The verdict
DataImpulse wins on 6 of 7 core metrics, 1 tied. We'd pick DataImpulse for most teams that need affordable rotating proxies with non-expiring traffic, but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
9Proxy vs DataImpulse — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, 9Proxy or DataImpulse?
On the entry tier, DataImpulse is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. 9Proxy starts at $3.00/GB and DataImpulse starts at $1.00/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Which has a bigger IP pool, 9Proxy or DataImpulse?
DataImpulse has the larger advertised residential pool. 9Proxy reports 8M+ IPs across 100+ countries; DataImpulse reports 90M+ IPs across 150+ countries. Pool size is one signal — actual exit-node freshness and rotation logic matter more in production.
Which is better for web scraping, 9Proxy or DataImpulse?
DataImpulse edges ahead on overall success rate against our nightly Cloudflare/Amazon/Google SERP test rig. That said, the right choice depends on your target site mix — 9Proxy is typically picked for residential workloads, while DataImpulse is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, 9Proxy or DataImpulse?
DataImpulse carries the higher trust score in our directory based on documented compliance, support responsiveness, and customer-base feedback. Both offer 24/7 channels at upper plans; only 9Proxy gates dedicated account managers and DataImpulse gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick 9Proxy or DataImpulse in 2026?
Pick 9Proxy when Affordable rotating residential proxies. Pick DataImpulse when Affordable rotating proxies with non-expiring traffic. Most teams that consider both end up with DataImpulse.