A detailed comparison between ProxyBase's high-yield open-source marketplace and PacketStream's low-yield flat-rate proxy network.
Open-Source Developer-Focused Network
Built for maximum security and node yield. Earn up to $1.80/GB (Residential) or $3.00/GB (Mobile) in major regions, run 100% open-source audited clients, and cash out stablecoins starting at just $1.00.
Minimalist Flat-Rate Marketplace
A simple peer-to-peer proxy model that lets users sell bandwidth as "Packeters". It offers a single uniform rate of $0.10/GB globally but keeps all clients closed-source and enforces standard payment accounts with flat transaction fees.
Compare the architecture, security, and payout terms side-by-side.
| Metric / Feature | ProxyBase.xyz | PacketStream |
|---|---|---|
| Seller Yield (US Residential) | $1.80 / GB (18x higher yield) | $0.10 / GB |
| Seller Yield (US Mobile) | $3.00 / GB (30x higher yield) | $0.10 / GB |
| Minimum Payout | $1.00 (Instant microcredits) | $5.00 |
| Cashout Fees | None (Standard gas only) | Flat 3% payout fee |
| Client Openness | 100% Open Source (GitHub audited) | Closed Source / Proprietary Binaries |
| KYC & Registration | No KYC (Anonymous Wallet Native) | Traditional Email/Password Accounts |
| Telemetry & Dashboards | Advanced Open REST/gRPC & Tauri map | Minimalistic Web Dashboard telemetry |
Why running open-source code yields higher payouts and keeps your local network safe.
PacketStream pays a completely flat $0.10 per GB shared, regardless of where your node is located. Because major proxy buyers value US and EU residential addresses highly, ProxyBase routes these at premium rates, passing up to $1.80/GB for residential and $3.00/GB for mobile connections directly back to you.
PacketStream is a minimalist app that requires running a closed-source daemon on Windows, macOS, or Linux. Since the daemon is proprietary, you cannot monitor what third-party API queries are executing on your hardware. ProxyBase's complete stack is open-source, giving you transparency over all yamux bridges.
PacketStream imposes a $5.00 cashout limit and deducts a flat 3% platform fee from your earnings. ProxyBase allows you to cash out your balance starting at just $1.00 directly to stablecoins (USDT/USDC) with zero middleman fees.
PacketStream utilizes email-based accounts that link your real-world billing/payment details to your network node. ProxyBase uses native cryptographic wallet authentication (Socks5/Web3 compatible). Your node logs are tied to an anonymous public key, preserving your home network privacy.
Unlock real market rates on your home or mobile connection. Deploy a ProxyBase open-source node now.