gridscale vs C1V Hosting: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
 gridscale |  C1V Hosting | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Italy |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | No (DIY) |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Self-managed |
| Cheapest Node | €23.07/mo 1 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €4.10/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€69.21/mo | ~€24.60/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€138.42/mo | ~€36.90/mo |
| Egress | 20 TB free | 20 TB free |
| S3 Storage | €0.060/GB | Not available |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | None listed |
| 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.
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