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KeyCDN vs UpCloud: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of KeyCDN and UpCloud. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: UpCloud starts at $3/mo, making it $1/mo cheaper than KeyCDN ($4/mo). UpCloud offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

KeyCDN vs UpCloud: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureKeyCDNUpCloud
Starting Price$4/mo$3/mo
Number of Plans510
Free TierNoYes
Pricing Modelusage-basedusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

UpCloud is the more affordable option, starting at $3/mo compared to KeyCDN's $4/mo. Both are Hosting & Infra tools with 15 combined pricing plans and 38 features compared.

UpCloud stands out with a free plan for getting started.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Hosting & Infra needs.

Pricing Plans
Tier 1
Minimum Usage
$4/month
$48 / year
Includes
  • Minimum charge based on total account traffic volume
  • No request charges
  • 24/7 support
Start with Minimum Usage
Managed Kubernetes Development
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Up to 30 data plane nodes
Start with Managed Kubernetes Development
Tier 2
North America/Europe
$20/month
$240 / year
Includes
  • First 10 TB: $0.04/GB
  • Next 40 TB: $0.03/GB
  • Next 50 TB: $0.02/GB
  • Over 100 TB: $0.01/GB
Start with North America/Europe
Managed Load Balancer Essentials
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 1 node
  • 1000 sessions per node
Start with Managed Load Balancer Essentials
Tier 3
Asia/Oceania
Custom pricing
Includes
  • First 10 TB: $0.08/GB
  • Next 40 TB: $0.06/GB
  • Next 50 TB: $0.04/GB
  • Over 100 TB: $0.02/GB
Start with Asia/Oceania
NAT and VPN Essentials
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • NAT + VPN
  • 1 VPN tunnel
  • 100 Mbit/s bandwidth
Start with NAT and VPN Essentials
Tier 4
Africa/Latin America
Custom pricing
Includes
  • First 10 TB: $0.10/GB
  • Next 40 TB: $0.08/GB
  • Next 50 TB: $0.06/GB
  • Over 100 TB: $0.04/GB
Start with Africa/Latin America
Developer Plan
$3/monthCheapest
$0 / year
Includes
  • 1 GB Memory
  • 1 CPU
  • 10 GB Storage
Start with Developer Plan
Tier 5
Contact Us
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Discounted volume pricing for over 100 TB
Start with Contact Us
Managed Databases (1 GB)
$8/monthCheapest
$1 / year
Includes
  • 1 GB Memory
  • 1 CPU
  • 10 GB Storage
Start with Managed Databases (1 GB)
Tier 6
File Storage (250 GB)
$38/monthCheapest
$3 / year
Includes
  • Managed NFS
  • Shared data access
Start with File Storage (250 GB)
Tier 7
Managed Object Storage (250 GB)
$5/monthCheapest
$0 / year
Includes
  • Automatic scaling
  • No data transfer fees
Start with Managed Object Storage (250 GB)
Tier 8
GPU Server (1 x NVIDIA L40S, 8 cores, 64 GB)
$747/monthCheapest
$62 / year
Includes
  • 8 CPU cores
  • 64 GB RAM
Start with GPU Server (1 x NVIDIA L40S, 8 cores, 64 GB)
Tier 9
High Memory Plans
$2490/monthCheapest
$208 / year
Includes
  • 64 CPU cores
  • 1920 GB Memory
Start with High Memory Plans
Tier 10
Private Cloud
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Exclusive infrastructure
  • 99.999% uptime SLA
Start with Private Cloud

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KeyCDN

Pay-as-you-go content delivery network

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UpCloud

European cloud hosting with high-performance servers

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Our Pick

UpCloud

UpCloud offers a free plan, starts at $1/mo lower ($3/mo vs $4/mo), offers 10 tiers vs 5.

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: UpCloud

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose KeyCDN if:

  • You prioritize KeyCDN's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • You want KeyCDN's approach to incremental feature unlocking across its 5 pricing tiers
  • You value KeyCDN's specific feature progression from free to advanced tier levels

Choose UpCloud if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—UpCloud starts at $3/mo, saving $1/mo compared to KeyCDN at $4/mo
  • You need a free plan with Up to 30 data plane nodes—UpCloud offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • You need 10 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—UpCloud offers 6 additional features across its plans

UpCloud is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $3/mo compared to KeyCDN's $4/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to UpCloud saving approximately $50/month. UpCloud offers 10 pricing tiers compared to KeyCDN's 5, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, UpCloud provides 22 total features versus 16 for KeyCDN, offering a richer feature set depending on your specific needs. For budget-conscious teams seeking predictable costs, UpCloud delivers superior value. KeyCDN may justify its premium for specialized needs, but most organizations will find UpCloud the smarter financial choice.

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Frequently Asked Questions: KeyCDN vs UpCloud

Which is cheaper, KeyCDN or UpCloud?
As of March 2026, UpCloud starts at a lower price point. KeyCDN starts at $4/mo while UpCloud starts at $3/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does KeyCDN have vs UpCloud?
KeyCDN offers 5 pricing plans, while UpCloud offers 10 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does KeyCDN or UpCloud offer a free plan?
UpCloud offers a free plan, while KeyCDN does not. If budget is a concern, UpCloud lets you get started at no cost.
Can I save money by paying annually for KeyCDN or UpCloud?
Both KeyCDN and UpCloud offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
Does KeyCDN or UpCloud offer custom enterprise pricing?
Yes, both KeyCDN and UpCloud offer custom enterprise pricing tiers with quote-based pricing. Contact each vendor for a tailored quote.
How do KeyCDN and UpCloud compare for Hosting & Infra?
Both KeyCDN and UpCloud are Hosting & Infra tools. KeyCDN offers 5 plans starting at $4/mo, while UpCloud offers 10 plans starting at $3/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Hosting & Infra needs.

Sources

  1. KeyCDN Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. UpCloud Official PricingVendor pricing page

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