OVHcloud vs STACKIT: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
OVHcloud is 58% cheaper than STACKIT for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€45 vs €107/mo)
At the cluster level, OVHcloud runs 58% cheaper, roughly €62/mo less than its competitor. STACKIT delivers ~13× the storage IOPS, which matters for write-heavy workloads like etcd or database operators. STACKIT charges €74.63/mo for the control plane, which OVHcloud provides at no cost. Choose OVHcloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose STACKIT for IOPS-intensive stateful applications.
IOPS figures from the providers' documentation: OVHcloud, STACKIT.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- OVHcloud: D2-4 (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 50 GB disk) for €15.04/mo
- STACKIT: C2I.2 (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM) for €31.17/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
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- OVHcloud Kubernetes Review: Europe's Quiet Powerhouse — hands-on review with benchmarks, Mar 2026
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 OVHcloud |  STACKIT | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | France | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €74.63/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €15.04/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €11.91/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€45.12/mo | ~€107.44/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€90.24/mo | ~€143.17/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.008/GB | €0.006/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, HDS | ISO27001, ISO27017, ISO27018, C5, 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: OVHcloud as of Aug 2026, STACKIT as of Sept 2026.
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