OVHcloud vs IONOS: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
OVHcloud is 45% cheaper than IONOS for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€53 vs €96/mo)
OVHcloud costs 45% less — a saving of ~€43/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.
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 OVHcloud |  IONOS | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | France | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €17.81/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €32.12/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€53.43/mo | ~€96.36/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€106.86/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 May 2026, IONOS as of May 2026.
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