Leafcloud vs Hikube: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Leafcloud is 8% cheaper than Hikube for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€177 vs €192/mo)
At the cluster level, Leafcloud runs 8% cheaper, roughly €16/mo less than its competitor. Hikube wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Hikube provides a free control plane; Leafcloud charges €84.5/mo for the managed control plane. Choose Leafcloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Hikube for lower egress costs at scale.
 Leafcloud |  Hikube | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Netherlands | Switzerland |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | €84.5/mo | €34.98/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €30.68/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €52.48/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€176.54/mo | ~€192.42/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€268.58/mo | ~€349.86/mo |
| Egress | 0.1 TB free | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.024/GB | €0.022/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, SOC2 | ISO27001, Swiss Hosting, 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: Leafcloud as of May 2026, Hikube as of Aug 2026.
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