netcup vs Nebius: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
netcup is 84% cheaper than Nebius for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€16 vs €100/mo)
At the cluster level, netcup runs 84% cheaper, roughly €84/mo less than its competitor. On block storage, netcup is the cheaper option at roughly 1/4.1 the price per GB. Control plane management differs: Nebius is fully managed; netcup is self-operated. Choose netcup for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Nebius for Nebius's specific capabilities.
 netcup |  Nebius | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Netherlands |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €2.59/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €33.29/mo 2 vCPU, 8 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€15.54/mo | ~€99.87/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€23.31/mo | ~€199.74/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | Not available | €0.013/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | ISO27001, SOC2 |
| 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: netcup as of Jun 2026, Nebius as of May 2026.
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