Full CRUD Operations
Manage sandboxes with comprehensive permission control.
Built-in Git Integration
Native Git operations with secure credential handling.
Multi-Language Support
Features language server support for real-time code analysis.

Pacific Machines

Modular Deployment
Pods can be deployed quickly at pre-developed power sites.
Integrated Systems
Compute, cooling, and power are designed as a single system.
Global Reach
Factories can be established near demand and labor resources.
Cooling Innovations
Development of advanced materials for efficient cooling in diverse climates.
Flexible Infrastructure
Offers reserved compute, on-premises pods, and colocation services.

Pros & Cons

Daytona

Advantages

Fast sandbox provisioning times
Secure environment for untrusted code
Good support for parallel workflows
Rich API for programmatic control

Considerations

vCPU, memory and disk are billed separately per second on top of the GPU rate
Less focus on traditional compute services
Requires specific developer knowledge to leverage effectively

Pacific Machines

Advantages

Rapid deployment of compute resources.
Modular design allows for scalability.
Integrated solutions reduce complexity in construction.
Flexibility in service models for different use cases.

Considerations

Limited information on specific hardware specifications.
Deployment timeline may vary by site conditions.
Potentially high setup requirements for certain projects.

Compute Services

Daytona

Pacific Machines

Pricing Options

Daytona

On-demand

Per-GPU rate metered per second with no minimum billed duration. Sandbox vCPU, memory and disk are billed separately per second at published resource rates.

Spot

Discounted per-GPU rate on preemptible capacity that can be terminated without notice. vCPU, memory and disk are billed separately per second at discounted spot resource rates.

Reserved

Available through custom enterprise agreements; not on the public rate card.

Pacific Machines

Getting Started

Daytona

Get Started

1
Sign Up for an Account
Visit the Daytona website to register for a new account.
2
Create a Sandbox
Use the API or dashboard to create a new sandbox.
3
Run Your Code
Execute your commands and monitor the output.
4
Manage Sandboxes
Utilize the management console for CRUD operations on your sandboxes.
5
Integrate with Development Tools
Set up integrations with Git or IDEs for enhanced productivity.

Pacific Machines

Get Started

1
Contact Sales
Reach out for a consultation to assess your project needs.
2
Site Evaluation
Pacific evaluates the site for power and connectivity requirements.
3
Pre-payment Confirmation
Confirm pre-payment and site suitability.
4
Deployment Planning
Receive a deployment plan tailored to your site.
5
Pod Installation
Pods are installed and become operational within a few months.

Support & Global Availability

Daytona

Global Regions

Available in regions like US East, US West, EU Central, EU West, Asia-South.

Support

Access to documentation, email support, and a community Slack channel.

Pacific Machines

Global Regions

Global availability based on site suitability.

Support

Contact support via email for inquiries and assistance.