UpCloud vs Aruba Cloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Aruba Cloud is 55% cheaper than UpCloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€38 vs €84/mo)
At the cluster level, Aruba Cloud runs 55% cheaper, roughly €46/mo less than its competitor. UpCloud wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. UpCloud offers a managed control plane; Aruba Cloud requires self-managing the control plane, adding operational overhead but giving full configuration control. Choose Aruba Cloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose UpCloud for lower egress costs at scale.
 UpCloud |  Aruba Cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Finland | Italy |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | No (DIY) |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Self-managed |
| Cheapest Node | €28.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €6.29/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€84.00/mo | ~€37.74/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€168.00/mo | ~€56.61/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | 2 TB free |
| S3 Storage | €0.020/GB | €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: UpCloud as of Jan 2026, Aruba Cloud as of May 2026.
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