Cleura vs Hikube: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Hikube is 17% cheaper than Cleura for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€192 vs €233/mo)
Hikube costs 17% less — a saving of ~€40/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. For outbound traffic, Hikube is more cost-effective: unlimited egress vs paid. Cleura provides a free control plane; Hikube charges €34.98/mo for the managed control plane. Choose Hikube for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Cleura for lower egress costs at scale.
 Cleura |  Hikube | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Sweden | Switzerland |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €34.98/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €77.52/mo 4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM | €52.48/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€232.56/mo | ~€192.42/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€465.12/mo | ~€349.86/mo |
| Egress | €0.029/GB | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.020/GB | €0.022/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | ISO27001, Swiss Hosting, FINMA |
| 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: Cleura as of May 2026, Hikube as of Aug 2026.
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