The two flagship SEO toolkits.
| Ahrefs | Semrush | |
|---|---|---|
| Backlinks | Best in class | Solid |
| Keywords | Strong | Strong |
| PPC tools | Basic | Stronger |
| Price | From $129/mo | From $139/mo |
| Content tools | Solid | Slightly richer |
Backlink analysis, cleaner UI, speed.
Combined SEO + PPC, content marketing tools.
Both work. Ahrefs for SEO purists, Semrush for marketing generalists.