The verdict
PrivateProxy wins on 3 of 7 core metrics, 2 tied. We'd pick PrivateProxy for most teams that need dedicated private proxies, but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
FlashProxy vs PrivateProxy — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, FlashProxy or PrivateProxy?
On the entry tier, FlashProxy and PrivateProxy are within $0.50/GB of each other is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. FlashProxy starts at $2.00/GB and PrivateProxy starts at $2.00/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 PrivateProxy?
PrivateProxy has the larger advertised residential pool. FlashProxy reports 300K+ IPs across 30+ countries; PrivateProxy reports 500K+ IPs across 40+ 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 PrivateProxy?
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 PrivateProxy is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, FlashProxy or PrivateProxy?
PrivateProxy 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 PrivateProxy gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick FlashProxy or PrivateProxy in 2026?
Pick FlashProxy when High-speed datacenter proxies. Pick PrivateProxy when Dedicated private proxies. Most teams that consider both end up with PrivateProxy.