Shifter vs Bright Data
Get the same residential proxy quality at a fraction of the cost. Shifter delivers 205M+ real residential IPs, city-level targeting, and unlimited connections, with enterprise rates down to $1.00/GB.
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Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | Shifter | Bright Data |
|---|---|---|
| IP Pool Size | 205M+ residential IPs | 400M+ residential IPs |
| Starting Price | $3.50/GB | $3.50/GB |
| Best Price | $1.00/GB | $2.50/GB |
| Concurrent Connections | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Protocols | HTTP / HTTPS / SOCKS5 | HTTP / HTTPS / SOCKS5 |
| Geo-Targeting | City-level (195+ countries) | City-level (195+ countries) |
| IP Rotation | Per-request + Sticky sessions | Per-request + Sticky sessions |
| Free Trial | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Commitment | None, cancel anytime | Annual contract for best rates |
| Setup Complexity | Minutes, simple dashboard | Complex, steep learning curve |
| Customer Support | 24/7 on all plans | Tiered, priority for enterprise |
Pricing Comparison (per GB)
| Volume | ShifterUp to 40% OFF | Bright Data | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starter (~10–141 GB) | $3.50/GB | 40% | |
| Mid-Volume (~250–332 GB) | $3.00/GB | 60% | |
| Growth (~500–798 GB) | $2.50/GB | 58% | |
| Scale (1 TB+) | Custom (contact sales) | ~60% |
Why use Shifter residential proxies?
Save up to 60% on Proxy Costs
Shifter's residential proxies cost a fraction of Bright Data's rates at every tier. At enterprise volumes you pay $1.00/GB versus $2.50/GB, a saving of roughly 60% on your proxy spend.
No Annual Commitments
Unlike Bright Data, which requires annual contracts for the best pricing tiers, Shifter offers month-to-month billing on every plan. Scale up or down without being locked into long-term agreements.
Simple Setup in Minutes
Bright Data's platform is powerful but complex, with a steep learning curve and extensive configuration options. Shifter gets you connected in minutes with a clean dashboard and straightforward proxy credentials.
24/7 Support on Every Plan
Bright Data reserves priority support for higher-tier enterprise customers. With Shifter, every customer gets 24/7 support via live chat and email, regardless of plan size.
Transparent, Predictable Pricing
No hidden fees, no surprise overages, no complex billing tiers. Shifter's pricing is straightforward: pick a plan, use your bandwidth, and know exactly what you'll pay each month.
Same Core Features You Need
Residential proxies IPs, city-level geo-targeting, SOCKS5 support, sticky sessions, and unlimited concurrency. Shifter matches the features that matter for 99% of proxy use cases at a much lower price point.
Simple, transparent pricing
Fixed monthly plans with included bandwidth. No hidden fees. Scale as your usage grows.
What's included
- 10 GB bandwidth
- HTTP(S) + SOCKS5
- City-level targeting
- API access
- Priority support
What's included
- 25 GB bandwidth
- HTTP(S) + SOCKS5
- City-level targeting
- API access
- Priority support
What's included
- 100 GB bandwidth
- HTTP(S) + SOCKS5
- City-level targeting
- API access
- Priority support
What's included
- 250 GB bandwidth
- HTTP(S) + SOCKS5
- City-level targeting
- API access
- Priority support
Frequently asked FAQ questions
Common questions about switching from Bright Data to Shifter.
Yes. Shifter offers 205M+ residential IPs with the same core features as Bright Data, including rotating proxies, city-level geo-targeting, SOCKS5 support, and unlimited connections. The key difference is price: Shifter costs a fraction per GB at every tier, with enterprise rates as low as $1.00/GB.
Switch from Bright Data and Save 60%
Join thousands of teams who switched from Bright Data to Shifter for the same residential proxy quality at a fraction of the price. No contracts, no complexity, just better value.