netcup vs Thalassa Cloud: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
netcup is 80% cheaper than Thalassa Cloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€13 vs €65/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 80% (€52/mo) in netcup's favour. Block storage costs ~12.7× less on netcup. Egress is cheaper with netcup: unlimited egress vs paid. Choose netcup for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Thalassa Cloud for Thalassa Cloud's specific capabilities.
 netcup |  Thalassa Cloud | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Netherlands |
| Managed Kubernetes | No (DIY) | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Self-managed | €19.5/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €2.19/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €15.11/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€13.14/mo | ~€64.83/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€19.71/mo | ~€110.16/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Contact |
| S3 Storage | Not available | €0.050/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 May 2026, Thalassa Cloud as of May 2026.
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