UpCloud vs plusserver: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
UpCloud is 89% cheaper than plusserver for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€24 vs €217/mo)
UpCloud costs 89% less — a saving of ~€193/mo on a standard 3-node cluster. UpCloud provides a free control plane; plusserver charges €65.7/mo for the managed control plane. plusserver charges ~2.4× less for block storage per GB. Choose UpCloud for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose plusserver for plusserver's specific capabilities.
 UpCloud |  plusserver | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Finland | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | Free | €65.7/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €8.00/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €50.37/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€24.00/mo | ~€216.81/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€48.00/mo | ~€367.92/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.020/GB | €0.025/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001 | ISO27001, 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: UpCloud as of Jun 2026, plusserver as of Jun 2026.
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