netcup vs ScaleUp Technologies: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
netcup is 92% cheaper than ScaleUp Technologies for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€16 vs €204/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 92% (€189/mo) in netcup's favour. netcup charges ~10× less for block storage per GB. ScaleUp Technologies offers a managed control plane; netcup requires self-managing the control plane, adding operational overhead but giving full configuration control. Choose netcup for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose ScaleUp Technologies for ScaleUp Technologies's specific capabilities.
 netcup | ScaleUp Technologies | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | €73/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €2.59/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €43.80/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€15.54/mo | ~€204.40/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€23.31/mo | ~€335.80/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | Not available | €0.120/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | 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: netcup as of Jun 2026, ScaleUp Technologies as of Jun 2026.
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