--- title: "Kubernetes Cloud" description: "Managed Kubernetes Cloud Your own dedicated Kubernetes Cluster Find out more Sign up Overview Managed Kubernetes Cloud at Safe Swiss Cloud Our Kubernetes Cloud provides a fully managed, high performance…" date: 2023-01-12 modified: 2026-05-20 author: "Safe Swiss Cloud" url: "https://safeswisscloud.com/en/cloud-computing/kubernetes-openshift-docker-cloud/" language: "en-US" --- # Kubernetes Cloud # Managed Kubernetes Cloud Your own dedicated Kubernetes Cluster [Find out more](#appointment) [Sign up](https://safeswisscloud.com/en/sign-up/?service=kubernetes-cloud) ![](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/kubernetes-cloud-transparent.png?resize=1024%2C648&ssl=1) - [Overview](#overview) - [Service Description](#h-service-description) - [Customers & Use Cases](#customers-use-cases) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Cloud Briefing](#briefing) - [FAQ](#faq) ![](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/data-center.jpg?resize=1200%2C773&ssl=1)## Overview --- ### Managed Kubernetes Cloud at Safe Swiss Cloud Our Kubernetes Cloud provides a fully managed, high performance and scalable, dedicated Kubernetes cluster based on the OKD Kubernetes distribution (the open source version of Openshift). It consists of a “cluster management” component and one or more worker nodes. Customers can scale up their Kubernetes cluster by adding as many worker nodes as needed. **Safe Swiss Cloud is very familiar with the requirements of developers and provides DevOps services and support.** **Every Kubernetes cluster needs its own Kubernetes Managed Infrastructure (Control Plane) plus one or more worker nodes:** ### Kubernetes Management Infrastructure --- At Safe Swiss Cloud, the management cluster (control plane) is implemented as a **redundant** setup with: - 3 Master nodes - A persistent storage server with block storage - A deployer node #### Available Kubernetes Master Node Sizes CPURAM (GB)Local\* Storage (GB)4162008323501664500Standard sizes for Kubernetes master nodesSafe Swiss Cloud takes care of the **backups, maintenance and updates for the cluster**. Backups are made of the ETCD, persistent storage as well as projects, users and the deployment setup. Optional **DevOps services** are available, for customers who need additional help or resources for their software deployment automation. The master nodes and persistent storage server can be resized as and when needed. ### Kubernetes Worker Nodes --- Worker nodes provide the computing resources for applications and the number of worker nodes depends on the expected application computing load. #### Available Kubernetes Worker Node Sizes CPURAM (GB)Local\* Storage (GB)4162004242004322004482008163508243508323508483501632500164850016645001696500 \*Local storage is ephemeral and may not survive a reboot. Use Safe Swiss Cloud’s built-in Persistent Storage to make data persistent. ## Service Description --- ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/public-shared-cloud-e1619443112480.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **For Cloud Native Developers**: ideal for hosting software as a service (SaaS). Fully managed by Safe Swiss Cloud. ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/storage-categories.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **Persistent storage** with dynamic claims management as a standard. Runs on 100% redundant SSD block storage. ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/microservices.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **Micro-services**: use the advanced Openshift GUI, Kubernetes API or the command line (CLI) to manage your micro-services. ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/self-service-toolbox.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **Self-Service**: use the powerful Openshift GUI, Kubernetes APIs or the command line to manage your workloads. ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/24-7.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") [**7×24 Suppor**t](https://safeswisscloud.com/en/support-services/) from Safe Swiss Cloud engineers ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/dedicated-kubernetes-cluster-e1619443136666.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **Dedicated Resources**: The servers used for the cluster are exclusively dedicated to one customer. ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/ssd-storage-2.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **100% redundant, SSD block storage** for reliability and performance. This applies to persistent and local (ephemeral) storage. ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/flexibillity-scalability.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **DevOps & Support:** Safe Swiss Cloud offers these services for customers who need additional help or resources. ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/storage-e1583865767283.