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In our 2026 comparison of Megaproxy and Privoxy, Privoxy comes out ahead overall (weighted score 91% vs 82% for Megaproxy). Megaproxy is rated 4.2/5 from 105 user reviews; Privoxy is rated 4.6/5 from 94 user reviews. Megaproxy has a free plan; Privoxy has a free plan.
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| At a glance | Megaproxy | Privoxy |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Proxy & Web Scraping | Proxy & Web Scraping |
| User rating | 4.2/5 (105 reviews) | 4.6/5 (94 reviews) |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Listed features | 11 | 13 |
| Integrations | 4 | 3 |
| Platforms | Web | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Ease of use | 4.2/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Customer support | 4.2/5 | 4.6/5 |
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Megaproxy is a runner-up with a composite score of 82%.
Comparable pricing accessibility ($3.31/mo (No Free Trial)).
Offers 11 features (fewer than the category leader).
Satisfactory usability with a user rating of 4.2/5 stars.
Decent support with a user rating of 4.2/5 stars.
Available on 1 Platform: Web, fewer than the leader.
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Privoxy wins overall with a weighted score of 91% based on user rating, pricing, features, usability, and support.
Comparable pricing accessibility ($0/mo (No Free Trial)).
Privoxy lists the most features (13 features).
Ranked #1 for usability with a user rating of 4.6/5 stars.
Ranked #1 for support with a user rating of 4.6/5 stars.
Widest platform availability (3 Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux).

Privoxy scores higher across 6 of 11 key dimensions with a 9-point lead in our weighted analysis.
Privoxy scores higher across 6 of 11 key dimensions with a 9-point lead in our weighted analysis. The best choice still depends on your team's workflow, budget and required integrations — use the side-by-side sections above to check the details that matter to you.
Megaproxy is rated 4.2/5 from 105 user reviews. Privoxy is rated 4.6/5 from 94 user reviews. Ratings come from approved user reviews on SoftwareHope.
Megaproxy has a free plan. Privoxy has a free plan. Always confirm current pricing on the vendor's site, as plans change.
Megaproxy offers a free plan; Privoxy offers a free plan.
Megaproxy supports Web; Privoxy supports Windows, macOS and Linux.
Megaproxy has an ease-of-use rating of 4.2/5, Privoxy has an ease-of-use rating of 4.6/5. Privoxy is rated easier to use by reviewers.
Community-voted helpful feedback from verified users
Using Megaproxy saved our team significant time every week. The features run smoothly without lag or complicated setup steps.
Highly reliable software with great performance. Essential tool for professionals looking for efficiency and clean organization.
Megaproxy has been an outstanding addition to our workflow. The intuitive interface and fast processing speed make completing daily tasks effortless.
Using Megaproxy saved our team significant time every week. The features run smoothly without lag or complicated setup steps.
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