Head-to-head
Smartproxy vs ProxyEmpire
Smartproxy vs ProxyEmpire — which proxy provider wins? We compare price, pool size, coverage and speed head-to-head.
| Metric | Smartproxy | ProxyEmpire |
|---|---|---|
| Price/GB | $3 | $2.97 |
| IP pool | 65M+ | 9M+ |
| Countries | 195 | 150 |
| Avg speed | ~105ms | ~112ms |
| Rating | 4.4/5 | 4.3/5 |
| HQ | Cyprus | USA |
Smartproxy: strengths & weaknesses
Pros
- great docs
- easy dashboard
- good value
Cons
- smaller mobile pool
ProxyEmpire: strengths & weaknesses
Pros
- rollover data
- ethical sourcing
- good targeting
Cons
- mid price
- smaller pool
Verdict
On raw value, ProxyEmpire takes it at $2.97/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 ProxyEmpire, with residential quality that holds up on tough targets.
Visit Cheapest Proxies →Smartproxy vs ProxyEmpire — FAQ
Is Smartproxy or ProxyEmpire cheaper?
ProxyEmpire is cheaper at $2.97/GB versus $3/GB.
Smartproxy or ProxyEmpire — which is better?
Smartproxy leads on great docs; ProxyEmpire leads on rollover data. For pure value, ProxyEmpire 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 ProxyEmpire with comparable quality.