UpCloud vs Elastx: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
UpCloud is 96% cheaper than Elastx for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€24 vs €574/mo)
UpCloud costs 96% less — a saving of ~€550/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. Egress is cheaper with UpCloud: unlimited egress vs paid. UpCloud provides a free control plane; Elastx charges €446.35/mo for the managed control plane. Choose UpCloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Elastx for lower egress costs at scale.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- UpCloud: Starter 2xCPU-4GB (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 30 GB disk) for €12.00/mo
- Elastx: v2-c2-m4-d60 (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 60 GB disk) for €57.75/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
 UpCloud |  Elastx | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Finland | Sweden |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €446.35/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €8.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €42.60/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€24.00/mo | ~€574.15/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€48.00/mo | ~€701.95/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | €0.045/GB |
| S3 Storage | €0.020/GB | €0.050/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | ISO27001, ISO27017, ISO27018, ISO14001 |
| 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: UpCloud as of Oct 2026, Elastx as of Nov 2026.
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