Google Cloud Reviews

Honestly, what I love most about BigQuery is how easy it makes working with huge amounts of data. It's part my of may daily work. You know, like, really huge. It's like having this super-powerful engine that you don't have to worry about maintaining. You just throw your data in, and it just... works.

I think the biggest thing is that I don't have to deal with servers. No more worrying about setting things up, scaling, or any of that. It's just there, ready to go. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The biggest thing that can get you is the cost. If you're not careful, those queries, especially the complex ones on huge datasets, can really add up. You've got to be smart about optimising them, or you'll get a surprise bill. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I am using Looker Studio since last 1 year and I have created multiple dashboards for me and my organization.

The best thing about Looker according to me is the ease of setup.

And the second thing is the way it connects with multiple data types. You can integrate this with a lot of data platforms.

You can create visually appealing and at the same time useful dashboards with this platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes when you have multiple charts setup on the page some of your charts are loaded while the others don't load until you refresh the page in your browser.

I have experienced this while accessing the platform on Windows and also macOS. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like best about Google Backup and DR service is its simplicity and reliability. It’s really easy to set up, and the backup process is smooth. Plus, knowing that my data is securely stored and can be quickly restored gives me peace of mind. The integration with other Google services also makes it convenient for users already in the Google ecosystem. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I dislike about Google Backup and DR service is that it can be a bit pricey compared to other options available. Also, while it’s generally easy to use, sometimes the restoration process can be slower than expected, especially with large amounts of data. There’s also limited flexibility when it comes to custom backup configurations, which could be a deal-breaker for some advanced users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Looker studio helps in connecting with major data sources to create a data-visualization report with custom filters. It has blended data feature which allows to create a single table from different data sources especially like Google Analytics and Google Search Console. You can also create a customizable report and instantly create a new report with same metrics and dimensions just by changing date range. It's reporting helps to make data-driven decision making. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Mismatched dimensions often cause errors when creating a data visualization report. Also, sometimes data does not refresh automatically so we need to connect again using data connectors. Lastly, partner connectors have limited connection availability and you may have to download CSV file to create a visualization report. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is very easy to use and google workspace consists apps like Gmail,Docs,Sheets,Slides,Meet etc. which require minimal learning curve and easy navigation for tasks like editing documents,creating ppts etc.Quick setup process for businesses and individual. 24/7 support available by chat,email,phone also.I will use frequently in my day to day taks.We can easily integrate any 3rd party apps like zoom,salesforce etc into google workspace. The Workspace itself is enough it has cloud services to store data and it is very secure and google uses high secure protocols. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Offline mode use is not that great. It is sometimes cumbersome to manage very large files(especially with drive).Sometimes it is very hard to find some features which are hidden.Free storage limit is 15 gb only. Limited Customization in sheets,docs .gmail doesn't have end to end encryption. For small companies pricing seems a bit high. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Looker is a very useful BI tool and easy to use. Ease of integration It integrates with various cloud data sources, Frequency of use is very nice, and it is ideal for daily task use. Looker is also very useful for customer support for creating good data with visualization. Ease of implementation is also great in Looker. I Like using Looker for my Data Analytics work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes setting up Looker and learning ML is challenging, especially for unfamiliar terms. Looker is good, and I like it very much. I don't have any dislikes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The flexibility to scale up/down without downtime is a game-changer. I run a data-heavy app, and spinning up custom VM instances during traffic spikes feels effortless. Plus, the integration with Google Cloud tools like BigQuery saves me hours of setup. The preemptible VMs are a lifesaver for batch jobs—cutting costs by 70% without sacrificing reliability. Only gripe? The initial learning curve for networking, but once it clicks, it’s smooth sailing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The networking setup can feel overly complicated at first—configuring firewalls, VPCs, and IPs had me Googling tutorials for days. Costs also sneak up if you forget to monitor usage, especially with non-preemptible instances. I once left a test VM running by accident and got a nasty billing surprise. Support feels slow unless you pay for premium tiers, and the console UI isn’t as intuitive as AWS for quick tasks. Oh, and preemptible VMs? Great for savings, but losing a spot instance mid-job still stings. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Google Cloud offers a wide range of solutions for technology development and deployment, including Computing, Networking, data Storage and management, AI and machine learning, all in one integrated platform. GCP has user-friendly learning tutorials and reliable community support, which makes it easy to solve whatever challenges might come up. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The user interface can appear complex to newcomers, as it lacks customization options for the left navigation menu. The inability to remove services not used by users can make the interface unnecessarily crowded. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The intuitive UI did it for us, not to forget the easy onboarding, scalability, recommendations based on usage and quick AI/ML setups with readily available images Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The count of global data centres they have is currently lower than competitors such as Azure and AWS. Moreover, since GCS is relatively a new player, their presence in companies (and adoption) tends to be lower and adoption decisions are skeptical. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

BigQuery has been a reliable tool for marketing data integration. It's serverless, so it's easy to scale and let's us focus on other things rather than maintenance overall.

It's fast, so big querys that requires a lot of data takes just a few seconds to get the data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While BigQuery is an awesome tool, there are a few things that can be a bit frustrating.

Costs can add up quickly if you’re not careful. You need to focus on optimization and spend time setting up tables propperly.

Another thing is that the learning curve requires time if you’re not familiar with SQL, getting started can feel overwhelming (a lot of traditional SQL techniques does not work on BigQuery, and some capabilities in BigQuery are not industry standards) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.