Managed relational engines · AWS vs Google Cloud
Amazon RDS for Db2: Google Cloud equivalent
Google Cloud has no managed IBM Db2 service.
Run Db2 on Compute Engine or migrate to Cloud SQL or AlloyDB.
Side-by-side comparison
| Aspect | Amazon Web Services | Google Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Service | Amazon RDS for Db2 | No first-party equivalent |
| Lifecycle | Generally available | — |
| What it is | Managed IBM Db2 Standard and Advanced editions (versions 11.5 and 12.1), without shell access to the host. | — |
| Pricing model | Per instance-hour plus storage, with the IBM license brought by you or bought through AWS. | Not applicable. |
| Docs | Amazon RDS for Db2 docs | — |
| Pricing page | Amazon RDS for Db2 pricing | — |
Key differences
- Database Migration Service doesn't list Db2 as a source.
Pricing summary
Pricing models only. No prices are quoted because they change by region and over time.
- AWS
- Per instance-hour plus storage, with the IBM license brought by you or bought through AWS. Amazon RDS for Db2 pricing →
- GCP
- Not applicable.
And on Azure?
No equivalent Azure has no first-party equivalent. AWS vs Azure comparison →
FAQ
Does Google Cloud have an equivalent to Amazon RDS for Db2?
Google Cloud has no managed IBM Db2 service. Run Db2 on Compute Engine or migrate to Cloud SQL or AlloyDB.
How does pricing compare between Amazon RDS for Db2 and Google Cloud?
AWS: Per instance-hour plus storage, with the IBM license brought by you or bought through AWS. Google Cloud: Not applicable. Check the official pricing pages for current rates.
What is the Azure equivalent?
Azure has no first-party equivalent. Azure has no managed Db2 service.