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Raw Queries and Responses

1. Shard Calculation

Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 64 (from laksa029)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa064.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/","crawl_time":1775896477,"first_indexed_time":1658773153,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,webfx!www,\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/ s443","src_root_hash":"14994341350043755464","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which Is the Best Fit for You?","meta_descriptions":["Ahrefs and Semrush are both excellent SEO tools. But which should you choose? Read on for a full Ahrefs vs. Semrush comparison!"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"If you want to market your business online,\nsearch engine optimization (SEO)\nis critical. It’s what helps your site rank in relevant Google search results so people will find it and become leads. But whether you’re new to SEO or you’re an SEO expert, you can benefit from using some tools.\nSEO tools help you streamline optimizing your web content and boosting your rankings. And two of the best SEO tools on the market are\nAhrefs\nand\nSemrush\n. You may have heard of these tools before, and if so, you might be wondering which is better.\nSo, Ahrefs vs. Semrush — which is the best choice for your business? To learn the answer to that question, just keep reading.\nAhrefs vs. Semrush: Which is better?\nSemrush and Ahrefs are\ntop-tier SEO tools\nfor your business. It can be difficult to label one of them as being clearly superior. For that reason, we’ll explore the question of Semrush vs. Ahrefs by comparing the two in a few different categories. Read on for the full breakdown!\nEase of use\nThe first category we’ll look at is ease of use. You don’t want to get stuck with a tool that you can’t figure out how to work. So, how easy to use are Ahrefs and Semrush?\nAhrefs\nAhrefs gives you access to plenty of data, so it’s easy to assume it’d be hard to navigate –– but that’s not the case. Ahrefs is incredibly intuitive and lets you view large amounts of data at a quick glance. Everything is clearly organized, so you’ll have no trouble finding your way around.\nSemrush\nSemrush is also highly organized. While it doesn’t offer the same cohesive data summaries as Ahrefs, it does have a leg up when it comes to customer outreach. Ahrefs requires you to export your data to other tools for outreach, while Semrush lets you do it right in the platform. \nEven so, Ahrefs edges out Semrush by a small margin in this category due to its more intuitive and navigable interface.\nWinner:\nAhrefs\nBacklink analysis\nBacklinks\nare a vital part of improving your Google rankings. By earning links to your content on authoritative, third-party sites, you can convince Google that your content is authoritative as well. Both Semrush and Ahrefs are helpful for\nanalyzing your backlinks\n, but which one is better?\nAhrefs\nAhrefs comes with many different helpful backlink analysis capabilities. It can tell you information about where your backlinks originate, what anchor text they use, and more. It even lets you see which websites are linking to your competitors but not to you.\nSemrush\nSemrush contains all the same features as those listed above for Ahrefs. There’s some variability in how effective those tools are, but for the most part, they’re on even ground.\nThe one thing that sets Semrush apart is its link-building tool, which helps you find the best sites to target with requests for new backlinks. Since Ahrefs doesn’t have that, Semrush wins this round.\nWinner:\nSemrush\nDomain analysis\nA\ndomain analysis\nis much broader than a backlink analysis. Rather than focusing on a specific feature, this type of analysis essentially conducts an automated audit of your website to gauge your overall SEO performance. Ahrefs and Semrush both feature a version of this analysis.\nAhrefs\nAhrefs makes conducting a domain analysis easy. All you do is plug in your domain name, and then the tool does the rest. It can give you insights into how many visitors your site is earning, how many keywords it’s ranking for, and more. Best of all, you can see all this information right from your dashboard.\nSemrush\nSemrush offers the same essential functions as Ahrefs when it comes to domain analysis. The reason it doesn’t quite match Ahrefs in this category, however, is that it makes it a bit more difficult to obtain the data. It’s not a major problem, but it’s not as readily accessible as Ahrefs, which puts it right on your dashboard. \nWinner:\nAhrefs\nKeyword research\nOne of the most important features of both Semrush and Ahrefs is\nkeyword research\n. Both tools help you find the best keywords to target in your content, but which one does it better?\nAhrefs\nAhrefs is great for finding new keywords that are relevant to your company. More than that, though, it can tell you a lot about keywords you’re currently ranking for (or thinking about targeting), including who’s currently ranking for it and how many clicks it’s likely to generate.\nSemrush\nSemrush doesn’t offer quite as much variety when it comes to the type of information it can provide about keywords. However, it makes up for it by giving you insights into the\nsearch intent\nof different keywords, something Ahrefs doesn’t do.\nUltimately, the better tool depends on your priorities. If you’re desperate to know search intent, Semrush might be better. But if you want to search for a wider variety of keywords, Ahrefs is your best bet.\nWinner:\nTie\nPricing\nThe final category we’ll look at is pricing. Let’s look briefly at a pricing comparison for Semrush vs. Ahrefs.\nAhrefs\nThe pricing for Ahrefs is fairly simple. It offers four different plans, which are as follows:\nLite: $99\/month\nStandard: $179\/month\nAdvanced: $399\/month\nEnterprise: $999\/month\nNote that the cheaper plans lack access to some of Ahrefs’ most helpful tools, so you’ll have to pay more to access them.