Semrush vs Ahrefs

Which tool is right for you?

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Semrush

Online visibility management platform

4.5 From $129.95/mo
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Ahrefs

SEO tools and resources

4.5 From $99/mo
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Quick Verdict

Choose Semrush if:

You need digital marketers or agencies

Choose Ahrefs if:

You need seo professionals or marketers

Feature Comparison

Feature Semrush Ahrefs
Free tier
Starting price $129.95/mo $99/mo
G2 Rating 4.5/5 4.5/5
API Available

Pricing Comparison

Monthly Cost by Team Size

* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.

Semrush

Pros

  • All-in-one platform
  • PPC + SEO
  • Content tools
  • Competitive analysis

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Can be overwhelming
  • Some data limits

Ahrefs

Pros

  • Best backlink data
  • Accurate rankings
  • Great content tools
  • Comprehensive

Cons

  • Expensive
  • Learning curve
  • Limited users per plan

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