The verdict
Proxyscrape wins on 6 of 7 core metrics, 1 tied. We'd pick Proxyscrape for most teams that need free proxy scraping service, but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
Open Proxy Space vs Proxyscrape — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, Open Proxy Space or Proxyscrape?
On the entry tier, Open Proxy Space and Proxyscrape are within $0.50/GB of each other is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. Open Proxy Space starts at $0.00/GB and Proxyscrape starts at $0.00/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Which has a bigger IP pool, Open Proxy Space or Proxyscrape?
Proxyscrape has the larger advertised residential pool. Open Proxy Space reports 100K+ IPs across 50+ countries; Proxyscrape reports 200K+ 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, Open Proxy Space or Proxyscrape?
Proxyscrape 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 — Open Proxy Space is typically picked for residential workloads, while Proxyscrape is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, Open Proxy Space or Proxyscrape?
Proxyscrape 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 Open Proxy Space gates dedicated account managers and Proxyscrape gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick Open Proxy Space or Proxyscrape in 2026?
Pick Open Proxy Space when Free proxy list database. Pick Proxyscrape when Free proxy scraping service. Most teams that consider both end up with Proxyscrape.