Aruba Cloud vs Thalassa Cloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Aruba Cloud is 42% cheaper than Thalassa Cloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€38 vs €65/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 42% (€27/mo) in Aruba Cloud's favour. Thalassa Cloud handles control plane operations; with Aruba Cloud you self-host the control plane, trading simplicity for flexibility. Block storage costs ~1.8× less on Aruba Cloud. Choose Aruba Cloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Thalassa Cloud for a fully managed control plane with less operational overhead.
 Aruba Cloud |  Thalassa Cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Italy | Netherlands |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | €19.5/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €6.29/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €15.11/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€37.74/mo | ~€64.83/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€56.61/mo | ~€110.16/mo |
| Egress | 2 TB free | Contact |
| S3 Storage | €0.030/GB | €0.050/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, ISO9001 | None listed |
| 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, Thalassa Cloud as of May 2026.
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