Contabo vs Serverspace: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Contabo is 49% cheaper than Serverspace for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€33 vs €64/mo)
At the cluster level, Contabo runs 49% cheaper, roughly €31/mo less than its competitor. On block storage, Contabo is the cheaper option at roughly 1/10 the price per GB. Serverspace wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Choose Contabo for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Serverspace for Serverspace'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
- Serverspace: vStack 2vCPU 4GB (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 80 GB disk) for €18.93/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
 Contabo |  Serverspace | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Netherlands |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | €19/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €5.50/mo 4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM | €14.17/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€33.00/mo | ~€64.36/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€49.50/mo | ~€106.87/mo |
| Egress | 32 TB free | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.010/GB | €0.020/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, Serverspace as of May 2026.
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