The verdict
PapaProxy wins on 3 of 7 core metrics, 2 tied. We'd pick PapaProxy for most teams that need mobile and residential proxies, but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
PapaProxy vs Squid Proxies — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, PapaProxy or Squid Proxies?
On the entry tier, PapaProxy is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. PapaProxy starts at $2.00/GB and Squid Proxies starts at $24.00/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Which has a bigger IP pool, PapaProxy or Squid Proxies?
PapaProxy has the larger advertised residential pool. PapaProxy reports 2M+ IPs across 100+ countries; Squid Proxies reports 300K+ IPs across 30+ countries. Pool size is one signal — actual exit-node freshness and rotation logic matter more in production.
Which is better for web scraping, PapaProxy or Squid Proxies?
Squid Proxies 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 — PapaProxy is typically picked for residential workloads, while Squid Proxies is often chosen for datacenter use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, PapaProxy or Squid Proxies?
Squid Proxies 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 PapaProxy gates dedicated account managers and Squid Proxies gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick PapaProxy or Squid Proxies in 2026?
Pick PapaProxy when Mobile and residential proxies. Pick Squid Proxies when Private dedicated proxies. Most teams that consider both end up with PapaProxy.