OVHcloud vs Contabo: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Contabo is 27% cheaper than OVHcloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€33 vs €45/mo)
At the cluster level, Contabo runs 27% cheaper, roughly €12/mo less than its competitor. Block storage costs ~4.8× less on Contabo. OVHcloud wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Choose Contabo for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose OVHcloud for OVHcloud's specific capabilities.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- OVHcloud: D2-4 (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 50 GB disk) for €15.04/mo
- Contabo: Cloud VPS 4 (4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 100 GB disk) for €5.50/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
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- OVHcloud Kubernetes Review: Europe's Quiet Powerhouse — hands-on review with benchmarks, Mar 2026
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 OVHcloud |  Contabo | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | France | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | No (DIY) |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Self-managed |
| Cheapest Node | €15.04/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €5.50/mo 4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€45.12/mo | ~€33.00/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€90.24/mo | ~€49.50/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | 32 TB free |
| S3 Storage | €0.008/GB | €0.010/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, HDS | 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: OVHcloud as of Aug 2026, Contabo as of Sept 2026.
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