Aruba Cloud vs Hikube: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Aruba Cloud is 80% cheaper than Hikube for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€38 vs €192/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 80% (€155/mo) in Aruba Cloud's favour. Hikube wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Control plane management differs: Hikube is fully managed; Aruba Cloud is self-operated. Choose Aruba Cloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Hikube for lower egress costs at scale.
 Aruba Cloud |  Hikube | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Italy | Switzerland |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | €34.98/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €6.29/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €52.48/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€37.74/mo | ~€192.42/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€56.61/mo | ~€349.86/mo |
| Egress | 2 TB free | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.030/GB | €0.022/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, ISO9001 | ISO27001, Swiss Hosting, FINMA |
| CLOUD Act Exposure | No | No |
* Estimated using cheapest available node. DIY providers include 3 additional control plane nodes. Use the calculator for exact pricing with your specs.
Data freshness: Aruba Cloud as of May 2026, Hikube as of Aug 2026.
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