Best Ahrefs Alternatives in 2026
Ahrefs scores 7.8/10 on our tests. Here are 2 alternatives worth considering in the AI SEO Tools space.
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The SEO toolset that backlink nerds swear by -- massive data, clean UI, and now with AI writing baked in
7.8
Current pick
Top Alternatives, Ranked
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AI-powered content optimization that tells you exactly what to write to rank on Google
Overall: 7.8/10No free tierFrom $89/month
Score Comparison
| Tool | Ease of Use | Output Quality | Value | Features | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahrefs(current) | 7.0 | 9.0 | 6.0 | 9.0 | 7.8 |
| SEMrush | 7.0 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 10.0 | 8.0 |
| Surfer SEO | 8.0 | 8.0 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 7.8 |
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