Fully Managed
Your developers work on the product – ayedo handles updates, monitoring, and incident response.
Managed Kubernetes
hosting from Germany
We operate your Kubernetes clusters from Germany – control plane, add-ons, monitoring, and backups included. You build the product; ayedo takes over the operations lifecycle – certified, with contractually defined availability and support according to the booked package.
Made in Germany
ISO 27001
ISO 9001
DSGVO-konform
DORA Compliant
24/7 Support
Operations that free your developers
Predictable operating costs instead of an in-house ops team: we take over the control plane, add-ons, and day-2 work – so your developers focus on the product and time-to-market is not blocked by building infrastructure.
Always Up-to-Date
Benefit from the latest Kubernetes versions on a regular basis.
Flexible Maintenance Windows
Kubernetes upgrades are scheduled in line with your compliance policies.
Certified Security
We work to modern security standards and are certified according to ISO 27001 and ISO 9001.
Deeply Integrated
Your cluster works out of the box with standard Kubernetes tooling – no additional configuration required.
Scalable
Your cluster adapts on demand to your scaling requirements at any time.
24/7 Monitored
Metrics, logs, and traces give you a complete view of your applications at all times.
Disaster-Ready
Encrypted backups with retention policies and storage targets of your choice keep your data safe.
Truly Sovereign
You retain full control over hosting location and data sovereignty – without compromise.
Pricing
Transparent pricing for Managed Kubernetes: ayedo provides the control plane and operations, while worker infrastructure depends on the model you choose.
ayedo Cloud
ayedo Cloud · Multi-Tenant
From €49.95/month for the managed service
Plus infrastructure (worker nodes)
Certified ayedo Kubernetes distribution
Control plane & add-ons included
Endpoint monitoring included
Available in all ayedo Cloud regions
Dedicated
Dedicated cluster · Single-tenant
From €74.95/month/cluster node
Dedicated cluster operated by ayedo
Isolated control plane and workers
Flexible maintenance windows & custom SLAs
Integration with dedicated platform services
EU infrastructure & data sovereignty
BYOC / On-Premises
On your infrastructure
Bring your own cloud or on-premises
Your cloud accounts or your data center
Support for air-gapped environments
Enterprise support
Prepared for your compliance requirements
Custom SLAs
Cloud, edge, and on-premises
Your Managed Kubernetes clusters run on the ayedo Compute Cloud – with European and international providers as well as in your own data center, with the same operating standards everywhere.
Production-ready Kubernetes foundation
Our certified Kubernetes foundation forms a unified platform for SaaS, demos, tenants, and releases – in the cloud or on-premises. Cluster operations, Cilium, CSI, load balancer, ingress, WAF, backups, and monitoring are included. Technical details in the ayedo Kubernetes Distribution documentation.
HA Control Plane
A highly available control plane, running either on dedicated hardware or in Kubernetes.
CNI
Cilium provides maximum security and transparency across your cluster network.
CSI
Benefit from highly available, NVMe-based volumes for your workloads.
L4/L7 Load Balancer
Geo-redundant load balancing distributes traffic reliably across your app endpoints.
Ingress
An ingress controller optimized for security and performance, with an optional WAF, protects your applications.
Logs & Metrics
Automatically instrumented observability delivers logs and metrics for all your workloads.
Auto-TLS
Automated TLS certificates secure your app endpoints without manual effort.
Flexibly Scalable
Scale the size and number of your worker nodes flexibly according to your needs.
Multi Region
Numerous availability zones across Europe ensure maximum availability for your applications.
Run applications for you
Choose applications from the catalog or your Git repository – we operate them in your Managed Kubernetes clusters.
APM-Stack
Bundle
New
Application Performance Monitoring for your platform
The APM-Stack by ayedo combines Grafana for visualization, VictoriaMetrics for high-performance, scalable metrics storage, and VictoriaLogs as a log-based backend. This combination enables a lightweight, Kubernetes-native observability system for metrics and logs with high efficiency, low latency, and excellent resource consumption. The stack is ideal for companies that require performance, stability, and transparency in complex, distributed architectures—without the complexity of traditional APM suites.
1499.80 € from 699.95 € /month
3 apps included
ArgoCD
Bundle
Continuous Deployments for Kubernetes
Argo CD is a declarative Continuous Delivery (CD) tool for Kubernetes. You can use it as a standalone tool or as part of your CI/CD workflow to provide the necessary resources to your clusters.
