The verdict
NetNut wins on 5 of 7 core metrics, 1 tied. We'd pick NetNut for most teams that need fast rotating proxies with 85m+ ips, but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
NetNut vs Steel — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, NetNut or Steel?
On the entry tier, NetNut is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. NetNut starts at $3.45/GB and Steel starts at $29.00/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Which has a bigger IP pool, NetNut or Steel?
NetNut has the larger advertised residential pool. NetNut reports 85M+ residential + 5M+ mobile IPs across 195 countries across 200+ countries; Steel reports Open-source cloud browser API, multi-region across multiple+ countries. Pool size is one signal — actual exit-node freshness and rotation logic matter more in production.
Which is better for web scraping, NetNut or Steel?
NetNut 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 — NetNut is typically picked for residential workloads, while Steel is often chosen for Cloud browser API use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, NetNut or Steel?
NetNut 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 NetNut gates dedicated account managers and Steel gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick NetNut or Steel in 2026?
Pick NetNut when Fast rotating proxies with 85M+ IPs. Pick Steel when Open-source cloud browser API purpose-built for running and automating browser fleets for AI agents.. Most teams that consider both end up with NetNut.