Best VPS for EA Trading | MT5 Auto Trading Guide
Updated: May 15, 2026
VPS is not required
A VPS is not required for EA operation. If you keep your PC running at all times, you can run MT5 EAs 24 hours a day from a home Windows PC. However, if the PC loses power, the EA stops. A VPS is recommended for those who travel frequently or need stable 24-hour operation.
💡 Required VPS Specs for Our EAs
| Item | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1 core | 2+ cores |
| Memory | 1GB | 2GB+ |
| Storage | 20GB | 40GB+ |
| OS | Windows Server 2019 or later | |
| Simultaneous EAs | 1–3 EAs comfortable on one VPS | |
🔍 How to Check VPS Free Memory
Insufficient memory is the main cause of EA stops. Check regularly in Task Manager.
Step 1: Open Task Manager
- Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open directly
- Or Ctrl + Alt + Del
- Or right-click taskbar → Task Manager
Step 2: Click the Performance tab
Select Memory from the left sidebar → View current usage and free space in the graph
Step 3: Evaluation criteria
- ✅ 1GB+ free — Safe for our EAs
- ⚠️ 500MB–1GB free — Works, but close other software
- ❌ Less than 500MB free — Consider upgrading your plan
Recommended VPS Comparison Table
| VPS Name | Price | OS | Specs | Support | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onamae.com VPS | From ¥616/month | Windows Server | 2 cores / 2GB+ | ◎ | Beginner-friendly, easy to use |
| Xserver VPS for MT4/MT5 | From ¥830/month | Windows Server | 2 cores / 2GB+ | ◎ | MT4/MT5 specialized, easy setup |
| Sakura VPS | From ¥643/mo | Windows Server | 1 core / 1GB+ | ○ | Long-established provider with reliable domestic infrastructure |
※ Prices are tax-inclusive estimates for minimum plans and may vary by plan.
VPS Details
Onamae.com VPS
- ✓Windows Server compatible — install MT5 directly
- ✓Japanese data center (good ping to broker servers)
- ✓User-friendly control panel even for beginners
- ✓24-hour Japanese support
From ¥616/month (Windows Server 2019)
View Details & ApplyXserver VPS for MT4/MT5
- ✓MT4/MT5 dedicated plan for very easy setup
- ✓MT5 ready immediately after signup
- ✓Major domestic broker servers also selectable
- ✓Xserver's stable domestic infrastructure
From ¥830/month (2 cores/2GB)
View Details & ApplySakura VPS
- ✓Established in 1999 — proven track record and high reliability
- ✓SSD standard on all plans for fast performance
- ✓Windows Server plans available with Remote Desktop access
From ¥643/mo (512MB plan)
View Details & ApplyVPS Selection Tips
Choose Windows Server as the OS
MT5 is Windows-only software. Always choose Windows Server as the VPS OS. It does not work on Linux plans.
Minimum plan specs are sufficient
2 cores/2GB memory is sufficient for running 1-3 MT5 instances. For 10+ EAs, 4GB+ memory is recommended.
Choose a domestic data center
Even if your broker's servers are overseas, connecting from a domestic VPS may provide more stable ping (latency). We recommend choosing a VPS with a domestic data center.