How Glacier Retrieval Costs Are Estimated
The calculator combines the amount of data restored with the entered retrieval price, adds restore-request charges based on object count, and can optionally estimate temporary restored-copy storage.
Flexible Retrieval vs Deep Archive
S3 Glacier Flexible Retrieval provides Expedited, Standard and Bulk retrieval options. S3 Glacier Deep Archive provides Standard and Bulk retrieval and is designed for longer-term archival data.
Why AWS Region Matters
AWS pricing can differ by Region and change over time. Navorika therefore lets you enter current prices instead of presenting a hard-coded rate as universally applicable.
Retrieval Cost Components
Archive restores can involve data-retrieval charges, restore-request charges and temporary storage for the accessible restored copy. Other AWS charges may also apply depending on your workflow and Region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I enter AWS pricing manually?
AWS prices vary by Region and can change. Entering the current regional rates avoids relying on a stale universal price.
Does Glacier Flexible Retrieval support expedited restore?
Yes. Flexible Retrieval supports Expedited, Standard and Bulk retrieval tiers. Deep Archive does not support Expedited retrieval.
How long does Glacier retrieval take?
Flexible Retrieval can range from minutes for Expedited retrieval to several hours for Standard or Bulk. Deep Archive typically takes longer.
Does restoring an archive create additional storage cost?
A restored temporary copy can incur storage charges while it remains available, depending on the applicable AWS pricing and restore configuration.