IONOS vs enum: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
IONOS is 64% cheaper than enum for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€96 vs €264/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 64% (€168/mo) in IONOS's favour. On block storage, enum is the cheaper option at roughly 1/1.5 the price per GB. For outbound traffic, IONOS is more cost-effective: 2 TB free egress. Choose IONOS for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose enum for enum's specific capabilities.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- IONOS: vCPU 2C-4G (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM) for €32.12/mo
- enum: gp-2 (2 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 100 GB disk) for €88.04/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
 IONOS | enum | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €32.12/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €88.04/mo 2 vCPU, 8 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€96.36/mo | ~€264.12/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€192.72/mo | ~€528.24/mo |
| Egress | 2 TB free | €0.025/GB |
| S3 Storage | €0.007/GB | €0.020/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | 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: IONOS as of Oct 2026, enum as of Nov 2026.
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