The mobile carrier you pick plays a massive role in the quality of your proxies, whether you’re setting them up for scraping, automation, or something else entirely. Some of you have probably tested a few different carriers by now, and this is your chance to share what you’ve learned with the rest of the community.
In this thread, let’s talk about the best mobile carriers for proxies in your country. You can break it down by things like:
Network stability
IP reputation
Speed & data limits
4G and 5G availability
Jump in and share your experiences, tips, or even any hidden gems you’ve come across!
And always stay away from reseller MVNOs (Such as US Mobile, Visible, Cricket, etc.) since those get a lower Quality of Service rating, and they’re de-prioritized behind the MNOs AKA the real carriers.
Lastly, “IP quality” is always opinionated, and the services are almost always a honey pot. I remember one time ipqualityscore.com decided that every single AT&T mobile IP in the country is “fraudulent” which is extremely silly to put it nicely, so I don’t think that should even be a metric when comparing the carriers.
With all of the above said, the best mobile carrier will always be the one that gets the best reception in your area.
I’ve been running proxies for my ecomm business for a couple of years, and honestly, T-Mobile has been rock solid for me. The IP rotation is smooth, which has saved me from dealing with blocks, especially during peak sales seasons. The 5G speeds are insane, downloads, uploads, and latency are all on point. Sure, it’s a bit pricier than some alternatives, but if you’re in it for the long term, the reliability pays off. If you’re in the US and want something you can trust, I’d highly recommend giving T-Mobile a shot.
O2 has been my go-to in the UK. The speeds are consistently fast, which makes it ideal for my scraping tasks. I’ve been using it for over a year, and it’s rarely let me down in terms of stability. I had tried Vodafone before switching, but for some reason, their network always seemed to slow down during high-traffic times, which really impacted my workflows. If you’re starting out, I’d say O2 is worth the extra cost for the peace of mind.
I’m running proxies on a server located in Brazil, and Vivo has been a game-changer. Their 4G coverage is widespread, even in some rural areas, and it’s been super reliable for my SMM (social media management) activities. Speeds are good enough to handle video-heavy platforms like Instagram without hiccups. If you’re considering setting up proxies in Brazil, I’d strongly recommend Vivo, it’s dependable and gets the job done.
In India, I’ve had great success with Jio. Their 5G rollout has really pushed speeds to a whole new level, downloads, uploads, everything is so much faster. The IP rotation works smoothly for scraping and automating social media tasks. Plus, their data plans are super affordable, which makes it a no-brainer if you’re setting up a larger proxy network. I wouldn’t recommend any other carrier as strongly in India.
Vodafone has been a reliable option for proxies in Australia. Their 4G and 5G networks both perform well, with minimal downtime or slowdowns. I noticed a bit of a dip in speeds during peak evening hours, but that’s probably just my local area. I tried Optus too, and while it wasn’t bad, it didn’t match Vodafone’s consistency. If you’re in Australia, I’d say Vodafone is a safe bet.
Here in South Africa, Vodacom is a pretty solid choice for proxies. I’ve used their network for scraping and automation tasks, and while the speeds aren’t mind-blowing, they’re steady and reliable. Stability matters more to me than outright speed, so if that’s what you’re after, Vodacom is a good option.
NTT Docomo is unmatched for proxies in Japan. Their speeds are incredibly fast, whether you’re on 4G or 5G, and I’ve yet to encounter any issues with connectivity. I briefly tried SoftBank, but their network wasn’t as consistent. It would drop randomly, which messed up my scraping workflows. If you’re setting up proxies in Japan, go with NTT Docomo for top-tier reliability.