\nSemrush\nSemrush offers three main plans to choose from. Those plans include:\nPro: $119.95\/month\nGuru: $229.95\/month\nBusiness: $449.95\/month\nYou can also get a quote on a custom Enterprise plan.\nAhrefs technically has the cheapest plan, but that plan also comes with less value than Semrush. That’s in part because with Semrush, you’ll have access to all the key tools even on the least expensive plan, whereas Ahrefs restricts many of its core tools to the more expensive options.\nWinner:\nSemrush\nSemrush vs. Ahrefs: Which one wins?\nNow that we’ve examined Ahrefs vs. Semrush in each of the above categories, what’s the final verdict on which platform is better?\nIf you wanted to take a raw tally of the above results, it comes out to a tie. But even if it didn’t, the answer still wouldn’t be that simple. The best platform for you depends on your unique needs.\nIf your priority is on overall SEO insights and ease of use, Ahrefs is the way to go. On the other hand, if you want somewhat more detailed data and more value for your money, Semrush could be the better choice. Be sure to assess your priorities before choosing.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content ↓](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/#page-main-content)\n\n[REVENUE DRIVEN FOR OUR CLIENTS \\$10,085,355,239+](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/about\/results\/)\n\n- [Client Login](https:\/\/app.webfx.com\/)\n- [888-601-5359](tel:8886015359)\n\n[Get a Proposal](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/free-quote\/)\n\n[![WebFX Logo](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/webfx-logo.svg)](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/)\n\nDigital Marketing  \nThat Drives Revenue®\n\n[Client Login](https:\/\/app.webfx.com\/)\n\n[Get a Proposal](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/free-quote\/)\n\n![Logos of Ahrefs and SEMrush on a gradient background.](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/ahrefs-and-semrush-logos.png)\n\n- [Home](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/)\n- [Blog](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/)\n- [Marketing](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/)\n- Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which Is the Best Option for Your Business?\n# Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which Is the Best Option for Your Business?\n\n- ![Clock Icon](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/wp-content\/themes\/fx\/assets\/img\/blocks\/general\/wysiwyg\/author-meta\/v3\/clock-icon.png?2)   [6 min. read]()\n- [![ChatGPT Icon](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/wp-content\/themes\/fx\/assets\/img\/blocks\/general\/wysiwyg\/chatgpt-btn.svg) Summarize in 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![Matthew Gibbons](https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f8d17af01fc5a810c36247204a0f42d9f10f1bb1200abaac9a2d77b1f6a66dd2?s=48&d=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webfx.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Ffx%2Fassets%2Fimg%2Ffx-gravatar.jpeg&r=g)\n  [Matthew Gibbons ![Verified badge](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/wp-content\/themes\/fx\/assets\/img\/blocks\/general\/wysiwyg\/author-meta\/v3\/checkmark-icon.png) Senior Data & Tech Writer ![Chevron Down Icon](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/wp-content\/themes\/fx\/assets\/img\/blocks\/general\/wysiwyg\/author-meta\/v3\/chevron-down-icon.png)](\"Author's Bio\")\n- Matthew Gibbons is a Senior Data & Tech Writer at WebFX, where he strives to help businesses understand niche and complex marketing topics related to SEO, martech, and more. With a B.A. in Professional and Public Writing from Auburn University, he’s written over 1,000 marketing guides and video scripts since joining the company in 2020. In addition to the WebFX blog, you can find his work on SEO.com, Nutshell, TeamAI, and the WebFX YouTube channel. When he’s not pumping out fresh blog posts and articles, he’s usually fueling his Tolkien obsession or working on his latest creative project.\n\n#### [Table of Contents](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/)\n- [Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which is better?](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-0)\n- [Ease of use](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-1)\n- [Backlink analysis](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-4)\n- [Domain analysis](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-7)\n- [Keyword research](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-10)\n- [Pricing](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-13)\n- [Semrush vs. Ahrefs: Which one wins?](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/ahrefs-vs-semrush\/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-16)\n\nIf you want to market your business online, [search engine optimization (SEO)](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/seo\/what-is-seo-in-digital-marketing\/) is critical. It’s what helps your site rank in relevant Google search results so people will find it and become leads. But whether you’re new to SEO or you’re an SEO expert, you can benefit from using some tools.\n\nSEO tools help you streamline optimizing your web content and boosting your rankings. And two of the best SEO tools on the market are [Ahrefs](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/digital-marketing\/glossary\/what-is-ahrefs\/) and [Semrush](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/digital-marketing\/glossary\/what-is-semrush\/). You may have heard of these tools before, and if so, you might be wondering which is better.\n\nSo, Ahrefs vs. Semrush — which is the best choice for your business? To learn the answer to that question, just keep reading.\n\n## Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which is better?\nSemrush and Ahrefs are [top-tier SEO tools](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/best-seo-tools\/) for your business. It can be difficult to label one of them as being clearly superior. For that reason, we’ll explore the question of Semrush vs. Ahrefs by comparing the two in a few different categories. Read on for the full breakdown\\!