Atlantic.Cloud vs UpCloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
UpCloud is 33% cheaper than Atlantic.Cloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€24 vs €36/mo)
UpCloud costs 33% less — a saving of ~€12/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. Atlantic.Cloud charges ~4.2× less for block storage per GB. Control plane management differs: UpCloud is fully managed; Atlantic.Cloud is self-operated. Choose UpCloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Atlantic.Cloud for Atlantic.Cloud's specific capabilities.
 Atlantic.Cloud |  UpCloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | PT | Finland |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €6.00/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €8.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€36.00/mo | ~€24.00/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€54.00/mo | ~€48.00/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | Not available | €0.020/GB |
| Certifications | CDCTP | ISO27001 |
| 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: Atlantic.Cloud as of Jul 2026, UpCloud as of Jun 2026.
Calculate Your Exact Cost
Configure your exact cluster specs and see real-time pricing across 33+ European providers.
Open Calculator