The verdict
Packetstream wins on 4 of 7 core metrics, 1 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 ResiProx — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, Packetstream or ResiProx?
On the entry tier, Packetstream is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. Packetstream starts at $1.00/GB and ResiProx 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, Packetstream or ResiProx?
Packetstream has the larger advertised residential pool. Packetstream reports 7M+ IPs across 100+ countries; ResiProx reports 2M+ IPs across 80+ 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 ResiProx?
ResiProx 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 — Packetstream is typically picked for residential workloads, while ResiProx is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, Packetstream or ResiProx?
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 ResiProx gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick Packetstream or ResiProx in 2026?
Pick Packetstream when Peer-to-peer residential bandwidth. Pick ResiProx when Residential proxies at affordable prices. Most teams that consider both end up with Packetstream.