\n\n### Ease of use\nThe first category we’ll look at is ease of use. You don’t want to get stuck with a tool that you can’t figure out how to work. So, how easy to use are Ahrefs and Semrush?\n\n#### Ahrefs\nAhrefs gives you access to plenty of data, so it’s easy to assume it’d be hard to navigate –– but that’s not the case. Ahrefs is incredibly intuitive and lets you view large amounts of data at a quick glance. Everything is clearly organized, so you’ll have no trouble finding your way around.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush is also highly organized. While it doesn’t offer the same cohesive data summaries as Ahrefs, it does have a leg up when it comes to customer outreach. Ahrefs requires you to export your data to other tools for outreach, while Semrush lets you do it right in the platform.\n\nEven so, Ahrefs edges out Semrush by a small margin in this category due to its more intuitive and navigable interface.\n\n**Winner:** Ahrefs\n\n### Backlink analysis\n[Backlinks](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/seo\/glossary\/what-are-backlinks\/) are a vital part of improving your Google rankings. By earning links to your content on authoritative, third-party sites, you can convince Google that your content is authoritative as well. Both Semrush and Ahrefs are helpful for [analyzing your backlinks](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/seo\/glossary\/what-is-a-backlink-analysis\/), but which one is better?\n\n#### Ahrefs\nAhrefs comes with many different helpful backlink analysis capabilities. It can tell you information about where your backlinks originate, what anchor text they use, and more. It even lets you see which websites are linking to your competitors but not to you.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush contains all the same features as those listed above for Ahrefs. There’s some variability in how effective those tools are, but for the most part, they’re on even ground.\n\nThe one thing that sets Semrush apart is its link-building tool, which helps you find the best sites to target with requests for new backlinks. Since Ahrefs doesn’t have that, Semrush wins this round.\n\n**Winner:** Semrush\n\n### Domain analysis\nA [domain analysis](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/seo\/learn\/how-to-check-domain-authority\/) is much broader than a backlink analysis. Rather than focusing on a specific feature, this type of analysis essentially conducts an automated audit of your website to gauge your overall SEO performance. Ahrefs and Semrush both feature a version of this analysis.\n\n#### Ahrefs\nAhrefs makes conducting a domain analysis easy. All you do is plug in your domain name, and then the tool does the rest. It can give you insights into how many visitors your site is earning, how many keywords it’s ranking for, and more. Best of all, you can see all this information right from your dashboard.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush offers the same essential functions as Ahrefs when it comes to domain analysis. The reason it doesn’t quite match Ahrefs in this category, however, is that it makes it a bit more difficult to obtain the data. It’s not a major problem, but it’s not as readily accessible as Ahrefs, which puts it right on your dashboard.\n\n**Winner:** Ahrefs\n\n### Keyword research\nOne of the most important features of both Semrush and Ahrefs is [keyword research](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/seo\/how-to-do-keyword-research-for-beginners\/). Both tools help you find the best keywords to target in your content, but which one does it better?\n\n#### Ahrefs\nAhrefs is great for finding new keywords that are relevant to your company. More than that, though, it can tell you a lot about keywords you’re currently ranking for (or thinking about targeting), including who’s currently ranking for it and how many clicks it’s likely to generate.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush doesn’t offer quite as much variety when it comes to the type of information it can provide about keywords. However, it makes up for it by giving you insights into the [search intent](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/seo\/learn\/why-search-intent-matters-to-seo\/) of different keywords, something Ahrefs doesn’t do.\n\nUltimately, the better tool depends on your priorities. If you’re desperate to know search intent, Semrush might be better. But if you want to search for a wider variety of keywords, Ahrefs is your best bet.\n\n**Winner:** Tie\n\n### Pricing\nThe final category we’ll look at is pricing. Let’s look briefly at a pricing comparison for Semrush vs. Ahrefs.\n\n#### Ahrefs\nThe pricing for Ahrefs is fairly simple. It offers four different plans, which are as follows:\n\n- Lite: \\$99\/month\n- Standard: \\$179\/month\n- Advanced: \\$399\/month\n- Enterprise: \\$999\/month\n\nNote that the cheaper plans lack access to some of Ahrefs’ most helpful tools, so you’ll have to pay more to access them.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush offers three main plans to choose from. Those plans include:\n\n- Pro: \\$119.95\/month\n- Guru: \\$229.95\/month\n- Business: \\$449.95\/month\n\nYou can also get a quote on a custom Enterprise plan.\n\nAhrefs technically has the cheapest plan, but that plan also comes with less value than Semrush. That’s in part because with Semrush, you’ll have access to all the key tools even on the least expensive plan, whereas Ahrefs restricts many of its core tools to the more expensive options.\n\n**Winner:** Semrush\n\n## Semrush vs. Ahrefs: Which one wins?\nNow that we’ve examined Ahrefs vs. Semrush in each of the above categories, what’s the final verdict on which platform is better?\n\nIf you wanted to take a raw tally of the above results, it comes out to a tie. But even if it didn’t, the answer still wouldn’t be that simple. The best platform for you depends on your unique needs.