STACKIT vs Cleura: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
STACKIT is 53% cheaper than Cleura for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€110 vs €233/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 53% (€122/mo) in STACKIT's favour. For outbound traffic, STACKIT is more cost-effective: unlimited egress vs paid. STACKIT charges €74.63/mo for the control plane, which Cleura provides at no cost. Choose STACKIT for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Cleura for lower egress costs at scale.
 STACKIT |  Cleura | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Sweden |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | €74.63/mo | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €11.91/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €77.52/mo 4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€110.36/mo | ~€232.56/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€146.09/mo | ~€465.12/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | €0.029/GB |
| S3 Storage | €0.006/GB | €0.020/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, ISO27017, ISO27018, C5, SOC2 | ISO27001 |
| 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: STACKIT as of May 2026, Cleura as of May 2026.
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