AKS Cost Optimization: 10 Tips For 2025

Amazon Kubernetes Service (AKS) offers numerous benefits, but managing and forecasting costs can be challenging. To optimize AKS costs, consider implementing these ten strategies: follow cost optimization design principles; choose the right pricing plan; select appropriate VMs for your workload; set the right limits and requests; take advantage of autoscaling; use preset AKS cluster configurations; stop clusters when not in use; eliminate orphaned resources; automate Spot VMs; and utilize an automation tool for other cost optimization tactics. Automating these strategies can lead to significant cost savings, improved performance, and increased efficiency.