Vultr Review 2026
Is Vultr the right RDP solution for you?
Verdict
Vultr is a cloud giant that excels in sheer variety of locations. With over 30 data centers worldwide, it's the perfect choice if you need your RDP to be physically close to a specific location (e.g., for trading latency or geo-specific testing). Their "High Frequency Compute" plans are particularly good for Windows environments, offering 3GHz+ CPUs that make the GUI feel snappy. However, they are a developer-focused cloud, meaning support is minimal, and you're expected to manage the server yourself.
Key Features
- ✅ 32+ Locations: One of the largest networks in the industry.
- ✅ High Frequency Compute: Powered by 3GHz+ CPUs and NVMe storage.
- ✅ Custom ISOs: Ability to upload your own Windows ISO file.
- ✅ Hourly Billing: Pay only for what you use.
Performance Benchmarks
We tested Vultr from multiple global locations.
- Latency (US): 10ms
- Latency (Asia): 45ms
- Disk Speed: 1.5 GB/s (NVMe)
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Massive location choice
- Excellent raw performance
- Custom ISO support saving license fees
- Modern, easy control panel
Cons
- Strict verification process
- No live chat support for technical issues
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install Windows 10?
Yes, Vultr allows you to upload a custom ISO, so you can install Windows 10 or 11 if you have your own license key.
Do they block ports?
Default SMTP ports (25) are blocked to prevent spam, but most other ports are open.