449.90 € from 249.95 € /month
1 apps included
Authentik
Bundle
The Identity Platform
Authentik is an open-source identity and access management solution designed to manage user authentication and authorization for applications. It supports features such as SSO (Single Sign-On), multi-factor authentication, and integration with various identity providers to secure access to web-based applications and APIs.
699.85 € from 349.95 € /month
2 apps included
CEPH
Distributed Storage for Kubernetes
CEPH is a distributed storage system designed to provide a highly scalable and fault-tolerant storage solution. It enables data storage across a variety of servers, ensuring that the data is highly available and redundant.
from 2499.95 € /month
Cert-Manager
Cloud-native certificate management
cert-manager issues TLS certificates for workloads in your Kubernetes or OpenShift cluster and renews the certificates before they expire. cert-manager can obtain certificates from a variety of Certificate Authorities, including: Let's Encrypt, HashiCorp Vault, Venafi, and private PKI.
Available free of charge
Cilium
eBPF-based, cloud-native networking
Cilium is an open-source, cloud-native solution for deploying, securing, and monitoring network connectivity between workloads, based on the revolutionary kernel technology eBPF.
Available free of charge
GitLab
Bundle
The DevOps Platform
GitLab is a web-based Git repository that offers free public and private repositories, issue tracking features, and wikis. It is a complete DevOps platform that enables professionals to perform all tasks within a project—from project planning and source code management to monitoring and security.
699.85 € from 349.95 € /month
2 apps included
Grafana
Bundle
The monitoring platform
Grafana is a cross-platform open-source application for visualizing data from various data sources such as InfluxDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Prometheus, and Graphite. The collected raw data can then be displayed in various formats.
699.85 € from 299.95 € /month
2 apps included
Harbor
Bundle
The Container Registry for Kubernetes
Harbor is an open-source registry that secures artifacts with policies and role-based access control, ensures that images are scanned and free of vulnerabilities, and marks images as trusted. Harbor, a CNCF Graduate project, provides compliance, performance, and interoperability to help you consistently and securely manage artifacts across cloud-native compute platforms like Kubernetes and Docker.
699.85 € from 349.95 € /month
2 apps included
Keycloak
Bundle
The open-source enterprise SSO platform
Keycloak is an open-source identity and access management solution that provides single sign-on, user management, and support for protocols such as OAuth2 and OpenID Connect. It enables organizations to manage authentication and authorization centrally and to adapt flexibly to specific requirements through extensions and customizations. Keycloak helps developers simplify and centrally manage authentication and authorization in their applications. It also offers features such as social login, two-factor authentication, and user self-management.
499.90 € from 349.95 € /month
1 apps included
Kyverno
Policy management for Kubernetes
Kyverno helps Kubernetes users adhere to best practices and compliance requirements while simultaneously enhancing the security and stability of their cluster environments. As an open-source tool, Kyverno provides a cost-effective solution for enforcing policies that improve the security and efficiency of Kubernetes deployments.
Available free of charge
Longhorn
Hyperconverged Block Storage for Kubernetes
Discover the next level of data management in your Kubernetes environment with Longhorn and experience a new dimension of data storage. As an open-source solution, Longhorn is not only powerful but also cost-effective – ideal for companies leveraging Kubernetes.
Available free of charge
MongoDB
The Document Database
MongoDB is an open-source, cross-platform, document-oriented database program. It is classified as a NoSQL database product and uses JSON-like documents with optional schemas. MongoDB is developed by MongoDB Inc. and current versions are licensed under the Server Side Public License (SSPL).
from 249.95 € /month
nginx
The Kubernetes Ingress Controller
NGINX is a high-performance open-source web server and reverse proxy optimized for scalability, security, and efficiency.
Available free of charge
OpenBao
New
Secret management for Kubernetes
OpenBao Vault is an identity-based system for managing secrets and encryption. A secret is anything you want to strictly control access to, such as API encryption keys, passwords, and certificates.
from 499.95 € /month
PostgreSQL
The most popular database for microservices
PostgreSQL is an advanced, enterprise-class relational database system and an open-source solution. PostgreSQL supports both SQL (relational) and JSON (non-relational) queries, along with numerous add-ons like PostGIS and Citus.
from 149.95 € /month
Redis
The most popular in-memory KV store
Redis is an open-source in-memory data structure store that can be used as a database, caching system, message broker, and queue engine. It supports data structures such as strings, hashes, lists, sets, sorted sets with range queries, bitmaps, HyperLogLogs, and geospatial indexes with radius queries. Redis is known for its high performance, as it stores data in memory, enabling ultra-fast read and write access.
from 199.95 € /month
Velero
Cloud-native backups for Kubernetes
Velero (formerly Heptio Ark) provides you with tools to back up and restore your Kubernetes cluster resources and persistent volumes. You can run Velero on a public cloud platform or on-premises. With Velero, you can create backups of your cluster and restore them in case of loss, migrate cluster resources to other clusters, and replicate your production cluster to development and test clusters.
