UpCloud vs Nebius: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
UpCloud is 16% cheaper than Nebius for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€84 vs €100/mo)
At the cluster level, UpCloud runs 16% cheaper, roughly €16/mo less than its competitor. Choose UpCloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Nebius for Nebius's specific capabilities.
 UpCloud |  Nebius | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Finland | Netherlands |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €28.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €33.29/mo 2 vCPU, 8 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€84.00/mo | ~€99.87/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€168.00/mo | ~€199.74/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.020/GB | €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: UpCloud as of Jan 2026, Nebius as of May 2026.
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