Gcore vs Thalassa Cloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Gcore is 43% cheaper than Thalassa Cloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€37 vs €65/mo)
Gcore costs 43% less — a saving of ~€28/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. For outbound traffic, Gcore is more cost-effective: unlimited egress vs paid. Gcore provides a free control plane; Thalassa Cloud charges €19.5/mo for the managed control plane. Choose Gcore for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Thalassa Cloud for lower egress costs at scale.
 Gcore |  Thalassa Cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Luxembourg | Netherlands |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €19.5/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €12.32/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €15.11/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€36.96/mo | ~€64.83/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€73.92/mo | ~€110.16/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Contact |
| S3 Storage | €0.040/GB | €0.050/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, SOC2, PCI-DSS | 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: Gcore as of May 2026, Thalassa Cloud as of May 2026.
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