Available free of charge
VictoriaLogs
The scalable alternative to Elasticsearch and Loki
VictoriaLogs is a user-friendly open-source log database for VictoriaMetrics. It can accept logs from common log collectors.
from 249.95 € /month
VictoriaMetrics
The Prometheus Alternative
VictoriaMetrics is a fast, cost-effective, and scalable monitoring solution and time series database, typically used for processing large volumes of data and long-term storage. It scales perfectly with the number of CPU cores, RAM, and available storage.
from 249.95 € /month
Zammad
Bundle
Multi-Channel Ticketing for Digital Teams
Zammad is an open-source helpdesk and support ticket system that helps companies efficiently manage customer inquiries. It offers features such as email integration, social media support, phone integration, and a web-based interface to optimize the entire support process.
649.85 € from 299.95 € /month
3 apps included
Managed Kubernetes from the Expert
Companies integrating Kubernetes into their tech stack typically have three options: self-management, a standardized offering, or operations by an experienced service provider. Managed Kubernetes at ayedo combines individual fit with certified operating standards – predictable costs, fast onboarding, and a team that owns the operations lifecycle.
Self-Managed
You are responsible
A choice of more than 50 Kubernetes distributions
More than 1200 cloud-native products to evaluate
More than 50,000 questions and discussions to navigate
ayedo-Managed
We are responsible
Certified Kubernetes
State of the art
Numerous integrated add-ons
Performance-optimized
European infrastructure
24x7 Expert Support
Individually tailored to you
100% transparent costs
Cloud-Managed
You are responsible
A limited selection of European providers
Usage-based billing makes cost planning difficult
Resource utilization requires optimization on your side
Compliance & regulatorische Anforderungen
Die ayedo Software Delivery Platform erfüllt die Anforderungen aktueller EU-Verordnungen. Von GDPR über NIS-2 bis DORA – designed für regulierte Branchen und kritische Infrastrukturen.
GDPR-konforme Datenverarbeitung
Privacy by Design & Default.
EU-Datenhaltung (Deutschland), Customer-Managed Keys (BYOK/BYOHSM), Verschlüsselung at rest/in transit. ISO 27001-zertifiziertes Datenschutz-Management. Mehr zur GDPR.
NIS-2-konformer Betrieb
Resilienz für kritische Infrastrukturen.
24/7 Monitoring, Incident-Response, BCP/DR-Prozesse, Supply-Chain-Transparenz (SBOM). Mehr zu NIS-2.
DORA-ready für Finanzinstitute
IKT-Resilienz nach Maß.
IKT-Risikomanagement, dokumentierte Exit-Strategien, Drittpartei-Risiko-Management, TLPT-Readiness. Mehr zu DORA.
CRA-konforme Software Supply Chain
Security by Design über den gesamten Lifecycle.
SBOM-Generation, CVE-Scanning, signierte Container-Images, GitOps-basierte Audit-Trails. Mehr zum CRA.
Cloud Sovereignty Framework
Digitale Souveränität messbar gemacht.
EU-basierte Operations, offene Standards, Exit-Fähigkeit ohne Lock-in. Mehr zum Framework.
Data Act-konforme Portabilität
Switching ohne Hürden.
Offene APIs, standardisierte Formate, vollständige Exit-Runbooks. Mehr zum Data Act.
Integrierte Compliance-Roadmap
Ganzheitlicher Ansatz.
Wie ayedo GDPR, NIS-2, DORA, CRA, Data Act und ISO 27001/9001 systematisch adressiert. Zur Übersicht.
Use cases for ayedo Kubernetes clusters
Typical scenarios for Managed Kubernetes – each with a dedicated use-case page. See all examples under Use Cases.
Video Processing
Scalable, highly available operations for streaming, meeting software, and P2P workloads with peak load.
