Bright Data wins on 5 of 7 core metrics based on available benchmark data — our tests, independent lab reports and published specs. Last updated Jul 10, 2026.
Bright Data wins on 5 of 7 core metrics. We'd pick Bright Data for most teams that need one of the largest proxy networks with 150m+ ips, but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
On the entry tier, NetNut is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. Bright Data starts at $5.04/GB and NetNut starts at $3.45/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Bright Data has the larger advertised residential pool. Bright Data reports 150M+ IPs across 195+ countries; NetNut reports 85M+ residential + 5M+ mobile IPs across 195 countries across 200+ countries. Pool size is one signal — actual exit-node freshness and rotation logic matter more in production.
Bright Data edges ahead on overall success rate in the available benchmark data (our tests, independent lab reports and published specs). That said, the right choice depends on your target site mix — Bright Data is typically picked for ["residential" workloads, while NetNut is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Bright Data 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 Bright Data gates dedicated account managers and NetNut gates them on enterprise tiers.
Pick Bright Data when One of the largest proxy networks with 150M+ IPs. Pick NetNut when Fast rotating proxies with 85M+ IPs. Most teams that consider both end up with Bright Data.
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