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **Fast SSD storage**: from 1000 to 5000 IOPS are available to suit diffrent performance requirements. ![Feature Icon](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/shield.png?w=1200&ssl=1 "Feature Icon") **European data sovereignty, privacy & compliance**: [learn more](https://safeswisscloud.com/en/swiss-secure-compliant/) ![](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/job-5382501_1920.jpg?resize=1200%2C722&ssl=1)## Customers & Use Cases --- ### Kubernetes Cloud: Customers --- Customers who are using Safe Swiss Cloud’s Kubernetes offering include: - Software companies - Health Care companies ### Kubernetes Cloud: Use Cases --- - Deploy cloud native applications - Deploy micro-services architectures - Block Chain applications - Continuous integration & delivery / DevOps - Secure deployment e.g. for banking applications - Web hosting - Online development environments ## Pricing ### Kubernetes Cloud Resources --- NameUnitsProduct IDMonthly Price CHF / EUR (“On Demand”)Monthly Price CHF / EUR (“1 year commit”)Monthly Price CHF / EUR (“3 year commit”)Kubernetes Redundant **Management Cluster** with 3 Master nodes (4CPU, 16GB RAM, 200GB local storage), 1 NFS node (for persistent storage), 1 deployer nodeNumber / month k3s.mgmt-\*-4-16-200660.-620.-540.-Kubernetes **Large** Redundant **Management Cluster** with 3 Master nodes (8CPU, 32GB RAM, 350GB local storage), 1 NFS node (for persistent storage), 1 deployer nodeNumber / monthk3s.mgmt-\*-8-32-3501050.-980.-830.-Kubernetes **Extra Large** Redundant **Management Cluster** including 3 Master nodes (16CPU, 64GB RAM, 500GB local storage), 1 NFS node (for persistent storage), 1 deployer nodeNumber / monthk3s.mgmt-\*-16-64-5002310.-2170.-1910.-**Worker Node 4-16-200**: 4 CPUs, 16 GB RAM and 200 GB local storageNumber / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-4-16-200192.-182.-162.-**Worker Node 4-24-200**: 4 CPUs, 24 GB RAM and 200 GB local storage (ephemeral)Number / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-4-24-200236.-222.-193.-**Worker Node 4-32-200**: 4 CPUs, 32 GB RAM and 200 GB local storage (ephemeral)Number / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-4-32-200280.-261.-223.-**Worker Node 4-48-200**: 4 CPUs, 48 GB RAM and 200 GB local storage (ephemeral)Number / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-4-48-200368.-341.-285.-**Worker Node 8-16-**350: 8 CPUs, 16 GB RAM and 350 GB local storageNumber / month k3s.wrkr-\*-8-16-350221.-210.-187.-**Worker Node 8-24-350**: 8 CPUs, 24 GB RAM and 350 GB local storageNumber / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-8-24-350265.-249.-217.-**Worker Node 8-32-350**: 8 CPUs, 32 GB RAM and 350 GB local storageNumber / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-8-32-350309.-289.-248.-**Worker Node 8-16-350**: 8 CPUs, 48 GB RAM and 350 GB local storageNumber / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-8-48-350397.-368.-310.-**Worker Nodes 16-32-500**: 16 CPUs, 32 GB RAM and 500 GB local storageNumber / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-16-32-500352.-329.-283.-**Worker Nodes 16-48-500**: 16 CPUs, 48 GB RAM and 500 GB local storageNumber / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-16-48-500440.-408.-344.-**Worker Nodes 16-64-500**: 16 CPUs, 64 GB RAM and 500 GB local storageNumber / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-16-64-500528.-488.-406.-**Worker Nodes 16-96-500**: 16 CPUs, 96 GB RAM and 500 GB local storageNumber / monthk3s.wrkr-\*-16-96-500704.-646.-529.-Clustered SSD **persistent storage** volumes: 3500 IOPSGB / monthk3s.ssd-pers-35000.10n.a.n.a.Clustered SSD **persistent storage** volumes: higher IOPSGB/monthk3s.ssd-pers-\*On requestDedicated IP AddressNumber / monthk2s.ded-pub-ip11.-n.a.n.a.<kubernetes Internet traffic: up to **5TB per month included** (fair usage policy applies)GB / monthk3s.Internet-allowance0.00n.a.n.a.Kubernetes Internet trafficGB / monthk3s.internet-traffic0.04n.a.n.aObject storage dual data center for backups, archival etc.GB / months2s.obj-stor0.05n.a.n.a.### Pricing for Support Services --- Use [Safe Swiss Cloud’s flexible support packages](https://safeswisscloud.com/en/support-services/) to complement your managed Kubernetes offering. It provides access to competent engineers who can help you navigate through the Kubernetes and OpenShift features, troubleshoot issues and answer your questions. #### Monthly Support Packages **Monthly Support Packages****Included Hours (per month)****Expiration of support hours****Price/month CHF/EUR****Contract Duration (months)****Billing****Product ID**Monthly Support 22Monthly2901Monthlypro2.support-2Monthly Support 55Monthly7251Monthlypro2.support-5Monthly Support 1010Monthly1’4001Monthlypro2.support-10Monthly Support 1515Monthly2’1001Monthlypro2.support-15Monthly support packages: support hours expire at the end of the month. Service can be cancelled at the end of each month.#### Annual Support Packages **Annual Support Packages****Included Hours (over 12 months)** **Expiration of support hours****Price/month** **CHF/EUR****Contract Duration (months)****Billing****Product ID**Annual Support 1010Yearly13012Monthlypro2.support-10-annualAnnual Support 2525Yearly33012Monthlypro2.support-25-annualAnnual Support 5050Yearly65012Monthlypro2.support-50-annualAnnual Support 100100Yearly1’25012Monthlypro2.support-100-annualAnnual Support 200200Yearly2’42012Monthlypro2.support-200-annualAnnual Support 300300Yearly3’50012Monthlypro2.support-300-annualAnnual support packages, paid monthly: the support hours are for a full year and expire after 12 months. ## Cloud Briefing --- ![](https://i0.wp.com/safeswisscloud.