The verdict
Packetstream wins on 4 of 7 core metrics, 1 tied. We'd pick Packetstream for most teams that need peer-to-peer residential bandwidth, but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
Fineproxy vs Packetstream — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, Fineproxy or Packetstream?
On the entry tier, Fineproxy is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. Fineproxy starts at $0.07/GB and Packetstream 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, Fineproxy or Packetstream?
Packetstream has the larger advertised residential pool. Fineproxy reports >100,000 exclusive IPv4 (own ranges/ASN) across 22+ countries; Packetstream reports 7M+ 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, Fineproxy or Packetstream?
Packetstream 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 — Fineproxy is typically picked for datacenter workloads, while Packetstream is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, Fineproxy or Packetstream?
Packetstream 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 Fineproxy gates dedicated account managers and Packetstream gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick Fineproxy or Packetstream in 2026?
Pick Fineproxy when Fineproxy is a long-standing provider (since 2011) offering datacenter (IPv4) and ISP proxies on its own IP ra. Pick Packetstream when Peer-to-peer residential bandwidth. Most teams that consider both end up with Packetstream.