STACKIT vs ScaleUp Technologies: Kubernetes Cost Comparison (2026)
STACKIT is 46% cheaper than ScaleUp Technologies for a 3-node Kubernetes cluster (€110 vs €204/mo)
At the cluster level, STACKIT runs 46% cheaper, roughly €94/mo less than its competitor. Block storage costs ~2.4× less on STACKIT. STACKIT charges €74.63/mo for the control plane, which ScaleUp Technologies provides at no cost. Choose STACKIT for cost-efficient Kubernetes on a budget; choose ScaleUp Technologies for ScaleUp Technologies's specific capabilities.
 STACKIT | ScaleUp Technologies | |
|---|---|---|
| HQ / Country | Germany | Germany |
| Managed Kubernetes | Yes | Yes |
| Control Plane Cost | €74.63/mo | €73/mo |
| Cheapest Node | €11.91/mo 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM | €43.80/mo 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM |
| 3-Node Cluster* | ~€110.36/mo | ~€204.40/mo |
| 6-Node HA Cluster* | ~€146.09/mo | ~€335.80/mo |
| Egress | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| S3 Storage | €0.006/GB | €0.120/GB |
| Certifications | ISO27001, ISO27017, ISO27018, C5, SOC2 | 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: STACKIT as of May 2026, ScaleUp Technologies as of Jun 2026.
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