The verdict
Packetstream wins on 3 of 7 core metrics, 3 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.
Packetstream vs PrivateProxy — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, Packetstream or PrivateProxy?
On the entry tier, Packetstream is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. Packetstream starts at $1.00/GB and PrivateProxy starts at $3.00/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Which has a bigger IP pool, Packetstream or PrivateProxy?
Packetstream has the larger advertised residential pool. Packetstream reports 7M+ IPs across 100+ countries; PrivateProxy reports 500K+ IPs across 45+ countries. Pool size is one signal — actual exit-node freshness and rotation logic matter more in production.
Which is better for web scraping, Packetstream or PrivateProxy?
PrivateProxy 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 — Packetstream is typically picked for residential workloads, while PrivateProxy is often chosen for ["Residential" use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, Packetstream or PrivateProxy?
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 Packetstream gates dedicated account managers and PrivateProxy gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick Packetstream or PrivateProxy in 2026?
Pick Packetstream when Peer-to-peer residential bandwidth. Pick PrivateProxy when Veteran proxy seller (since 2011) offering static/rotating datacenter, residential and ISP proxies with unmete. Most teams that consider both end up with Packetstream.