OVHcloud vs Exoscale: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
OVHcloud is 41% cheaper than Exoscale for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€53 vs €91/mo)
OVHcloud costs 41% less — a saving of ~€38/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. OVHcloud wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. On storage throughput, Exoscale leads by ~2×, a meaningful gap for stateful Kubernetes workloads. Choose OVHcloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Exoscale for lower egress costs at scale.
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 OVHcloud |  Exoscale | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | France | Switzerland |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €17.81/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €17.03/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€53.43/mo | ~€91.24/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€106.86/mo | ~€142.33/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | €0.020/GB |
| S3 Storage | €0.008/GB | €0.020/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, HDS | ISO27001, FINMA |
| 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: OVHcloud as of May 2026, Exoscale as of May 2026.
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