Euronodes vs UpCloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
UpCloud is 12% cheaper than Euronodes for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€24 vs €27/mo)
UpCloud costs 12% less — a saving of ~€3/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. At 6 nodes, Euronodes actually becomes cheaper — worth considering if you plan to scale to HA. 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 UpCloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Euronodes for lower egress costs at scale.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- Euronodes: 2 vCore / 4GB (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 100 GB disk) for €4.54/mo
- UpCloud: Starter 2xCPU-4GB (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 30 GB disk) for €12.00/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
 Euronodes |  UpCloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | CY | Finland |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €4.54/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €8.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€27.24/mo | ~€24.00/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€40.86/mo | ~€48.00/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.004/GB | €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 Sept 2026, UpCloud as of Jun 2026.
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