The verdict
ASocks wins on 4 of 7 core metrics, 1 tied. We'd pick ASocks for most teams that need residential socks5 proxies, but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
ASocks vs ProxySale — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, ASocks or ProxySale?
On the entry tier, ProxySale is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. ASocks starts at $3.00/GB and ProxySale starts at $1.50/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Which has a bigger IP pool, ASocks or ProxySale?
ASocks has the larger advertised residential pool. ASocks reports 5M+ IPs across 150+ countries; ProxySale reports 1M+ IPs across 100+ countries. Pool size is one signal — actual exit-node freshness and rotation logic matter more in production.
Which is better for web scraping, ASocks or ProxySale?
ASocks 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 — ASocks is typically picked for residential workloads, while ProxySale is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, ASocks or ProxySale?
ProxySale 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 ASocks gates dedicated account managers and ProxySale gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick ASocks or ProxySale in 2026?
Pick ASocks when Residential SOCKS5 proxies. Pick ProxySale when Bulk proxy packages at low prices. Most teams that consider both end up with ASocks.