\n\nIf your priority is on overall SEO insights and ease of use, Ahrefs is the way to go. On the other hand, if you want somewhat more detailed data and more value for your money, Semrush could be the better choice. Be sure to assess your priorities before choosing.\n\n- ![Matthew Gibbons](https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f8d17af01fc5a810c36247204a0f42d9f10f1bb1200abaac9a2d77b1f6a66dd2?s=48&d=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webfx.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Ffx%2Fassets%2Fimg%2Ffx-gravatar.jpeg&r=g)\n  Matthew Gibbons is a Senior Data & Tech Writer at WebFX, where he strives to help businesses understand niche and complex marketing topics related to SEO, martech, and more. With a B.A. in Professional and Public Writing from Auburn University, he’s written over 1,000 marketing guides and video scripts since joining the company in 2020. In addition to the WebFX blog, you can find his work on SEO.com, Nutshell, TeamAI, and the WebFX YouTube channel. When he’s not pumping out fresh blog posts and articles, he’s usually fueling his Tolkien obsession or working on his latest creative project.\n- ![WebFX Round Logo](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/wp-content\/themes\/fx\/assets\/img\/blocks\/general\/wysiwyg\/webfx-round-icon.png)\n  WebFX is a full-service marketing agency with 1,100+ client reviews and a 4.9-star rating on Clutch! Find out how our expert team and revenue-accelerating tech can drive results for you! [Learn more](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/about\/our-approach\/)\n\n### Try our free Marketing Calculator\nCraft a tailored online marketing strategy! 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Our 2026 study of 15 industries reveals real backlink benchmarks, with expert insights and strategies.](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/032611_how_many_backlinks_do_i_need_to_rank_study-1024x384.png) 2026 Backlink Study by Industry: How Many Backlinks Do I Need To Rank? 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It’s what helps your site rank in relevant Google search results so people will find it and become leads. But whether you’re new to SEO or you’re an SEO expert, you can benefit from using some tools.\n\nSEO tools help you streamline optimizing your web content and boosting your rankings. And two of the best SEO tools on the market are [Ahrefs](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/digital-marketing\/glossary\/what-is-ahrefs\/) and [Semrush](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/digital-marketing\/glossary\/what-is-semrush\/). You may have heard of these tools before, and if so, you might be wondering which is better.\n\nSo, Ahrefs vs. Semrush — which is the best choice for your business? To learn the answer to that question, just keep reading.\n\n## Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which is better?\nSemrush and Ahrefs are [top-tier SEO tools](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/marketing\/best-seo-tools\/) for your business. It can be difficult to label one of them as being clearly superior. For that reason, we’ll explore the question of Semrush vs. Ahrefs by comparing the two in a few different categories. Read on for the full breakdown\\!\n\n### Ease of use\nThe first category we’ll look at is ease of use. You don’t want to get stuck with a tool that you can’t figure out how to work. So, how easy to use are Ahrefs and Semrush?\n\n#### Ahrefs\nAhrefs gives you access to plenty of data, so it’s easy to assume it’d be hard to navigate –– but that’s not the case. Ahrefs is incredibly intuitive and lets you view large amounts of data at a quick glance. Everything is clearly organized, so you’ll have no trouble finding your way around.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush is also highly organized. While it doesn’t offer the same cohesive data summaries as Ahrefs, it does have a leg up when it comes to customer outreach. Ahrefs requires you to export your data to other tools for outreach, while Semrush lets you do it right in the platform.\n\nEven so, Ahrefs edges out Semrush by a small margin in this category due to its more intuitive and navigable interface.\n\n**Winner:** Ahrefs\n\n### Backlink analysis\n[Backlinks](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/seo\/glossary\/what-are-backlinks\/) are a vital part of improving your Google rankings. By earning links to your content on authoritative, third-party sites, you can convince Google that your content is authoritative as well. Both Semrush and Ahrefs are helpful for [analyzing your backlinks](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/seo\/glossary\/what-is-a-backlink-analysis\/), but which one is better?\n\n#### Ahrefs\nAhrefs comes with many different helpful backlink analysis capabilities. It can tell you information about where your backlinks originate, what anchor text they use, and more. It even lets you see which websites are linking to your competitors but not to you.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush contains all the same features as those listed above for Ahrefs. There’s some variability in how effective those tools are, but for the most part, they’re on even ground.\n\nThe one thing that sets Semrush apart is its link-building tool, which helps you find the best sites to target with requests for new backlinks. Since Ahrefs doesn’t have that, Semrush wins this round.\n\n**Winner:** Semrush\n\n### Domain analysis\nA [domain analysis](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/seo\/learn\/how-to-check-domain-authority\/) is much broader than a backlink analysis. Rather than focusing on a specific feature, this type of analysis essentially conducts an automated audit of your website to gauge your overall SEO performance. Ahrefs and Semrush both feature a version of this analysis.\n\n#### Ahrefs\nAhrefs makes conducting a domain analysis easy. All you do is plug in your domain name, and then the tool does the rest. It can give you insights into how many visitors your site is earning, how many keywords it’s ranking for, and more. Best of all, you can see all this information right from your dashboard.