UpCloud vs gridscale: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
UpCloud is 83% cheaper than gridscale for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€24 vs €138/mo)
At the cluster level, UpCloud runs 83% cheaper, roughly €114/mo less than its competitor. Egress is cheaper with UpCloud: unlimited egress vs paid. Choose UpCloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose gridscale for lower egress costs at scale.
 UpCloud |  gridscale | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Finland | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €8.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €46.14/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€24.00/mo | ~€138.42/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€48.00/mo | ~€276.84/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | 20 TB free |
| S3 Storage | €0.020/GB | €0.060/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | 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: UpCloud as of Jun 2026, gridscale as of Jun 2026.
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