Who each engine recommends
Position of every brand named in the latest run.
| Brand | ChatGPT | Perplexity | AI Mode | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE RankingTop pick | #1 | #1 | #2 | |
| Ahrefs | #2 | — | #1 | |
| SEoptimer | — | #3 | #3 | |
| KWFinder | — | #2 | — | |
| Semrush | #3 | — | — | |
| Google Search Console | — | — | #4 | |
| Surfer | — | #4 | — |
Responses
What each engine answered, and how the shortlist moved.
ChatGPT · run of Nov 2 · sentiment toward the top pick: ↑ Positive
- SE Ranking — If you're looking for an SEO tool with transparent, upfront pricing, I'd shortlist SE Ranking, Ahrefs, and Semrush.
- Ahrefs — If you're looking for an SEO tool with transparent, upfront pricing, I'd shortlist SE Ranking, Ahrefs, and Semrush.
- Semrush — If you're looking for an SEO tool with transparent, upfront pricing, I'd shortlist SE Ranking, Ahrefs, and Semrush.
Perplexity · run of Nov 2 · sentiment toward the top pick: ↑ Positive
- SE Ranking — SE Ranking is a strong choice for transparent pricing: its plans and AI Search add-on prices are published upfront, starting at about $103.20/month and $71.20/month, respectively.
- KWFinder — Other SEO tools with publicly listed pricing include Mangools from $37.70/month, SEOptimer from $29/month, and Surfer from $49/month.
- SEoptimer — Other SEO tools with publicly listed pricing include Mangools from $37.70/month, SEOptimer from $29/month, and Surfer from $49/month.
- Surfer — Other SEO tools with publicly listed pricing include Mangools from $37.70/month, SEOptimer from $29/month, and Surfer from $49/month.
Google AI Mode · run of Nov 2 · sentiment toward the top pick: ↑ Positive
When looking for an SEO platform with transparent, straightforward pricing—meaning clear tier structures, predictable limits, and no sudden or confusing credit systems—several prominent industry options stand out:
- Ahrefs — Ahrefs : Frequently praised for its honest and comprehensive approach to pricing.
- SE Ranking — SE Ranking : Known for having a predictable, highly scalable cost structure.
- SEoptimer — SEOptimer : A great lightweight or DIY-focused option that keeps entry costs low and predictable.
- Google Search Console — Google Search Console : Completely free with absolute transparency and no hidden costs or hidden caps on core data regarding your own site’s indexing, queries, and performance.
Citations
Sources the engines cited for this prompt.
| Source | Type | Citations | Cited by |
|---|---|---|---|
| seranking.com | Brand site · SE Ranking | 2 | ChatGPT |
| ahrefs.com | Brand site · Ahrefs | 1 | ChatGPT |
| marketermilk.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| otterly.ai | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| pikaseo.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| rankite.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| rework.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| semrush.com | Brand site · Semrush | 1 | ChatGPT |
| slatehq.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| technologyadvice.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| toolradar.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| webceo.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |
| zapier.com | Web | 1 | Perplexity |