Leafcloud vs ScaleUp Technologies: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Leafcloud is 14% cheaper than ScaleUp Technologies for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€177 vs €204/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 14% (€28/mo) in Leafcloud's favour. For outbound traffic, ScaleUp Technologies is more cost-effective: unlimited egress vs paid. Choose Leafcloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose ScaleUp Technologies for lower egress costs at scale.
| | | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Netherlands | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | €84.5/mo | €73/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €30.68/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €43.80/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€176.54/mo | ~€204.40/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€268.58/mo | ~€335.80/mo |
| Egress | 0.1 TB free | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.024/GB | €0.120/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, SOC2 | 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: Leafcloud as of May 2026, ScaleUp Technologies as of Jun 2026.
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