How to Test Proxy Speed Before Committing to a Long Plan

[Jubiaq]

Before paying for a yearly proxy plan, how do you guys test speed and stability? Free trials don’t always show performance under load.

[Ammisa]

Before committing to a yearly proxy plan, I run a few practical tests beyond the typical free trial. First, I check raw speed using tools like Speedtest, then run real workload scenarios — scraping, API calls, or automation tasks — to see how the IPs perform under load. I also test at different times of day because congestion can vary. Rotating IP reconnection time is another major quality factor. To compare providers and trial options, I usually browse updated deals on https://proxy.coupons  which helps narrow down the most stable choices.

[Dori]

Also test at different times of day. Some providers congest during peak hours. If they offer rotating IPs, check how quickly sessions reconnect — that’s a huge indicator of quality.