The verdict
Nstproxy wins on 4 of 7 core metrics, 1 tied. We'd pick Nstproxy for most teams that need budget proxy provider with a large residential pool across 195+ locations, plus isp, datacenter, ipv6 and mobile proxies on http/socks5., but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
Nstproxy vs Scraper API — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, Nstproxy or Scraper API?
On the entry tier, Nstproxy is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. Nstproxy starts at $1.60/GB and Scraper API starts at $49.00/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Which has a bigger IP pool, Nstproxy or Scraper API?
Nstproxy has the larger advertised residential pool. Nstproxy reports 110M+ across 195+ countries; Scraper API reports 100M+ requests 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, Nstproxy or Scraper API?
Scraper API 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 — Nstproxy is typically picked for residential workloads, while Scraper API is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, Nstproxy or Scraper API?
Scraper API 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 Nstproxy gates dedicated account managers and Scraper API gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick Nstproxy or Scraper API in 2026?
Pick Nstproxy when Budget proxy provider with a large residential pool across 195+ locations, plus ISP, datacenter, IPv6 and mobi. Pick Scraper API when ScraperAPI is a web scraping API that auto-handles proxies, CAPTCHAs, and headless browsers, with JS rendering. Most teams that consider both end up with Nstproxy.