netcup vs GCP (GKE): Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
netcup is 92% cheaper than GCP (GKE) for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€13 vs €166/mo)
netcup costs 92% less — a saving of ~€153/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. netcup charges ~10.3× less for block storage per GB. Storage IOPS differ by ~4×, with GCP (GKE) ahead — relevant if your workload relies on persistent volumes. Choose netcup for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose GCP (GKE) for GCP (GKE)'s specific capabilities.
Moving off GCP (GKE) could save ~€153/mo on a 3-node cluster.
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 netcup |  GCP (GKE) | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | United States |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | €73/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €2.19/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €34.37/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€13.14/mo | ~€165.95/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€19.71/mo | ~€269.06/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | €0.103/GB |
| S3 Storage | Not available | €0.017/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | ISO27001, SOC2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS |
| CLOUD Act Exposure | No | Yes (US-owned) |
* Estimated using cheapest available node. DIY providers include 3 additional control plane nodes. Use the calculator for exact pricing with your specs.
Data freshness: netcup as of May 2026, GCP (GKE) as of May 2026.
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