The verdict
ProxyNova wins on 5 of 7 core metrics, 1 tied. We'd pick ProxyNova for most teams that need long-running free public proxy list aggregator plus free proxy tools — not a paid residential/datacenter seller., but the right answer depends on your workload — read the full review of each below.
ProxyNova vs Z-PROXY — frequently asked
Which is cheaper, ProxyNova or Z-PROXY?
On the entry tier, ProxyNova is the lower-cost option per gigabyte. ProxyNova starts at $0.00/GB and Z-PROXY starts at $10.00/GB on residential. Both providers offer volume discounts, so the absolute cheapest tier depends on your monthly commit.
Which has a bigger IP pool, ProxyNova or Z-PROXY?
ProxyNova has the larger advertised residential pool. ProxyNova reports 50K+ IPs across 30+ countries; Z-PROXY reports a sizable network across 1+ countries. Pool size is one signal — actual exit-node freshness and rotation logic matter more in production.
Which is better for web scraping, ProxyNova or Z-PROXY?
ProxyNova 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 — ProxyNova is typically picked for datacenter workloads, while Z-PROXY is often chosen for mobile use cases.
Which has better support and SLA, ProxyNova or Z-PROXY?
ProxyNova 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 ProxyNova gates dedicated account managers and Z-PROXY gates them on enterprise tiers.
Should I pick ProxyNova or Z-PROXY in 2026?
Pick ProxyNova when Long-running free public proxy list aggregator plus free proxy tools — not a paid residential/datacenter selle. Pick Z-PROXY when Z-PROXY is a Ukraine-focused mobile (LTE/4G) proxy provider selling private, dedicated proxies on short fixed . Most teams that consider both end up with ProxyNova.