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush offers the same essential functions as Ahrefs when it comes to domain analysis. The reason it doesn’t quite match Ahrefs in this category, however, is that it makes it a bit more difficult to obtain the data. It’s not a major problem, but it’s not as readily accessible as Ahrefs, which puts it right on your dashboard.\n\n**Winner:** Ahrefs\n\n### Keyword research\nOne of the most important features of both Semrush and Ahrefs is [keyword research](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/blog\/seo\/how-to-do-keyword-research-for-beginners\/). Both tools help you find the best keywords to target in your content, but which one does it better?\n\n#### Ahrefs\nAhrefs is great for finding new keywords that are relevant to your company. More than that, though, it can tell you a lot about keywords you’re currently ranking for (or thinking about targeting), including who’s currently ranking for it and how many clicks it’s likely to generate.\n\n#### Semrush\nSemrush doesn’t offer quite as much variety when it comes to the type of information it can provide about keywords. However, it makes up for it by giving you insights into the [search intent](https:\/\/www.webfx.com\/seo\/learn\/why-search-intent-matters-to-seo\/) of different keywords, something Ahrefs doesn’t do.\n\nUltimately, the better tool depends on your priorities. If you’re desperate to know search intent, Semrush might be better. 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Boilerpipe Text	If you want to market your business online, search engine optimization (SEO) is critical. It’s what helps your site rank in relevant Google search results so people will find it and become leads. But whether you’re new to SEO or you’re an SEO expert, you can benefit from using some tools. SEO tools help you streamline optimizing your web content and boosting your rankings. And two of the best SEO tools on the market are Ahrefs and Semrush . You may have heard of these tools before, and if so, you might be wondering which is better. So, Ahrefs vs. Semrush — which is the best choice for your business? To learn the answer to that question, just keep reading. Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which is better? Semrush and Ahrefs are top-tier SEO tools for your business. It can be difficult to label one of them as being clearly superior. For that reason, we’ll explore the question of Semrush vs. Ahrefs by comparing the two in a few different categories. Read on for the full breakdown! Ease of use The first category we’ll look at is ease of use. You don’t want to get stuck with a tool that you can’t figure out how to work. So, how easy to use are Ahrefs and Semrush? Ahrefs Ahrefs gives you access to plenty of data, so it’s easy to assume it’d be hard to navigate –– but that’s not the case. Ahrefs is incredibly intuitive and lets you view large amounts of data at a quick glance. Everything is clearly organized, so you’ll have no trouble finding your way around. Semrush Semrush is also highly organized. While it doesn’t offer the same cohesive data summaries as Ahrefs, it does have a leg up when it comes to customer outreach. Ahrefs requires you to export your data to other tools for outreach, while Semrush lets you do it right in the platform. Even so, Ahrefs edges out Semrush by a small margin in this category due to its more intuitive and navigable interface. Winner: Ahrefs Backlink analysis Backlinks are a vital part of improving your Google rankings. By earning links to your content on authoritative, third-party sites, you can convince Google that your content is authoritative as well. Both Semrush and Ahrefs are helpful for analyzing your backlinks , but which one is better? Ahrefs Ahrefs comes with many different helpful backlink analysis capabilities. It can tell you information about where your backlinks originate, what anchor text they use, and more. It even lets you see which websites are linking to your competitors but not to you. Semrush Semrush contains all the same features as those listed above for Ahrefs. There’s some variability in how effective those tools are, but for the most part, they’re on even ground. The one thing that sets Semrush apart is its link-building tool, which helps you find the best sites to target with requests for new backlinks. Since Ahrefs doesn’t have that, Semrush wins this round. Winner: Semrush Domain analysis A domain analysis is much broader than a backlink analysis. Rather than focusing on a specific feature, this type of analysis essentially conducts an automated audit of your website to gauge your overall SEO performance. Ahrefs and Semrush both feature a version of this analysis. Ahrefs Ahrefs makes conducting a domain analysis easy. All you do is plug in your domain name, and then the tool does the rest. It can give you insights into how many visitors your site is earning, how many keywords it’s ranking for, and more. Best of all, you can see all this information right from your dashboard. Semrush Semrush offers the same essential functions as Ahrefs when it comes to domain analysis. The reason it doesn’t quite match Ahrefs in this category, however, is that it makes it a bit more difficult to obtain the data. It’s not a major problem, but it’s not as readily accessible as Ahrefs, which puts it right on your dashboard. Winner: Ahrefs Keyword research One of the most important features of both Semrush and Ahrefs is keyword research . Both tools help you find the best keywords to target in your content, but which one does it better? Ahrefs Ahrefs is great for finding new keywords that are relevant to your company. More than that, though, it can tell you a lot about keywords you’re currently ranking for (or thinking about targeting), including who’s currently ranking for it and how many clicks it’s likely to generate. Semrush Semrush doesn’t offer quite as much variety when it comes to the type of information it can provide about keywords. However, it makes up for it by giving you insights into the search intent of different keywords, something Ahrefs doesn’t