Contabo vs ScaleUp Technologies: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Contabo is 84% cheaper than ScaleUp Technologies for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€33 vs €204/mo)
Contabo costs 84% less — a saving of ~€171/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. On block storage, Contabo is the cheaper option at roughly 1/12 the price per GB. For outbound traffic, ScaleUp Technologies is more cost-effective: unlimited egress vs paid. Choose Contabo for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose ScaleUp Technologies for ScaleUp Technologies's specific capabilities.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- Contabo: Cloud VPS 4 (4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 100 GB disk) for €5.50/mo
- ScaleUp Technologies: m2.medium (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM) for €43.80/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
 Contabo | ScaleUp Technologies | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | €73/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €5.50/mo 4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM | €43.80/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€33.00/mo | ~€204.40/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€49.50/mo | ~€335.80/mo |
| Egress | 32 TB free | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.010/GB | €0.120/GB |
| Certifications | None listed | 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: Contabo as of Sept 2026, ScaleUp Technologies as of Jun 2026.
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