ScaleUp Technologies vs Hikube: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Hikube is 6% cheaper than ScaleUp Technologies for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€192 vs €204/mo)
Hikube costs 6% less — a saving of ~€12/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. At 6 nodes, ScaleUp Technologies actually becomes cheaper — worth considering if you plan to scale to HA. Control plane costs differ: Hikube includes it free; ScaleUp Technologies adds €73/mo. Block storage costs ~1.6× less on ScaleUp Technologies. Choose Hikube for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose ScaleUp Technologies for ScaleUp Technologies's specific capabilities.
 ScaleUp Technologies |  Hikube | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Switzerland |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | €73/mo | €34.98/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €43.80/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €52.48/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€204.40/mo | ~€192.42/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€335.80/mo | ~€349.86/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.120/GB | €0.022/GB |
| Certifications | None listed | 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: ScaleUp Technologies as of Jun 2026, Hikube as of Aug 2026.
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