netcup vs AWS (EKS): Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
netcup is 87% cheaper than AWS (EKS) for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€13 vs €99/mo)
netcup costs 87% less — a saving of ~€86/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. netcup charges ~6.1× less for block storage per GB. netcup wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Choose netcup for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose AWS (EKS) for AWS (EKS)'s specific capabilities.
Moving off AWS (EKS) could save ~€86/mo on a 3-node cluster.
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 netcup |  AWS (EKS) | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | United States |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | €73/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €2.19/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €12.06/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€13.14/mo | ~€99.02/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€19.71/mo | ~€135.20/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | €0.077/GB |
| S3 Storage | Not available | €0.020/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | ISO27001, SOC2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS |
| CLOUD Act Exposure | No | Yes (US-owned) |
* 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 May 2026, AWS (EKS) as of May 2026.
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