OVHcloud vs Verda: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
OVHcloud is 76% cheaper than Verda for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€45 vs €188/mo)
The 3-node cost gap is 76% (€143/mo) in OVHcloud's favour. Verda delivers ~33× the storage IOPS, which matters for write-heavy workloads like etcd or database operators. Egress is cheaper with OVHcloud: unlimited egress vs paid. Choose OVHcloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose Verda for IOPS-intensive stateful applications.
IOPS figures from the providers' documentation: OVHcloud, Verda.
Cheapest server with 2 vCPU / 4 GB
- OVHcloud: D2-4 (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 50 GB disk) for €15.04/mo
- Verda: CPU-TURIN.4V.16G (4 vCPU, 16 GB RAM) for €31.36/mo
Monthly list prices excl. VAT. More sizes in the instance finder.
We tested it
- OVHcloud Kubernetes Review: Europe's Quiet Powerhouse — hands-on review with benchmarks, Mar 2026
 OVHcloud |  Verda | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | France | Finland |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | No (DIY) |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | Self-managed |
| Cheapest Node | €15.04/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM | €31.36/mo 4 vCPU, 16 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€45.12/mo | ~€188.16/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€90.24/mo | ~€282.24/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Contact |
| S3 Storage | €0.008/GB | €0.070/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, HDS | ISO27001, ISO27017, ISO27018, ISO27701, 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, Verda as of Nov 2026.
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