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Best Proxy Software in 2026

Proxy software and services can be compared by how they provide network access and support traffic workflows. Compared on supported protocols, countries covered, proxy networks and IP rotation, the entries also show concurrent sessions and included bandwidth. API access may be relevant for connected workflows; free-plan availability and paid-from pricing add cost details. Webshare, PacketStream and mitmproxy are among the options shown. Consider the protocols and scale your setup requires, then use the listed coverage, session and bandwidth details to assess how each may fit your proxy needs.

35 apps
Research read 23 Sept 2026
How the order is worked out

1

3proxy

Free plan Open source LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1

3proxy offers a wide set of proxy protocols, access controls and logging options at no cost.

9.3 Free plan Visit site
2

Apache Traffic Server

Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+1

Apache Traffic Server combines caching, proxying, and layer 7 load balancing in a self-hosted server. Its deployment options and plug-in APIs suit organizations that need to tailor proxy behavior.

9.3 Open source Visit site
3

HProxy
by HProxy
Free plan Open source AndroidAPIExtension+6

HProxy combines several proxy network types with scraper APIs and free lookup tools.

9.1 From $0.10 Visit site
4

mitmproxy

Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3

mitmproxy provides multiple interfaces and proxy modes for inspecting, editing, recording, and replaying traffic.

8.9 Free plan Visit site
5

Privoxy

Free plan Open source LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1

Privoxy offers configurable filtering and proxy controls at no cost, but it handles only HTTP and HTTPS proxying. It is not a malware-removal tool, and advanced features may need activation.

8.9 Free plan Visit site
6

Dante

Free plan AndroidLinuxSelf-hosted

Dante provides a free SOCKS server and client with administrative controls and several protocol options.

7.5 Free plan Visit site
7

Bright Data Browser API

Free plan APIWeb

Bright Data Browser API combines cloud browser execution with automation framework support and built-in unblocking features.

7.4 Free plan · paid from $1.50 Visit site
8

Decodo SERP Scraping API

Free plan APIWeb

Decodo provides location-targeted SERP collection with several output formats and developer examples. Check the request allowances, rate limits and site restrictions against the intended workflow.

7.3 Free plan · paid from $19/mo Visit site
9

Proxy-Cheap

Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+5

Consider Proxy-Cheap if you need a choice of proxy network types, targeting options, or browser and API configuration routes.

7.1 From $0.20/mo · 7-day trial Visit site
10

NodeMaven
by NodeMaven
Free plan APIWeb

NodeMaven offers multiple proxy types and a managed browser for automation and scraping workflows.

7.0 From $3.50 Visit site
11

Rayobyte
by Rayobyte
Free plan APIExtensionLinux+4

Rayobyte combines proxy access with scraping products and browser integrations for public-data collection.

7.0 Free plan · paid from $0.30 Visit site
12

Squid

Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1

Squid offers self-hosted caching, access controls, and multiple cache arrangements without a software charge.

7.0 Free plan Visit site
13

Webshare
by Webshare
Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+4

Webshare offers several proxy types, location targeting and integration resources for data-related workflows.

6.9 Free plan · paid from $2.99/mo Visit site
14

FoxyProxy

Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

Choose FoxyProxy if you want proxy access across its supported platforms, protocol options, and API access.

6.8 Free plan · paid from $7.49/mo (annual) Visit site
15

Tinyproxy

Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted

Tinyproxy offers several proxy modes, access controls, and upstream options in a free, lightweight daemon.

6.8 Open source Visit site
16

SOAX
by SOAX
Free plan APIWeb

SOAX combines proxy networks, configurable rotation, and scraper APIs for data collection.

6.7 Free plan · paid from $200/mo Visit site
17

Proxy Switcher

Free plan Windows

Choose Proxy Switcher if you need Windows proxy-setting changes and want options for automatic switching, proxy checks or custom lists.

6.6 Free plan · 15-day trial Visit site
18

FalconProxy

Free trial AndroidAPIWeb

FalconProxy uses customer-owned Android phones to provide configurable mobile and residential proxy access. Device requirements and per-device pricing are central considerations before deployment.

6.3 From $10/mo Visit site
19

PacketStream

Free trial APILinuxMac+2

PacketStream provides country-targeted residential proxies with rotating exits and sessions that can retain an exit for up to 60 minutes.

6.2 From $1 Visit site
20

DeleGate

Free plan LinuxWindows

6.1 Free plan Visit site
21

Infatica
by Infatica
Free trial APIWeb

Infatica combines proxy services with scraping and structured-data tools, and its pricing varies across network and usage options.

6.0 From $0.60 Visit site
22

Proxifier

Free trial AndroidMacWindows

Proxifier provides detailed routing, DNS, chaining, and profile controls across Windows, macOS, and Android. Buyers should account for platform-specific licenses and the Android feature gap.

6.0 From $39.95 · 31-day trial Visit site
23

ProxyEmpire
by ProxyEmpire
Free trial AndroidAPIExtension+2

ProxyEmpire combines several residential, mobile and datacenter proxy options with configurable IP rotation and supporting tools.

6.0 From $25/mo Visit site
24

HydraProxy
by HydraProxy
Paid APIExtensionWeb+1

HydraProxy offers several proxy network types, protocol choices, rotation modes, and an API. Buyers must select a paid, non-free offering, while listed plan prices require further clarification.

5.8 Visit site
25

IPRoyal
by IPRoyal
Paid AndroidAPIExtension+3

IPRoyal offers several proxy types, API access, and tools for profile switching and web access.

5.8 From $1.39 Visit site

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