Hey folks, have you noticed a lot of SEO pros and agencies ditching Ahrefs lately? The service fees have shot up, but some feel like the added features don’t quite justify the cost hike. For big agencies, it’s just a blip in the budget, but for smaller ones, it’s a bigger deal.
So, with that in mind, a lot of us are looking into alternatives. Semrush, SE Ranking, MOZ, and Screaming Frog seem to be the top contenders. Remember when Alexa was the big thing in SEO? Feels like we’re at a similar crossroads now.
Personally, I’ve been using Screaming Frog and SE Ranking. Semrush seems like the main competitor to Ahrefs, but man, their prices are steep. Wonder if they’ll tweak that soon?
Screaming Frog’s great for tech audits, but their keyword analysis? Meh. SE Ranking’s not a direct rival to Ahrefs, but they offer a fresh perspective. And MOZ? Kinda feels outdated, don’t you think?
Sure, there are tons of free SEO tools, but they’re not always reliable. So, if you’re thinking of jumping ship from Ahrefs, Semrush might be your best bet if your budget allows. But if you’re watching your spending, SE Ranking’s worth a look.
What do you guys think? Sticking with Ahrefs or eyeing up the competition?