Azure (AKS) vs ScaleUp Technologies: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Azure (AKS) is 65% cheaper than ScaleUp Technologies for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€72 vs €204/mo)
At the cluster level, Azure (AKS) runs 65% cheaper, roughly €133/mo less than its competitor. ScaleUp Technologies wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Azure (AKS) provides a free control plane; ScaleUp Technologies charges €73/mo for the managed control plane. Choose Azure (AKS) for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose ScaleUp Technologies for lower egress costs at scale.
 Azure (AKS) |  ScaleUp Technologies | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | United States | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €73/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €23.95/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €43.80/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€71.85/mo | ~€204.40/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€143.70/mo | ~€335.80/mo |
| Egress | €0.080/GB | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.018/GB | €0.120/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, SOC2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS | None listed |
| CLOUD Act Exposure | Yes (US-owned) | 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: Azure (AKS) as of May 2026, ScaleUp Technologies as of Jun 2026.
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