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/shutterstock_1350370946.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&ssl=1) Get your **free Kubernetes Cloud Briefing** to learn more about the advantages of docker containers in our Managed Kubernetes Cluster with Persistent Storage. [Request briefing](https://safeswisscloud.com/en/contact-us/?briefing=cloud-computing) ## FAQ ### Frequently Asked Questions --- Important questions and answers about our Kubernetes Cloud. [ What is Kubernetes? ](# "What is Kubernetes?") Kubernetes is an open-source platform for automating container-based applications. It was developed by Google and is now a part of the Cloud Native Computing Foundation. Kubernetes can be deployed on a variety of cloud computing platforms, including Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft Azure, and several others. The need for Kubernetes arises from the increasing use of containers in developing and deploying applications. [Containers](https://safeswisscloud.com/en/blog/what-is-a-container-and-what-is-a-container-image/) are an efficient and consistent way to deploy applications across different environments. Kubernetes makes it easier to manage containers and automate deployment processes. With Kubernetes, developers and IT teams can deploy applications quickly, efficiently, and reliably, regardless of the underlying infrastructure. Kubernetes can be used in various ways, including deploying applications in the cloud, scaling applications, managing container orchestration, load balancing, monitoring, and recovering applications. The benefits of Kubernetes in application development are numerous. It facilitates scaling of applications, allocation of resources, and automatic recovery of applications in case of failures. Kubernetes also offers a high degree of flexibility and portability, allowing applications to be deployed seamlessly across different infrastructures. Moreover, it can improve collaboration between developers and IT teams by providing standardized workflows and automated processes. Overall, [Kubernetes can help developers and IT teams develop and deploy faster](https://safeswisscloud.com/en/cloud-computing/kubernetes-openshift-docker-cloud/) and more efficient applications that seamlessly function in different environments. It is a powerful platform that enables automation of complex tasks and improves scalability of applications. [ Does Kubernetes Cloud Use Dedicated Computing Resources? ](# "Does Kubernetes Cloud Use Dedicated Computing Resources?") Yes. Safe Swiss Cloud’s Kubernetes offering is based on dedicated computing resources for each cluster. These resources are not shared with any other customers. This means the best possible performance and the ability to configure the cluster based on your requirements. Since you are the only one using it, you can for example choose exactly which operators to install. [ What kind of redundancy do your Kubernetes clusters offer? ](# "What kind of redundancy do your Kubernetes clusters offer?") The control plane always uses 3 master nodes to ensure redundancy for the management infrastructure. The persistent storage is based on 100% SSD storage and is managed in CEPH cluster where your data is stored multiple times across multiple physical SSDs. This ensures that a defect in an individual SSD will not lead to neither data loss nor an interruption in data access. [ Does Kubernetes Cloud offer persistent storage? ](# "Does Kubernetes Cloud offer persistent storage?") Yes. Persistent storage is part of our standard offering and allows for the dynamic allocation and release of persistent storage claims. [ What sort of redundancy do you provide for your storage volumes? ](# "What sort of redundancy do you provide for your storage volumes?") All storage volumes at Safe Swiss Cloud are provisioned on redundant data storage clusters (SAN), providing the following types of redundancy: **Redundant storage media**: if an SSD has a defect, customers will not notice anything and processing will continue as normal. Safe Swiss Cloud will replace the defective storage device in the background without downtime. **Redundant storage node**: if a storage node has a defect, customers will not notice anything and processing will continue as normal. Safe Swiss Cloud will replace the defective storage device in the background without downtime. The use of 100% clustered block storage based on SSDs ensures maximum reliability, uptime and performance. [ Does Kubernetes Cloud have self service functionality? ](# "Does Kubernetes Cloud have self service functionality?") Yes. Customers get access to a WebGUI based on the OKD distribution of Kubernetes which provides a superb dashboard as well as management functions for your containers and projects. Customers can also access their Kubernetes projects via the command line (CLI) utilities like kubectl, oc and odo. [ Do you support software defined networking (SDN)? ](# "Do you support software defined networking (SDN)?") Yes, all our clouds offer software defined networking (SDN). This allows you to create your own networks and rules of access to each network and between them. 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