do. Ultimately, the better tool depends on your priorities. If you’re desperate to know search intent, Semrush might be better. But if you want to search for a wider variety of keywords, Ahrefs is your best bet. Winner: Tie Pricing The final category we’ll look at is pricing. Let’s look briefly at a pricing comparison for Semrush vs. Ahrefs. Ahrefs The pricing for Ahrefs is fairly simple. It offers four different plans, which are as follows: Lite: $99/month Standard: $179/month Advanced: $399/month Enterprise: $999/month Note that the cheaper plans lack access to some of Ahrefs’ most helpful tools, so you’ll have to pay more to access them. Semrush Semrush offers three main plans to choose from. Those plans include: Pro: $119.95/month Guru: $229.95/month Business: $449.95/month You can also get a quote on a custom Enterprise plan. Ahrefs technically has the cheapest plan, but that plan also comes with less value than Semrush. That’s in part because with Semrush, you’ll have access to all the key tools even on the least expensive plan, whereas Ahrefs restricts many of its core tools to the more expensive options. Winner: Semrush Semrush vs. Ahrefs: Which one wins? Now that we’ve examined Ahrefs vs. Semrush in each of the above categories, what’s the final verdict on which platform is better? If you wanted to take a raw tally of the above results, it comes out to a tie. But even if it didn’t, the answer still wouldn’t be that simple. The best platform for you depends on your unique needs. If your priority is on overall SEO insights and ease of use, Ahrefs is the way to go. On the other hand, if you want somewhat more detailed data and more value for your money, Semrush could be the better choice. Be sure to assess your priorities before choosing.
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![Matthew Gibbons](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/f8d17af01fc5a810c36247204a0f42d9f10f1bb1200abaac9a2d77b1f6a66dd2?s=48&d=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webfx.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Ffx%2Fassets%2Fimg%2Ffx-gravatar.jpeg&r=g) [Matthew Gibbons ![Verified badge](https://www.webfx.com/wp-content/themes/fx/assets/img/blocks/general/wysiwyg/author-meta/v3/checkmark-icon.png) Senior Data & Tech Writer ![Chevron Down Icon](https://www.webfx.com/wp-content/themes/fx/assets/img/blocks/general/wysiwyg/author-meta/v3/chevron-down-icon.png)]("Author's Bio") - Matthew Gibbons is a Senior Data & Tech Writer at WebFX, where he strives to help businesses understand niche and complex marketing topics related to SEO, martech, and more. With a B.A. in Professional and Public Writing from Auburn University, he’s written over 1,000 marketing guides and video scripts since joining the company in 2020. In addition to the WebFX blog, you can find his work on SEO.com, Nutshell, TeamAI, and the WebFX YouTube channel. When he’s not pumping out fresh blog posts and articles, he’s usually fueling his Tolkien obsession or working on his latest creative project. #### [Table of Contents](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/) - [Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which is better?](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-0) - [Ease of use](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-1) - [Backlink analysis](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-4) - [Domain analysis](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-7) - [Keyword research](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-10) - [Pricing](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-13) - [Semrush vs. Ahrefs: Which one wins?](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/ahrefs-vs-semrush/#91bc48b35ac511349b209603bfa67587-16) If you want to market your business online, [search engine optimization (SEO)](https://www.webfx.com/blog/seo/what-is-seo-in-digital-marketing/) is critical. It’s what helps your site rank in relevant Google search results so people will find it and become leads. But whether you’re new to SEO or you’re an SEO expert, you can benefit from using some tools. SEO tools help you streamline optimizing your web content and boosting your rankings. And two of the best SEO tools on the market are [Ahrefs](https://www.webfx.com/digital-marketing/glossary/what-is-ahrefs/) and [Semrush](https://www.webfx.com/digital-marketing/glossary/what-is-semrush/). You may have heard of these tools before, and if so, you might be wondering which is better. So, Ahrefs vs. Semrush — which is the best choice for your business? To learn the answer to that question, just keep reading. ## Ahrefs vs. Semrush: Which is better? Semrush and Ahrefs are [top-tier SEO tools](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/best-seo-tools/) for your business. It can be difficult to label one of them as being clearly superior. For that reason, we’ll explore the question of Semrush vs. Ahrefs by comparing the two in a few different categories. Read on for the full breakdown\! ### Ease of use The first category we’ll look at is ease of use. You don’t want to get stuck with a tool that you can’t figure out how to work. So, how easy to use are Ahrefs and Semrush? #### Ahrefs Ahrefs gives you access to plenty of data, so it’s easy to assume it’d be hard to navigate –– but that’s not the case. Ahrefs is incredibly intuitive and lets you view large amounts of data at a quick glance. Everything is clearly organized, so you’ll have no trouble finding your way around. #### Semrush Semrush is also highly organized. While it doesn’t offer the same cohesive data summaries as Ahrefs, it does have a leg up when it comes to customer outreach. Ahrefs requires you to export your data to other tools for outreach, while Semrush lets you do it right in the platform. Even so, Ahrefs edges out Semrush by a small margin in this category due to its more intuitive and navigable interface. Winner: Ahrefs ### Backlink analysis [Backlinks](https://www.webfx.com/seo/glossary/what-are-backlinks/) are a vital part of improving your Google rankings. By earning links to your content on authoritative, third-party