OVHcloud vs IONOS: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
OVHcloud is 53% cheaper than IONOS for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€45 vs €96/mo)
OVHcloud costs 53% less — a saving of ~€51/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. On storage throughput, IONOS leads by ~15×, a meaningful gap for stateful Kubernetes workloads. For outbound traffic, OVHcloud is more cost-effective: unlimited egress vs paid. Choose OVHcloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose IONOS for IOPS-intensive stateful applications.
IOPS figures from the providers' documentation: OVHcloud, IONOS.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- OVHcloud: D2-4 (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 50 GB disk) for €15.04/mo
- IONOS: vCPU 2C-4G (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM) for €32.12/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
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- OVHcloud Kubernetes Review: Europe's Quiet Powerhouse — hands-on review with benchmarks, Mar 2026
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 OVHcloud |  IONOS | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | France | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €15.04/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €32.12/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€45.12/mo | ~€96.36/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€90.24/mo | ~€192.72/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | €0.050/GB |
| S3 Storage | €0.008/GB | €0.015/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, HDS | 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: OVHcloud as of Aug 2026, IONOS as of May 2026.
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