Quick verdict
Try PacketStream if you like a straightforward residential proxy marketplace story. Try Pawns.app if you want surveys/crypto cash-out options alongside sharing.
Many users eventually run both on separate hardware. Start with one IP discipline.
Practical differences
- PacketStream — strong “share bandwidth, get paid” positioning
- Pawns.app — bandwidth + optional extras; often cited lower thresholds (verify live)
- Both: official clients only; watch dashboard quality scores