IONOS vs Serverspace: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Serverspace is 33% cheaper than IONOS for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€64 vs €96/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 33% (€32/mo) in Serverspace's favour. For outbound traffic, Serverspace is more cost-effective: unlimited egress vs paid. IONOS provides a free control plane; Serverspace charges €19/mo for the managed control plane. Choose Serverspace for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose IONOS for lower egress costs at scale.
| | | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Netherlands |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €19/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €32.12/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €14.17/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€96.36/mo | ~€64.36/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€192.72/mo | ~€106.87/mo |
| Egress | €0.050/GB | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.015/GB | €0.020/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | None listed |
| 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, Serverspace as of May 2026.
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