Head to head
ProxyGateway vs Bright Data
A dedicated EU 4G modem versus a global, usage-based proxy network.
Bright Data is a large web-data platform built around a shared, pay-per-gigabyte proxy network. ProxyGateway sells one dedicated European 4G modem per customer with unlimited data for the rental period. They solve different problems, so here is the honest comparison.
Cost at a glance
| Criteria | ProxyGateway | Bright Data |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | One dedicated 4G line — €42 / 30 days, excluding VAT | Usage-based, billed per gigabyte |
| Entry price | €1 for 24 hours, one-time | Pay per GB, no €1 day pass |
| Data | Unlimited for the rental | Metered; you pay for volume |
| Commitment | Day, week, or month — cancel any time | Plan-dependent |
| Bill predictability | Flat for the period | Cost scales with traffic |
Feature matrix
| Feature | ProxyGateway | Bright Data |
|---|---|---|
| Dedicated EU 4G modem | ✓ | — |
| One customer per line | ✓ | — |
| Unlimited data option | ✓ | — |
| No per-GB billing | ✓ | — |
| HTTP and SOCKS5 | ✓ | ✓ |
| New IP on request | ✓ | ✓ |
| Global proxy network | — | ✓ |
| EU legal seller (STMOTO d.o.o.) | ✓ | — |
Questions
Is ProxyGateway cheaper than Bright Data?
It depends on volume. For a steady browser or automation workload, a flat €42 / 30 days with unlimited data is predictable. Bright Data bills per gigabyte, so cost grows with traffic. For a short burst of requests spread across many countries, a global per-GB network can cost less.
Does Bright Data offer a dedicated modem?
Bright Data sells access to shared proxy networks. ProxyGateway sells one European 4G modem that only your account uses.
Which should I choose for scraping?
If you need many countries and rotating IPs at scale, a per-GB network fits. If you need one stable European mobile IP with unlimited data and a fixed bill, a dedicated modem fits.
Can I try ProxyGateway first?
Yes. The 24-hour plan is €1, one-time, and does not renew. Prices exclude VAT.
Try the dedicated line
One modem per customer. €1 for 24 hours, €19 for 7 days, or €42 for 30 days, excluding VAT.