Head-to-head
Bright Data vs Smartproxy
Bright Data vs Smartproxy — which proxy provider wins? We compare price, pool size, coverage and speed head-to-head.
| Metric | Bright Data | Smartproxy |
|---|---|---|
| Price/GB | $8.40 | $3 |
| IP pool | 72M+ | 65M+ |
| Countries | 195 | 195 |
| Avg speed | ~88ms | ~105ms |
| Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| HQ | Israel | Cyprus |
Bright Data: strengths & weaknesses
Pros
- largest toolset
- advanced geo-targeting
- SERP API
Cons
- very expensive per-GB
- complex pricing
Smartproxy: strengths & weaknesses
Pros
- great docs
- easy dashboard
- good value
Cons
- smaller mobile pool
Verdict
On raw value, Smartproxy takes it at $3/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 Smartproxy, with residential quality that holds up on tough targets.
Visit Cheapest Proxies →Bright Data vs Smartproxy — FAQ
Is Bright Data or Smartproxy cheaper?
Smartproxy is cheaper at $3/GB versus $8.40/GB.
Bright Data or Smartproxy — which is better?
Bright Data leads on largest toolset; Smartproxy leads on great docs. For pure value, Smartproxy 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 Smartproxy with comparable quality.