UpCloud vs AWS (EKS): Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
UpCloud is 76% cheaper than AWS (EKS) for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€24 vs €99/mo)
At the cluster level, UpCloud runs 76% cheaper, roughly €75/mo less than its competitor. Egress is cheaper with UpCloud: unlimited egress vs paid. Control plane costs differ: UpCloud includes it free; AWS (EKS) adds €73/mo. Choose UpCloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose AWS (EKS) for lower egress costs at scale.
Moving off AWS (EKS) could save ~€75/mo on a 3-node cluster.
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 UpCloud |  AWS (EKS) | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Finland | United States |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €73/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €8.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €12.06/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€24.00/mo | ~€99.02/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€48.00/mo | ~€135.20/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | €0.077/GB |
| S3 Storage | €0.020/GB | €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: UpCloud as of Jun 2026, AWS (EKS) as of May 2026.
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