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Google Compute Engine vs SAP S4HANA on AWS comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 16, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

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

ROI

Sentiment score
5.6
Some businesses achieved over 90% cost savings by switching to cloud and cheaper analytic tools despite budget challenges.
Sentiment score
7.4
SAP S4HANA on AWS boosts performance, efficiency, and ROI, with payback in months and long-term financial benefits.
On a very good implementation, usually, if the scale of the business is large, the implementation can give a payback within six, seven, or eight months of implementation.
Group CIO at Ghulam Faruque Group
Although our investment was higher compared to the previous ERP system, we are able to derive ROI from SAP S4HANA on AWS.
Finance Controller at kauvery
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.4
Google Compute Engine's customer service is positively rated for responsiveness, with various support tiers and effective online support channels.
Sentiment score
6.5
SAP S4HANA on AWS support receives mixed reviews; AWS prompt, SAP varies, necessitating improvement and expertise due to complexity.
We received the right support during our implementation and continue to benefit from it.
Finance Controller at kauvery
They have a support model available, with first-level support handling initial issues when I integrate the system.
Group CIO at Ghulam Faruque Group
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
7.8
Google Compute Engine offers scalable resources and supports diverse workloads, with managed instances aiding easy scaling for businesses.
Sentiment score
7.8
SAP S4HANA on AWS provides scalable support for large enterprises, integrates well, but requires technical expertise for efficient scaling.
AWS has been running probably 96% of Fortune 500 companies across the globe, so scalability is not an issue.
Group CIO at Ghulam Faruque Group
The product is versatile and can manage complexity beyond expectations.
Project Manager at BSF
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.2
Google Compute Engine is highly stable, achieving 99.99% uptime and favorable comparisons to other servers with minimal downtime.
Sentiment score
7.8
SAP S4HANA on AWS is praised for stability and reliability, though performance can vary with specific setups and configurations.
The stability of Google Compute Engine is on par with other servers, akin to using instances from AWS, as no one needs any downtime.
Cloud Engineer at Global Payments Inc.
As a finance controller, we have seen improvements in finance deliverables, SLAs in payables, and reconciliation timelines.
Finance Controller at kauvery
 

Room For Improvement

Google Compute Engine needs better user experience, automation, security, multi-region support, and simplified licensing for non-technical users.
SAP S4HANA on AWS needs better integration, cost efficiency, user-friendly interfaces, improved support, scalability, and enhanced deployment resources.
I have noticed a positive impact since the deployment of Google Compute Engine; it is simpler.
Cloud Engineer at Global Payments Inc.
Having these integrations as a single source rather than working in silos would be beneficial for customers.
Finance Controller at kauvery
SAP introduced flexible workflows, which are even better if I want customized workflows for my documentation within the procurement domain.
Group CIO at Ghulam Faruque Group
The interface and interaction with the technical team require intensive training.
Project Manager at BSF
 

Setup Cost

Google Compute Engine is cost-effective with pay-as-you-go pricing, but affordability varies by region and usage patterns.
SAP S4HANA on AWS is costly but offers value with flexibility, significant enterprise investment, and potential discounts.
It is difficult to recommend GCP due to its complex architecture.
Cloud Engineer at Global Payments Inc.
The initial setup required a higher investment, but the return on investment has justified the cost.
Finance Controller at kauvery
SAP is not cheap, with many hidden costs encountered during implementation.
Project Manager at BSF
 

Valuable Features

Google Compute Engine offers flexible, cost-effective virtual machines with rich features, high availability, and seamless integration with Google Cloud services.
SAP S4HANA on AWS offers a user-friendly interface, real-time processing, scalability, AI integration, and cost-effective, high-availability hosting.
In GCP, there's a custom configuration feature unlike AWS and Azure.
Senior Cloud Engineer at a tech vendor with 1,001-5,000 employees
What I like the most about Google Compute Engine is SSH access and the different price categories.
Cloud Engineer at Global Payments Inc.
The costing and personnel planning integration are among the strongest areas of this solution.
Group CIO at Ghulam Faruque Group
From the finance side, we have enhanced our internal controls and reduced the timeline for closing the month from a year to just two days.
Finance Controller at kauvery
The configurations are quite comprehensive, and the product can handle many complex scenarios.
Project Manager at BSF
 

Categories and Ranking

Google Compute Engine
Ranking in Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS)
14th
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
17
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
SAP S4HANA on AWS
Ranking in Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS)
11th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.9
Number of Reviews
41
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS) category, the mindshare of Google Compute Engine is 1.2%, up from 0.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of SAP S4HANA on AWS is 2.6%, down from 3.4% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
SAP S4HANA on AWS2.6%
Google Compute Engine1.2%
Other96.2%
Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS)
 

Featured Reviews

AK
Cloud Engineer at Global Payments Inc.
SSH access has simplified my backend deployments but setup and architecture still need improvement
Currently, I have not found much value in the features or capabilities of Google Compute Engine because I only use SSH access, as I have not used many of their services. It is already set up by a different team, and I have been using them as it is a normal case, similar to a normal Linux server. I have noticed a positive impact since the deployment of Google Compute Engine; it is simpler. However, for those who are not very much familiar with Google Cloud, it can, at times, be difficult. Also, the freebies are not much from Google's side, referring to the credits, so that users can become more familiar since there is a limited amount or it is case-dependent. Without trying Google Compute Engine totally, I cannot tell you much about it. From my personal perspective, I suggest that while setting up Google Compute Engine, the process is hard compared to AWS. The complexity increases, especially if we want to access the things over the API; we need to explicitly set up things and can only access the CLI environment of GCP, which is sometimes a hectic task.
AtifNajam - PeerSpot reviewer
Group CIO at Ghulam Faruque Group
Strong integration in manufacturing and enhances flexibility with useful workflow management
Installation is very straightforward, however, implementation takes years or months based on the project's size. In manufacturing, the requirement might go from ten to 12 people. If I'm a sales-oriented company, such as an FMCG or something else, then I might need around seven or eight people at the very minimum. It is not an easy task to migrate. If I'm moving from a different ERP to S/4HANA, I need a proper project that probably spans several months, with significant engagement from both the business side and the technical side. I need an opportunity partner on it. Processing to SCE S/4HANA takes a bit of effort.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
32%
Performing Arts
7%
Financial Services Firm
7%
University
7%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Computer Software Company
9%
University
8%
Retailer
7%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business5
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise8
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business19
Midsize Enterprise8
Large Enterprise15
 

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Google Compute Engine?
Google resources are cheaper compared to AWS and Microsoft Azure. Among the three, Google is the cheapest option.
What needs improvement with Google Compute Engine?
Google has a lack of focus on their products. They have many products in various areas of the market, but they do not productize or appeal to the market effectively. They should concentrate on prod...
What is your primary use case for Google Compute Engine?
The main use case is for deploying any standard application. I simply use Compute Engine, which is comparable to a virtual machine. It is essentially a VM machine.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for SAP S4HANA on AWS?
The initial setup required a higher investment, but the return on investment has justified the cost.
What needs improvement with SAP S4HANA on AWS?
Currently, we have some integration areas like Concur and Ariba that could be improved. Having these integrations as a single source rather than working in silos would be beneficial for customers.
What is your primary use case for SAP S4HANA on AWS?
We transitioned from being an existing Business One ( /products/sap-business-one-reviews ) user to using SAP S4HANA on AWS ( /products/sap-s4hana-on-aws-reviews ) because our business outgrew the p...
 

Also Known As

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SAP S/4HANA on AWS
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

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