sites, you can convince Google that your content is authoritative as well. Both Semrush and Ahrefs are helpful for [analyzing your backlinks](https://www.webfx.com/seo/glossary/what-is-a-backlink-analysis/), but which one is better? #### Ahrefs Ahrefs comes with many different helpful backlink analysis capabilities. It can tell you information about where your backlinks originate, what anchor text they use, and more. It even lets you see which websites are linking to your competitors but not to you. #### Semrush Semrush contains all the same features as those listed above for Ahrefs. There’s some variability in how effective those tools are, but for the most part, they’re on even ground. The one thing that sets Semrush apart is its link-building tool, which helps you find the best sites to target with requests for new backlinks. Since Ahrefs doesn’t have that, Semrush wins this round. Winner: Semrush ### Domain analysis A [domain analysis](https://www.webfx.com/seo/learn/how-to-check-domain-authority/) is much broader than a backlink analysis. Rather than focusing on a specific feature, this type of analysis essentially conducts an automated audit of your website to gauge your overall SEO performance. Ahrefs and Semrush both feature a version of this analysis. #### Ahrefs Ahrefs makes conducting a domain analysis easy. All you do is plug in your domain name, and then the tool does the rest. It can give you insights into how many visitors your site is earning, how many keywords it’s ranking for, and more. Best of all, you can see all this information right from your dashboard. #### Semrush Semrush offers the same essential functions as Ahrefs when it comes to domain analysis. The reason it doesn’t quite match Ahrefs in this category, however, is that it makes it a bit more difficult to obtain the data. It’s not a major problem, but it’s not as readily accessible as Ahrefs, which puts it right on your dashboard. Winner: Ahrefs ### Keyword research One of the most important features of both Semrush and Ahrefs is [keyword research](https://www.webfx.com/blog/seo/how-to-do-keyword-research-for-beginners/). Both tools help you find the best keywords to target in your content, but which one does it better? #### Ahrefs Ahrefs is great for finding new keywords that are relevant to your company. More than that, though, it can tell you a lot about keywords you’re currently ranking for (or thinking about targeting), including who’s currently ranking for it and how many clicks it’s likely to generate. #### Semrush Semrush doesn’t offer quite as much variety when it comes to the type of information it can provide about keywords. However, it makes up for it by giving you insights into the [search intent](https://www.webfx.com/seo/learn/why-search-intent-matters-to-seo/) of different keywords, something Ahrefs doesn’t do. Ultimately, the better tool depends on your priorities. If you’re desperate to know search intent, Semrush might be better. But if you want to search for a wider variety of keywords, Ahrefs is your best bet. Winner: Tie ### Pricing The final category we’ll look at is pricing. Let’s look briefly at a pricing comparison for Semrush vs. Ahrefs. #### Ahrefs The pricing for Ahrefs is fairly simple. It offers four different plans, which are as follows: - Lite: \$99/month - Standard: \$179/month - Advanced: \$399/month - Enterprise: \$999/month Note that the cheaper plans lack access to some of Ahrefs’ most helpful tools, so you’ll have to pay more to access them. #### Semrush Semrush offers three main plans to choose from. Those plans include: - Pro: \$119.95/month - Guru: \$229.95/month - Business: \$449.95/month You can also get a quote on a custom Enterprise plan. Ahrefs technically has the cheapest plan, but that plan also comes with less value than Semrush. That’s in part because with Semrush, you’ll have access to all the key tools even on the least expensive plan, whereas Ahrefs restricts many of its core tools to the more expensive options. Winner: Semrush ## Semrush vs. Ahrefs: Which one wins? Now that we’ve examined Ahrefs vs. Semrush in each of the above categories, what’s the final verdict on which platform is better? If you wanted to take a raw tally of the above results, it comes out to a tie. But even if it didn’t, the answer still wouldn’t be that simple. The best platform for you depends on your unique needs. If your priority is on overall SEO insights and ease of use, Ahrefs is the way to go. On the other hand, if you want somewhat more detailed data and more value for your money, Semrush could be the better choice. Be sure to assess your priorities before choosing. - ![Matthew Gibbons](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/f8d17af01fc5a810c36247204a0f42d9f10f1bb1200abaac9a2d77b1f6a66dd2?s=48&d=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.webfx.com%2Fwp-content%2Fthemes%2Ffx%2Fassets%2Fimg%2Ffx-gravatar.jpeg&r=g) Matthew Gibbons is a Senior Data & Tech Writer at WebFX, where he strives to help businesses understand niche and complex marketing topics related to SEO, martech, and more. With a B.A. in Professional and Public Writing from Auburn University, he’s written over 1,000 marketing guides and video scripts since joining the company in 2020. In addition to the WebFX blog, you can find his work on SEO.com, Nutshell, TeamAI, and the WebFX YouTube channel. When he’s not pumping out fresh blog posts and articles, he’s usually fueling his Tolkien obsession or working on his latest creative project. - ![WebFX Round Logo](https://www.webfx.com/wp-content/themes/fx/assets/img/blocks/general/wysiwyg/webfx-round-icon.png) WebFX is a full-service marketing agency with 1,100+ client reviews and a 4.9-star rating on Clutch! Find out how our expert team and revenue-accelerating tech can drive results for you! [Learn more](https://www.webfx.com/about/our-approach/) ### Try our free Marketing Calculator Craft a tailored online marketing strategy! Utilize our free Internet marketing calculator for a custom plan based on your location, reach, timeframe, and budget. 