Phones to create mobile proxies
The iProxy.online mobile app allows you to create your own private mobile proxies in 5 minutes with just a few clicks. All you need is an Android phone or tablet.
The iProxy app is compatible with all Android devices, however, some phone models have earned the hearts of our users. These are phones that have been tested over years of use, are durable, trouble-free, and support all the important proxy features.
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We have selected over 100 recommended combinations [phone model + OS version]. These are the devices chosen by our wholesale users and proxy resellers. As well as phones with a total «mileage» in iProxy of more than a few years.
If you didn't find your phone in the list, it DOES NOT mean that it is not compatible with iProxy! It means that it is not popular enough among our users yet.
What phone features are listed in the table
iProxy`s choice
iProxy's ChoiceThe most tested phone models that we are 100% sure of reliability and stability. If you are planning to buy a device specifically for iProxy, it is best to choose one of these options.
Digital Assistant and root
iProxy.online supports remote IP proxy rotation. This can be implemented in 3 ways:
- Setting up a digital assistant — the easiest method.
- Gaining root access — a complex method with the risk of irreversibly damaging the phone, recommended only for advanced users.
- The MacroDroid app — a simple solution that works on any phone, but with very limited IP rotation functionality (only at periodic intervals, which can only be changed directly on the phone).
In the recommended phone table, we indicate the compatibility of each model with digital assistant setup and gaining root access. A checkmark indicates that, based on user experience, this feature most likely works well on that device.
MacroDroid works on all Android models, so it is not listed in the table.
If your phone is not labeled Digital Assistant or root, it DOES NOT mean that these features do not work on this phone! It means that our users usually do not use these features on such devices.
5G
5G support.
Market availability
The availability of such phones in the region (but if you like some model, keep in mind that you can always arrange for delivery from a different region).
List of verified phones
General recommendations
- CPU: ARM Cortex-A53 is not recommended. Better to choose devices with 2Gb+ RAM.
- If you’re planning on buying a special phone to work with iProxy.online, DON’T pick Meizu since these models require you to perform extra steps when turning off energy-saving mode.
- Practice shows that for Huawei and Honor models, you’ll likely have to toggle off energy-saving mode and enable Auto-starts/Auto-launches. Fiddle around with the settings and turn off anything that may potentially prevent iProxy and OpenVPN from running in the background. Here’s an example of how to disable power saving modes for Xiaomi models (without needing to mess around with too many settings): Youtube video guide.
- If you’re buying a new phone specifically for working with iProxy — choose phones we listed in the table and marked as ROOT. Huawei and Honor models are one of the most difficult to root. We recommend Alcatel 1 5033d Android 8.1.0 (one of the cheapest rootable phones. You can find a used model for around 1-2 thousand rub.), Ulefone s10 pro, etc.
- Xiaomi phones performed well enough, but there’s certain models that don’t work properly with proxies. If you ALREADY have a Xiaomi, install the app and test it out to see whether it works for you. If you’re still just planning to purchase a phone for working with proxies, DON’T choose Xiaomi, since there are other phone brands that are much more likely to work properly with mobile proxies.
Phones that are NOT RECOMMENDED
According to our users' feedback, these phones are best avoided. If you already own one of these models, we recommend testing and verifying it yourself. However, if you're considering a new purchase, we strongly advise against choosing these phones.
