OVHcloud vs Scaleway: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
Scaleway is 64% cheaper than OVHcloud for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€19 vs €53/mo)
At the cluster level, Scaleway runs 64% cheaper, roughly €34/mo less than its competitor. Scaleway delivers ~5× the storage IOPS, which matters for write-heavy workloads like etcd or database operators. On block storage, OVHcloud is the cheaper option at roughly 1/1.7 the price per GB. Choose Scaleway for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose OVHcloud for IOPS-intensive stateful applications.
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 OVHcloud | Scaleway | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | France | France |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Free |
| Cheapest Node | €17.81/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €6.34/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€53.43/mo | ~€19.02/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€106.86/mo | ~€38.04/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.008/GB | €0.010/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, HDS | ISO27001, HDS |
| 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 May 2026, Scaleway as of May 2026.
Who Should Use Which?
Both are strong French providers with free control planes, HDS certification, and unlimited egress. OVHcloud tends to have lower worker node prices and more EU datacenter locations. Scaleway offers higher storage IOPS and a developer-friendly API. Either is a solid choice for GDPR-compliant managed Kubernetes.
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