Leafcloud vs metalstack.cloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Leafcloud is 90% cheaper than metalstack.cloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€177 vs €1836/mo)
Leafcloud costs 90% less — a saving of ~€1659/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. metalstack.cloud wins on network egress — unlimited egress vs paid. Leafcloud charges €216/mo for the control plane, which metalstack.cloud provides at no cost. Choose Leafcloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose metalstack.cloud for lower egress costs at scale.
 Leafcloud |  metalstack.cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Netherlands | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | €84.5/mo | €216/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €30.68/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €540.00/mo 16 vCPU, 32 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€176.54/mo | ~€1836.00/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€268.58/mo | ~€3456.00/mo |
| Egress | 0.1 TB free | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.024/GB | €0.976/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, SOC2 | 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: Leafcloud as of May 2026, metalstack.cloud as of Jun 2026.
Calculate Your Exact Cost
Configure your exact cluster specs and see real-time pricing across 33+ European providers.
Open Calculator