2026 provider buyer guide

Best static residential proxies by the job you need done

There is no universal best provider. NobleProxy is the focused choice for one dedicated residential identity per managed profile. Bright Data, Decodo, Oxylabs, Webshare, or IPRoyal can fit better when targeting, package size, protocols, or billing terms drive the decision.

Provider pages and prices reviewed 2026-09-01.

Provider fit at a glance

Use the job column first. Then verify the category and entry purchase on the provider's current page.

ProviderBest documented fitClosest categoryEntry signal
NobleProxyOne dedicated residential identity per managed account or browser profileDedicated static residential proxies1 proxy at $2.97/month
Bright DataWide country targeting, large static-IP buys, or a no-commitment GB pilotISP proxies with shared, dedicated, and pay-per-GB optionsDedicated: 10 IPs for $35/month when reviewed
DecodoA small three-IP dedicated entry or a choice between dedicated and metered static plansStatic residential proxies, also marketed as ISP proxiesDedicated: 3 IPs for $9.99/month + VAT when reviewed
OxylabsResidential ASN selection, documented IP control, or listed UDP and TCP supportDedicated ISP proxies positioned as static residentialDedicated: 5 IPs for $16/month when reviewed
WebshareComparing Premium, Private, and Dedicated static exclusivity tiersStatic residential proxy tiers with different sharing modelsDisplayed static tiers begin at 20 IPs
IPRoyalShort 24-hour access, 30-to-90-day prepaid terms, or a wider protocol setDedicated ISP proxies24-hour and 30-, 60-, or 90-day terms

Choose each provider when

NobleProxy

Choose it for a focused agency workflow, self-serve profile-count pricing, and unlimited bandwidth.

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Bright Data

Choose it when targeting depth or its wider proxy and data platform matters more than a focused agency flow.

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Decodo

Choose it when its dedicated country list and three-IP package match the purchase.

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Oxylabs

Choose it when advanced IP controls or its wider enterprise platform are central requirements.

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Webshare

Choose it when tier choice or its broader proxy catalog matters more than starting with one dedicated endpoint.

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IPRoyal

Choose it when term flexibility or its HTTP(S), SOCKS5, UDP, and TCP support fits the job.

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A four-step selection method

This method prevents a cheap shared or metered headline from being compared with a dedicated monthly endpoint.

Match the category

Static residential, ISP, shared static, and dedicated static offers are not interchangeable. Start with the exact endpoint type the workflow needs.

Normalize the purchase

Compare the same dedication, quantity, billing term, VAT treatment, bandwidth policy, and location instead of headline unit prices.

Check the needed location

A large country claim does not guarantee a particular location in the package you want. Verify current inventory before assigning profiles.

Choose the protocol set

HTTP and SOCKS5 cover common browser-profile tools. Choose a provider with UDP, TCP, or another protocol only when the workflow needs it.

NobleProxy fit

One stable residential identity for every account you manage

Count active accounts or browser profiles, buy the same number of dedicated endpoints, and keep each profile-to-proxy mapping stable across sessions and team handoffs.

Entry quantity
1 proxy
Quantity range
1-1,000
Protocols
HTTP and SOCKS5
Bandwidth
Unlimited

Frequently asked questions

What is the best static residential proxy for managed accounts?

NobleProxy is the focused choice when an agency needs one dedicated static residential endpoint for each managed account or browser profile. Another provider can be better when broader targeting, different terms, or more protocols matter more.

Are static residential proxies and ISP proxies the same?

No. Providers often use overlapping language, but the categories are not universal synonyms. NobleProxy sells dedicated static residential proxies and treats ISP proxies as a separate comparison category.

Which provider lets me buy the fewest dedicated endpoints?

NobleProxy starts with one proxy. Among the reviewed competitors, Decodo displayed a three-IP dedicated entry, Oxylabs five, and Bright Data ten on September 1, 2026.

How should I compare static proxy prices?

Match dedication, quantity, billing term, country, bandwidth or fair-use policy, VAT, and protocols. Shared, metered, and dedicated headline prices describe different purchases.

Which protocols does NobleProxy support?

NobleProxy supports HTTP and SOCKS5 with username and password authentication for compatible browsers, profile managers, and tools.

Need dedicated endpoints for active profiles?

Start with one NobleProxy endpoint, or plan a larger agency inventory with the sales team.