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Semrush and Ahrefs are [top-tier SEO tools](https://www.webfx.com/blog/marketing/best-seo-tools/) for your business. It can be difficult to label one of them as being clearly superior. For that reason, we’ll explore the question of Semrush vs. Ahrefs by comparing the two in a few different categories. Read on for the full breakdown\! ### Ease of use The first category we’ll look at is ease of use. You don’t want to get stuck with a tool that you can’t figure out how to work. So, how easy to use are Ahrefs and Semrush? #### Ahrefs Ahrefs gives you access to plenty of data, so it’s easy to assume it’d be hard to navigate –– but that’s not the case. Ahrefs is incredibly intuitive and lets you view large amounts of data at a quick glance. Everything is clearly organized, so you’ll have no trouble finding your way around. #### Semrush Semrush is also highly organized. While it doesn’t offer the same cohesive data summaries as Ahrefs, it does have a leg up when it comes to customer outreach. Ahrefs requires you to export your data to other tools for outreach, while Semrush lets you do it right in the platform. Even so, Ahrefs edges out Semrush by a small margin in this category due to its more intuitive and navigable interface. Winner: Ahrefs ### Backlink analysis [Backlinks](https://www.webfx.com/seo/glossary/what-are-backlinks/) are a vital part of improving your Google rankings. By earning links to your content on authoritative, third-party sites, you can convince Google that your content is authoritative as well. Both Semrush and Ahrefs are helpful for [analyzing your backlinks](https://www.webfx.com/seo/glossary/what-is-a-backlink-analysis/), but which one is better? #### Ahrefs Ahrefs comes with many different helpful backlink analysis capabilities. It can tell you information about where your backlinks originate, what anchor text they use, and more. It even lets you see which websites are linking to your competitors but not to you. #### Semrush Semrush contains all the same features as those listed above for Ahrefs. There’s some variability in how effective those tools are, but for the most part, they’re on even ground. The one thing that sets Semrush apart is its link-building tool, which helps you find the best sites to target with requests for new backlinks. Since Ahrefs doesn’t have that, Semrush wins this round. Winner: Semrush ### Domain analysis A [domain analysis](https://www.webfx.com/seo/learn/how-to-check-domain-authority/) is much broader than a backlink analysis. Rather than focusing on a specific feature, this type of analysis essentially conducts an automated audit of your website to gauge your overall SEO performance. Ahrefs and Semrush both feature a version of this analysis. #### Ahrefs Ahrefs makes conducting a domain analysis easy. All you do is plug in your domain name, and then the tool does the rest. It can give you insights into how many visitors your site is earning, how many keywords it’s ranking for, and more. Best of all, you can see all this information right from your dashboard. #### Semrush Semrush offers the same essential functions as Ahrefs when it comes to domain analysis. The reason it doesn’t quite match Ahrefs in this category, however, is that it makes it a bit more difficult to obtain the data. It’s not a major problem, but it’s not as readily accessible as Ahrefs, which puts it right on your dashboard. Winner: Ahrefs ### Keyword research One of the most important features of both Semrush and Ahrefs is [keyword research](https://www.webfx.com/blog/seo/how-to-do-keyword-research-for-beginners/). Both tools help you find the best keywords to target in your content, but which one does it better? #### Ahrefs Ahrefs is great for finding new keywords that are relevant to your company. More than that, though, it can tell you a lot about keywords you’re currently ranking for (or thinking about targeting), including who’s currently ranking for it and how many clicks it’s likely to generate. #### Semrush Semrush doesn’t offer quite as much variety when it comes to the type of information it can provide about keywords. However, it makes up for it by giving you insights into the [search intent](https://www.webfx.com/seo/learn/why-search-intent-matters-to-seo/) of different keywords, something Ahrefs doesn’t do. Ultimately, the better tool depends on your priorities. If you’re desperate to know search intent, Semrush might be better. But if you want to search for a wider variety of keywords, Ahrefs is your best bet. Winner: Tie ### Pricing The final category we’ll look at is pricing. Let’s look briefly at a pricing comparison for Semrush vs. Ahrefs. #### Ahrefs The pricing for Ahrefs is fairly simple. It offers four different plans, which are as follows: - Lite: \$99/month - Standard: \$179/month - Advanced: \$399/month - Enterprise: \$999/month Note that the cheaper plans lack access to some of Ahrefs’ most helpful tools, so you’ll have to pay more to access them. #### Semrush Semrush offers three main plans to choose from. Those plans include: - Pro: \$119.95/month - Guru: \$229.95/month - Business: \$449.95/month You can also get a quote on a custom Enterprise plan. Ahrefs technically has the cheapest plan, but that plan also comes with less value than Semrush. That’s in part because with Semrush, you’ll have access to all the key tools even on the least expensive plan, whereas Ahrefs restricts many of its core tools to the more expensive options. Winner: Semrush ## Semrush vs. Ahrefs: Which one wins? Now that we’ve examined Ahrefs vs. Semrush in each of the above categories, what’s the final verdict on which platform is better? If you wanted to take a raw tally of the above results, it comes out to a tie. But even if it didn’t, the answer still wouldn’t be that simple. The best platform for you depends on your unique needs. If your priority is on overall SEO insights and ease of use, Ahrefs is the way to go. On the other hand, if you want somewhat more detailed data and more value for your money, Semrush could be the better choice. Be sure to assess your priorities before choosing.
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