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.
FlashProxy vs Packetstream — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, FlashProxy or Packetstream?
On the entry tier, Packetstream is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. FlashProxy starts at $2.00/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, FlashProxy or Packetstream?
Packetstream has the larger advertised residential pool. FlashProxy reports 300K+ IPs across 30+ 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, FlashProxy or Packetstream?
FlashProxy 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 — FlashProxy is typically picked for residential workloads, while Packetstream is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, FlashProxy 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 FlashProxy gates dedicated account managers and Packetstream gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick FlashProxy or Packetstream in 2026?
Pick FlashProxy when High-speed datacenter proxies. Pick Packetstream when Peer-to-peer residential bandwidth. Most teams that consider both end up with Packetstream.