OVHcloud vs metalstack.cloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
OVHcloud is 98% cheaper than metalstack.cloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€45 vs €1836/mo)
OVHcloud costs 98% less — a saving of ~€1791/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. OVHcloud provides a free control plane; metalstack.cloud charges €216/mo for the managed control plane. On block storage, OVHcloud is the cheaper option at roughly 1/3 the price per GB. Choose OVHcloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose metalstack.cloud for metalstack.cloud's specific capabilities.
 OVHcloud |  metalstack.cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | France | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €216/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €15.04/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €540.00/mo 16 vCPU, 32 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€45.12/mo | ~€1836.00/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€90.24/mo | ~€3456.00/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.008/GB | €0.976/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, metalstack.cloud as of Jun 2026.
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