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Ahrefs and Seoxpert solve different problems. Ahrefs is a full SEO research suite built around backlink data, keyword intelligence, and competitive analysis. Seoxpert is a focused audit platform that scores SEO, security, and performance in one scan. This page lays out what each tool is actually for, so you can pick the right one — or use both.
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This table compares the features that overlap. Ahrefs has significant capabilities — backlink research, keyword research, rank tracking, content explorer — that Seoxpert does not attempt to replicate.
| Feature | Ahrefs | Seoxpert |
|---|---|---|
| Technical SEO audit | Yes — Site Audit tool | Yes — core product |
| Security header checks | Not a core feature | Yes — HSTS, CSP, X-Frame-Options, mixed content |
| Core Web Vitals | Yes (CrUX data) | Yes (CrUX + lab measurements) |
| Backlink analysis | Yes — industry-leading index | No |
| Keyword research | Yes — large database | No |
| Rank tracking | Yes | No |
| Scheduled audits | Yes | Yes — native per-domain |
| Guest scan before signup | No | Yes |
| Client-ready PDF reports | Yes (dashboard export) | Yes (formatted report) |
| Starting price | $129/mo (Lite tier) | Free tier or $9.99/mo subscription |
Pricing figures reflect publicly advertised rates at time of writing. Check the Ahrefs pricing page and our pricing for current values.
Ahrefs is the dominant tool for research-driven SEO work. Its backlink index is one of the largest in the industry, its keyword database covers essentially every major search engine, and Site Explorer gives you full competitive visibility for any domain. If your work involves answering questions like:
Then Ahrefs is doing work Seoxpert does not attempt. Use the right tool for the job — Ahrefs owns the research category.
Seoxpert is for teams whose primary need is "scan a site and tell me what to fix" — not "help me research the competitive landscape". That narrower scope means faster scans, clearer prioritisation, and a lower price point.
A Seoxpert scan covers 14 areas in a single pass: on-page SEO, technical SEO, security headers, Core Web Vitals, content quality, crawlability, E-E-A-T signals, and GDPR/cookie consent. Ahrefs Site Audit focuses on the SEO category; security header checks and detailed GDPR analysis are not part of its report.
The PDF export is the product, not a dashboard screenshot. Every scan produces a branded report with the health score, letter grade, and prioritised findings ready to send to a client.
Ahrefs is priced for teams that also want backlink data and keyword research — the Lite plan starts at $129/month. Seoxpert is priced for teams that only need audits: a free tier (4 scans/month, 1 domain), $9.99/month for 100 scans across 10 domains (Pro), or $29/month for 500 scans across 50 domains (Agency, white-label).
Ahrefs starts at $129/month (Lite plan) and scales through Standard, Advanced, and Enterprise into the hundreds of dollars per month. The research capabilities — backlink index, keyword database, rank tracking — are the main driver of the price.
Seoxpert: Free tier (1 domain, 4 scans/mo), Pro $9.99/month (10 domains, 100 scans/mo), Agency $29/month (50 domains, 500 scans/mo, white-label). See the full pricing page.
Many agencies use both: Ahrefs for research and link building, Seoxpert for the recurring audit workflow and client deliverables.
No. Ahrefs is a full research suite with backlink data, keyword databases, and rank tracking. Seoxpert is focused on audits — SEO, security, and performance in one scan. They solve different problems.
Ahrefs Site Audit focuses on on-page and technical SEO. Security header checks (HSTS, CSP, X-Frame-Options, mixed content) are not a core feature. Seoxpert includes a dedicated security scanner.
Seoxpert has a free tier; paid plans start at $9.99/month. Ahrefs starts at $129/month for the Lite tier and scales into the hundreds for the full research suite. For audit-only work, Seoxpert is significantly less expensive.
Both export PDFs. Seoxpert ships a PDF audit report with a health score, letter grade, and prioritised findings. Ahrefs exports from its site audit dashboard; the formatting reflects Ahrefs' UI rather than a client deliverable template.
Not for a technical, on-page, or performance audit. Backlink data is useful for strategy and competitive work, but is not required to diagnose issues with your own site.
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