Head-to-head
Smartproxy vs IPRoyal
Smartproxy vs IPRoyal — which proxy provider wins? We compare price, pool size, coverage and speed head-to-head.
| Metric | Smartproxy | IPRoyal |
|---|---|---|
| Price/GB | $3 | $1.75 |
| IP pool | 65M+ | 32M+ |
| Countries | 195 | 185 |
| Avg speed | ~105ms | ~120ms |
| Rating | 4.4/5 | 4.2/5 |
| HQ | Cyprus | Estonia |
Smartproxy: strengths & weaknesses
Pros
- great docs
- easy dashboard
- good value
Cons
- smaller mobile pool
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 Smartproxy and IPRoyal, with residential quality that holds up on tough targets.
Visit Cheapest Proxies →Smartproxy vs IPRoyal — FAQ
Is Smartproxy or IPRoyal cheaper?
IPRoyal is cheaper at $1.75/GB versus $3/GB.
Smartproxy or IPRoyal — which is better?
Smartproxy leads on great docs; 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 Smartproxy and IPRoyal with comparable quality.