netcup vs Aruba Cloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
netcup is 51% cheaper than Aruba Cloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€19 vs €38/mo)
netcup costs 51% less — a saving of ~€19/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. On block storage, netcup is the cheaper option at roughly 1/8.3 the price per GB. netcup wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Choose netcup for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Aruba Cloud for Aruba Cloud's specific capabilities.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- netcup: VPS Lite 1 G12.5s (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 80 GB disk) for €4.92/mo
- Aruba Cloud: VPS O2A4 (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 40 GB disk) for €6.29/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
We tested it
- What HA Actually Costs: Kubernetes on netcup for €63/month with Talos and OpenTofu — hands-on review with benchmarks, Sep 2026
 netcup |  Aruba Cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Italy |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | No (DIY) |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | Self-managed |
| Cheapest Node | €3.10/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €6.29/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€18.60/mo | ~€37.74/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€27.90/mo | ~€56.61/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | 2 TB free |
| S3 Storage | Not available | €0.030/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | ISO27001, ISO9001 |
| 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: netcup as of Sept 2026, Aruba Cloud as of May 2026.
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