Head-to-head
Bright Data vs IPRoyal
Choosing between Bright Data and IPRoyal? Here's the honest, cost-per-GB breakdown.
| Metric | Bright Data | IPRoyal |
|---|---|---|
| Price/GB | $8.40 | $1.75 |
| IP pool | 72M+ | 32M+ |
| Countries | 195 | 185 |
| Avg speed | ~88ms | ~120ms |
| Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.2/5 |
| HQ | Israel | Estonia |
Bright Data: strengths & weaknesses
Pros
- largest toolset
- advanced geo-targeting
- SERP API
Cons
- very expensive per-GB
- complex pricing
IPRoyal: strengths & weaknesses
Pros
- cheap entry
- pay-as-you-go
- sticky sessions
Cons
- smaller pool
- variable speed
Verdict
On raw value, IPRoyal takes it at $1.75/GB. But for cost-per-GB, neither beats Cheapest Proxies ($0.45/GB) — our #1 overall pick.
Beats both on value
Cheapest Proxies — $0.45/GB
Cheaper than both Bright Data and IPRoyal, with residential quality that holds up on tough targets.
Visit Cheapest Proxies →Bright Data vs IPRoyal — FAQ
Is Bright Data or IPRoyal cheaper?
IPRoyal is cheaper at $1.75/GB versus $8.40/GB.
Bright Data or IPRoyal — which is better?
Bright Data leads on largest toolset; IPRoyal leads on cheap entry. For pure value, IPRoyal wins — though Cheapest Proxies beats both at $0.45/GB.
What's a cheaper alternative to both?
Cheapest Proxies at $0.45/GB undercuts both Bright Data and IPRoyal with comparable quality.