Best VPS for Hermes Agent
Open-source AI agent by Nous Research with persistent memory, skills, and messaging gateways.
Hermes Agent server requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| vCPU | 1 | 2 |
| RAM | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Disk | 10 GB | 20 GB |
- OS:
- Linux, macOS, or WSL2
- Runtime:
- Python and Node.js, installed automatically by the installer
- With API-hosted models the agent itself is light; memory and sessions grow on disk over time.
- Running local models needs a GPU server and is out of scope for a regular VPS.
Official docs do not list server sizing; numbers are community recommendations.Official docs
Cheapest VPS for Hermes Agent
Plans with at least 2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, and 20 GB disk, sorted by monthly price.
| Provider | Plan | vCPU | RAM | Disk | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostup | VPS XS | 2 | 4 GB | 50 GB | $4.48/mo | Details |
| Netcup | VPS 500 G12 | 2 | 4 GB | 128 GB | $5.59/mo | Details |
| Contabo | Storage Vps 10 NVME | 2 | 4 GB | 300 GB | $6.20/mo | Details |
| Hetzner | CX 23 | 2 | 4 GB | 40 GB | $6.75/mo | Details |
| Hetzner | CAX11 | 2 | 4 GB | 40 GB | $7.31/mo | Details |
| Netcup | VPS 1000 ARM G11 | 6 | 8 GB | 256 GB | $7.36/mo | Details |
| Contabo | Storage Vps 20 SSD | 3 | 8 GB | 400 GB | $8.45/mo | Details |
| Contabo | Cloud Vps Core 6 NVME | 6 | 12 GB | 200 GB | $8.45/mo | Details |
| Hostup | VPS SM | 4 | 8 GB | 100 GB | $8.86/mo | Details |
| Netcup | VPS 1000 G12 | 4 | 8 GB | 256 GB | $9.82/mo | Details |
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How to install Hermes Agent on a VPS
Connect to your VPS over SSH and make sure git is installed
sudo apt update && sudo apt install -y gitRun the official installer
curl -fsSL https://hermes-agent.nousresearch.com/install.sh | bashConnect a model provider and tools
hermes setup --portal
Commands are taken from the official documentation; check it for the latest version.
Why host Hermes Agent on a VPS?
Hermes Agent keeps memory and skills between sessions and can reach you through messaging gateways. Running it on a VPS keeps it available around the clock and keeps its tools and terminal access away from your personal machine.
FAQ
What are the Hermes Agent system requirements?
Hermes Agent runs on Linux, macOS, and WSL2. The installer sets up Python and Node.js automatically. With API-hosted models, 2 GB RAM is enough to start and 4 GB with 2 vCPU leaves room for tools.
Can I run local models with Hermes Agent on a VPS?
Hermes supports local models through Ollama or vLLM, but useful local models need a GPU server. A regular VPS is best paired with an API provider.