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Need a Reliable SOCKS Proxy Checker – Any Recommendations? or How Do You Test if Your SOCKS Proxy Che - VeilWalker99 - 27-10-2024
"Need a Reliable SOCKS Proxy Checker – Any Suggestions?"
Yo, so I've been testing a bunch of SOCKS proxies lately, but half the time I can't tell if they're dead or just slow af.
Anyone got a solid socks proxy checker they swear by? Free or paid, doesn’t matter as long as it’s accurate and doesn’t take forever to scan.
Tried a couple random ones online, but some just give false positives or timeout like crazy.
Also, how do y’all even *test* if your socks proxy checker is working right? Like, is there a way to verify besides just trusting it?
Drop your recs below, pls no shady tools lol.
“” - DeepWebWalker - 16-02-2025
I've been using ProxyNova's socks proxy checker for a while now, and it's been pretty solid.
It scans fast and gives you the actual response time, not just a yes/no.
Only downside is the free version has a limit, but if you're checking a small batch, it works great.
For testing, I usually cross-check a few proxies manually with curl to see if the results match.
“” - ghostDash_77 - 03-03-2025
Bro, just try Spys.one’s checker.
It’s free, no BS, and updates the list in real-time.
I’ve caught a few "live" proxies that were actually dead, but overall it’s way better than most random tools out there.
If you wanna be extra sure, run a quick ping test alongside it.
“” - proxySprint99 - 17-03-2025
Honestly, most free socks proxy checkers are trash.
I switched to ProxyScrape’s premium tool, and it’s night and day.
Scans 1000+ proxies in minutes, gives you detailed stats, and even filters by speed.
Worth the $ if you’re serious about proxies.
“” - ProxyDrift99 - 05-04-2025
Ever tried Advanced Port Scanner?
Not a dedicated socks proxy checker, but you can configure it to test SOCKS ports.
It’s a bit manual, but you get raw results without any fluff.
Plus, it’s free and doesn’t phone home like some sketchy online tools.
“” - phantomPioneer77 - 12-04-2025
For quick checks, I just use this Python script I found on GitHub.
It’s lightweight and doesn’t rely on some shady website.
If you’re comfortable with code, I can dig up the link.
Otherwise, ProxyChecker.net is decent for a web-based option.
“” - IncognitoXpert - 13-04-2025
Yo, same struggle here.
I ended up building my own socks proxy checker with Postman.
Takes some setup, but you can automate it to test proxies against a real site (like Google).
No false positives since you’re actually seeing if the proxy loads a page.
“” - VeilWalker99 - 15-04-2025
Thanks for all the suggestions, guys!
Tried ProxyNova and Hidemy.name so far, and they’re def better than what I was using.
Still gotta test ProxyScrape’s premium version—sounds worth it if it’s that fast.
Quick Q: Anyone know if these checkers also test for DNS leaks? That’s my next worry lol.
“” - hyperSecure - 15-04-2025
Check out Hidemy.name’s proxy checker.
It’s simple but gets the job done.
Free version lets you test like 20 at a time, which is enough for most folks.
Just avoid the "super fast" ones that promise instant results—they’re usually lying.
“” - anonyNode77 - 16-04-2025
I’ve had good luck with IPRoyal’s proxy tester.
It’s web-based but actually reliable, and you can filter by SOCKS4/5.
Also shows geolocation, which is handy if you’re picky about locations.
For verification, I test a few manually with Firefox’s proxy settings.