| Brand | Model | Version | Comment |
| МТС | Smart Sprint 4G | - | A lagging weak phone. Perhaps, it can’t withstand such loads. But the proxies launch properly |
| Alcatel | 5033E | 11 | Can't install root access, Voice Assistant is not active |
| Alcatel | 5033F | 11 | Can't install root access, Digital Assistant is not active, Macrodroid can't be set up |
| Alcatel | 5033Y | 11 | Can't install root access, Digital Assistant is not active, Macrodroid can't be set up |
| Alcatel | 5045d | - | Didn’t work very well for the user |
| Asus | Z00ED | 6.0.1 | Proxies can be launched, but root access won't be able to toggle Airplane mode |
| Blackview | BV9100 | 9 | Can't install OpenVPN |
| Digma | LINX A400 3G LT4001PG | - | The model is too outdated |
| Digma | LINX ALFA 3G LT4047MG | 8.1.0 | Proxies constantly toggle off. The program disappears from the list of running apps. Glitchy phone |
| Fly | FS458 | 6 | Proxies don’t launch properly |
| Pixel 3 | - | Wi-Fi works through proxies, while mobile Internet doesn’t | |
| Walleye | 5.1.1 | - | |
| Huawei | ATU-L21 | 8 | WiFi split options doesn't work |
| Huawei | COL-L29 | 9 | Proxy installation is successful but they occasionally turn off. Perhaps, the user failed to toggle off all energy-saving modes for the proxies to work properly |
| Huawei | JAT-LX1 | - | TLS issues |
| Huawei | RNE-L21 | 8 | Proxy installation is successful but they occasionally turn off. Perhaps, the user failed to toggle off all energy-saving modes for the proxies to work properly |
| Lenovo | Vibe k5 | - | User-tested. Starts randomly glitching out. Rooting guide: on request to our Tech support |
| LG | K10 | - | Root |
| LG | LM-X210 | 7.1.2 | Proxies don’t launch properly. TLS, HTTP errors |
| Meizu | M5 | 6 | Proxies are connected but don't work |
| Meizu | M5c Note | 6 | Proxies don’t launch properly |
| Meizu | M6 Note | 7.1.2 | Proxies don’t launch properly |
| Meizu | U10 | 6 | In the Macrodroid, it is not possible to fix the Airplane mode button toggle. And you can't change IP address via the voice assistant |
| Nokia | c1 Plus | - | Proxies don’t launch properly |
| Samsung | GT-I9500 | 5.0.1 | Proxies launch but don’t actually work. The problem is the DNS. The model is too antiquated |
| Samsung | GT-I9505 | - | - |
| Samsung | SCH-I545 | 5.0.1 | Proxies launch but don’t actually work |
| Samsung | SM-A207F | 11 | WiFi split options doesn't work |
| Samsung | SM-A300FU | 6 | Root access and Voice Assistant can't toggle airplane mode, Macrodroid can't be set up |
| Samsung | SM-A515F | 10 | The phone cuts the speed through the proxy down to 0.2 Mbps |
| Samsung | SM-G925I | 7 | - |
| Samsung | SM-J500M | 6.0.1 | Wi-Fi split option doesn't work |
| Samsung | SM-N900 | 5 | Proxies don’t launch properly |
| Samsung | SM-N900V | 5 | DNS issues |
| Techno Mobile Limited | BC3 | 10 | - |
| TeXet | TM-5076 | - | No control over VPN |
| Ulefone | Note 13P | 11 | OpenVPN crashes |
| Ulefone | Note 14 | 12 | OpenVPN crashes |
| Xiaomi | 21081111RG | 11 | WiFi split options doesn't work |
| Xiaomi | 220733SFG | 12 | Digital Assistant crashes |
| Xiaomi | 23028RNCAG | 13 | Digital Assistant crashes |
| Xiaomi | Mi Max | - | - |
| Xiaomi | Redmi 3s | - | - |
| Xiaomi | Redmi 4 | 6.0.1 | Proxies launch, but occasionally stop working |
| Xiaomi | Redmi 6 | 9 | Proxies launch, work, but do not change IP even after a long delay in airplane mode |
| Xiaomi | Redmi Go | 8.1.0 | Voice Assistant crashes after reloading reboot |
| Xiaomi | Redmi Note 3 | 5.0.2 | Proxies don’t launch properly |
| Xiaomi | Redmi Note 5A | 7.1.2 | Proxies don’t launch properly |
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FAQ
What can you use mobile proxies for?
Mobile proxies can be used for various purposes such as web scraping, social media management, ad verification, market research, and maintaining online anonymity and security.
What do I need to start using mobile proxies?
Do your mobile proxies support multiple locations?
How often can I change the IP?
How many connections can I use for one proxy?
You can create up to 15 proxy accesses for 1 device. However, for simultaneous operation in, for instance, 5 unique IPs for 5 profiles, you'll need 5 phones, 5 SIM cards, and 5 iProxy subscriptions.
Are there any usage limits or restrictions?
Do you replace Passive OS Fingerprint (TCP/IP, pOf)?
Yes, we do.
- Alcatel 1 5033D (Android 8.1.0, rooted via iProxy) – This is the device we specifically developed and validated this feature on.
- Rooted Samsung devices
- Rooted Google Pixel devices
- Rooted Motorola devices
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