Euronodes vs UpCloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Euronodes is 7% cheaper than UpCloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€22 vs €24/mo)
Euronodes costs 7% less — a saving of ~€2/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. For outbound traffic, UpCloud is more cost-effective: unlimited egress vs paid. UpCloud offers a managed control plane; Euronodes requires self-managing the control plane, adding operational overhead but giving full configuration control. Choose Euronodes for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose UpCloud for lower egress costs at scale.
 Euronodes |  UpCloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | CY | Finland |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €3.72/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €8.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€22.32/mo | ~€24.00/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€33.48/mo | ~€48.00/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | Not available | €0.020/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001 | ISO27001 |
| 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: Euronodes as of Jul 2026, UpCloud as of Jun 2026.
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