SaaS Apps
Highly available SaaS operations with CI/CD, staging, and automated backup and restore processes.
Machine Learning
Event streaming, model training, and managed apps for productive AI workloads on Kubernetes.
eCommerce
Highly available shops, structured plugin development, and productivity apps under managed operations.
Preview Environments
Automatic preview environments per pull request – with GitLab pipelines and Argo CD.
Demo Environments
Spin up isolated demo environments in seconds and stop them again automatically when needed.
Business Tools
Highly available everyday applications such as password managers or identity – always kept up to date.
Data Engineering
Efficiently compute, process, and store ETL, BI, and large data volumes.
Monitoring
Scalable application performance monitoring based on VictoriaMetrics and Grafana.
Internal Developer Platform
Best-of-breed tooling for modern software development – integrated and operated by ayedo.
Edge Compute
Edge workers for IoT, Industry 4.0, and hybrid cloud – controlled via GitOps.
Multi-Tenant App Hosting
Run customer environments with tenant isolation, scalability, and high availability.
Kubernetes Support
You operate the cluster yourself and need contractually guaranteed expert support – for compliance, customer contracts, or 24/7 reachability.
| Premium | Priority | |
|---|---|---|
| Regular support hours | Mo – Fr 09 – 17 Uhr |
Mo – Fr 09 – 17 Uhr |
| Incident hotline | – | Mo – So 00 – 24 Uhr |
| Support channels | ||
| Guaranteed response time | 2 hours during business hours |
Incidents: 2 hours, 24/7 Requests: 2 hours during business hours |
| Standard hourly rate for billed effort |
149,95 € /hour 199,95 € off-hours |
149,95 € /hour 199,95 € off-hours |
| Base price Availability and response time |
499,95 € /month 1 cluster included |
2.495,95 € /month 1 cluster included. Extra cluster 499.95 € / month |
Binding support terms are in the service annex.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about Managed Kubernetes hosting – from costs and operating models to migration.
What is Managed Kubernetes at ayedo?
We operate your Kubernetes cluster in Germany or the EU and own the control plane, upgrades, CNI (Cilium), ingress, storage, backups, and monitoring. You deploy workloads with Helm or GitOps – or use our App Hosting, where we also take over full application operations.
What does Managed Kubernetes cost?
A shared cluster starts at about €49.95/month; a dedicated region at about €299.95/month – depending on resources and SLA. You get transparent, predictable pricing without usage-based swings.
What sets ayedo Managed Kubernetes apart?
ayedo offers hosting in Germany and the EU, German-speaking support, and full sovereignty over your data and operating location. More background in our overview Hyperscalers vs. sovereign cloud.
How does Managed Kubernetes differ from self-managed?
With self-managed operations your team owns etcd, upgrades, and on-call duty – capacity that is then unavailable for product work. With Managed Kubernetes, ayedo takes those tasks. Details in the comparison.
When is Kubernetes worth it compared to classic VPS hosting?
A VPS is enough for small applications; Kubernetes pays off once you run SaaS applications, demo environments, or a high degree of automation. More in Kubernetes vs. VPS and vs. classic hosting.
Which Kubernetes version and add-ons are included?
You get current, CNCF-conformant Kubernetes versions with Cilium, CSI, cert-manager, backup integration, and other production-proven components – aligned with App Hosting and Observability.
Can I migrate existing clusters?
Yes. Exporting your manifests and Helm charts, data migration, and the cutover are planned and executed with you as a project.
You build it. We run it.
Excellent performance and maximum uptime - that's what we wake up for. And sometimes even in the middle of the night.
100+ clusters
under Management
We operate more than 100 Kubernetes clusters in production for our customers.
300+ databases
under Management
We operate, monitor, and protect more than 300 production databases.
1 Petabyte Object-Storage
under Management
We operate one petabyte of object storage for backups, artifacts, and application data.
100 million timeseries
on average
Our monitoring systems ingest 4 million datapoints per second.
38.000+ Logs
per second
Our collectors capture logs continuously and store them GDPR-compliant — over 100 billion entries per month.
5.000+ Backups
per day
We write more than 5,000 backups every day to encrypted long-term storage — about 150 terabytes of backup volume per month.
270 million end users
per month
More than 9 million end users use software we operate every day, on the internet or on-premises.
99,99% Uptime
annual average
Our managed services are unavailable for less than one hour per year on average.
MTTD < 5 minutes
on average
Our alerting typically detects faults and outages within a few minutes.