Google Cloud Storage - Good for projects from simple to demanding!
March 23, 2020
Google Cloud Storage - Good for projects from simple to demanding!

Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Overall Satisfaction with Google Cloud Storage
We use Google Cloud Storage to backup individual files, backup entire systems, share files, and to host static content. Since a storage bucket can be configured to a URL, this tool allows us to easily and temporarily host files needed between systems. Some of our storage buckets are used to host software updates, others are used only as background system backups, among many other uses.
- Permissions - easy to configure.
- Security - variety of permissions allows fine grained control.
- Reliability - storage service is essentially always available.
- Learning curve - working with buckets isn't as straightforward as end user cloud storage (like Google Drive).
- Less integration support than AWS in 3rd party tools.
- Integration required for best results (programming into the API).
- Eliminated the need for dedicated file host VMs.
- Serves role in 'serverless' web apps (app engine + SQL instance + storage bucket).
- Saves time with 'one off' file hosting needs - easily provide URL for a shared file.
We have used Amazon S3 for similar needs, or for solutions that don't support Google Cloud Storage. For us, Google Cloud Storage works much better since it's integrated into Google Cloud Platform. Since we use Google Cloud Platform, Google Cloud Storage is part of our cloud projects already, so integrating its features is much more secure and straightforward.
Do you think Google Cloud Storage delivers good value for the price?
Yes
Are you happy with Google Cloud Storage's feature set?
Yes
Did Google Cloud Storage live up to sales and marketing promises?
Yes
Did implementation of Google Cloud Storage go as expected?
Yes
Would you buy Google Cloud Storage again?
Yes