IONOS vs Leafcloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
IONOS is 45% cheaper than Leafcloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€96 vs €177/mo)
IONOS costs 45% less — a saving of ~€80/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. Leafcloud charges €84.5/mo for the control plane, which IONOS provides at no cost. Leafcloud charges ~1.6× less for block storage per GB. Choose IONOS for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Leafcloud for Leafcloud's specific capabilities.
 IONOS |  Leafcloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Netherlands |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €84.5/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €32.12/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €30.68/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€96.36/mo | ~€176.54/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€192.72/mo | ~€268.58/mo |
| Egress | €0.050/GB | 0.1 TB free |
| S3 Storage | €0.015/GB | €0.024/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | ISO27001, SOC2 |
| 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: IONOS as of May 2026, Leafcloud as of May 2026.
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