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KeywordTool.io vs Semrush

KeywordTool.ioSemrush
Rating⭐ 3.8 / 5⭐ 4.5 / 5
CategoryMarketing & SEOMarketing & SEO
Pricing modelFreemiumFreemium
FromFree version without account (suggestions without volumes); Starter €88/month or €68/month annual; Growth €188/month; Scale €388/month; Agency €788/monthSEO plan from $139/month ($117.33/month annual); Starter $199/month; Pro+ $299/month; Advanced $549/month
Ease of useBeginnerIntermediate
French interfaceYes
APIYesYes
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Our verdict: KeywordTool.io

Best for content creators and e-commerce sellers seeking long-tail ideas outside Google, on YouTube, Amazon or TikTok where classic SEO suites stay silent. Avoid if budget is tight or you expect a full suite: €88/month for keyword research alone is hard to justify against Mangools, three times cheaper and more versatile.

Our verdict: Semrush

Essential for any SME taking SEO seriously with a marketing budget. A marketer or consultant who masters Semrush has real competitive advantage. Avoid if you're just starting in SEO without guidance: the tool is powerful but complex, and $140/month is an investment to justify. Very small businesses on tight budgets will turn to SE Ranking.

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