netcup vs C1V Hosting: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
netcup is 57% cheaper than C1V Hosting for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€16 vs €36/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 57% (€21/mo) in netcup's favour. netcup wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Choose netcup for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose C1V Hosting for lower egress costs at scale.
 netcup |  C1V Hosting | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Italy |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | No (DIY) |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | Self-managed |
| Cheapest Node | €2.59/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €6.05/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€15.54/mo | ~€36.30/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€23.31/mo | ~€54.45/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | 20 TB free |
| S3 Storage | Not available | 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.
Data freshness: netcup as of Jun 2026, C1V Hosting as of May 2026.
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