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ScalenutMost similar to Frase in what it does, its category and its price.
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GetGenieHas a free plan, rated 3.9 out of 5.
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RankIQRated 4.4 out of 5 in our review, against 4.3 for Frase.
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At a glance
Green means better than Frase, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FraseBaseline | 4.3 | $15/mo | Yes | SERP-analysis-driven content briefs paired with AI writing in one workflow | |
| Scalenut | 4.5+0.2 | $39/mo$24 more | No | Combines keyword planning, briefs, and AI writing through a guided Cruise Mode workflow | vs Frase |
 Outranking | 4.3Same | $19/mo$4 more | No | Grounds AI drafts in the current SERP, with explainable optimization scoring | vs Frase |
 NeuronWriter | 4.3Same | $19/mo$4 more | No | SERP-based content planning from a Poland-based team, competitively priced | vs Frase |
 NeuralText | 3.5−0.8 | $19/mo$4 more | No | AI writing and SEO platform from Atmos Media that generates content briefs, clusters keywords and drafts articles, from $19 a month. | vs Frase |
 Creaitor AI | 3.9−0.4 | $19/mo$4 more | No | Creaitor AI generates SEO articles, ad copy, and brand-voice content across 40 languages with keyword research built into the workflow. | vs Frase |
 Dashword | 4.2−0.1 | $99/mo$84 more | No | Covers the full content lifecycle: briefs, optimization, and post-publish monitoring | vs Frase |
| GetGenie | 3.9−0.4 | $10/mo$5 less | Yes | WordPress AI writing and SEO plugin with keyword research, SERP analysis, an AI writer and AI-visibility tools. | vs Frase |
| RankIQ | 4.4+0.1 | $49/mo$34 more | No | Built specifically for bloggers, with content briefs powered by IBM Watson analysis | vs Frase |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Frase.
Scalenut
4.5$39/mo
vs Frase$24 more+0.2
Combines keyword planning, briefs, and AI writing through a guided Cruise Mode workflow.
- Cruise Mode guiding topic selection through outline to full draft
- Connected keyword research, planning, and AI writing in one sequence
- No free plan, paid access only
Cruise Mode reduces manual back-and-forth between research and writing stages
No free plan to test before committing
Outranking
4.3$19/mo
vs Frase$4 moreSame
Grounds AI drafts in the current SERP, with explainable optimization scoring.
- Concepts feature grounding AI drafts in actual current top-ranking pages
- Deterministic, explainable optimization scoring for client reporting
- End-to-end workflow: clustering, briefs, drafting, and scoring
SERP-grounded drafting produces more rankable first drafts than generic AI output
Entry-tier document and seat limits are restrictive for growing agencies
NeuronWriter
4.3$19/mo
vs Frase$4 moreSame
SERP-based content planning from a Poland-based team, competitively priced.
- SERP-based content plans and competitor term analysis
- Notably lower entry price than several comparable competitors
- No free plan, paid access only
Comparable core capability to pricier competitors at a fraction of the cost
No free plan to test before committing
NeuralText
3.5$19/mo
vs Frase$4 more−0.8
AI writing and SEO platform from Atmos Media that generates content briefs, clusters keywords and drafts articles, from $19 a month.
- Live SERP analysis turned directly into content briefs
- Keyword discovery and topic clustering in one workspace
- AI writing assistant with inline autocompletion and rewriting
Combines SEO research and AI writing instead of two separate tools
Underlying keyword data sources are not named
Creaitor AI
3.9$19/mo
vs Frase$4 more−0.4
Creaitor AI generates SEO articles, ad copy, and brand-voice content across 40 languages with keyword research built into the workflow.
- Keyword planning and SERP analysis built into the content workflow
- SEO article scoring against ranking factors before publishing
- Content-performance tracking after articles go live
Combines keyword research, drafting, and performance tracking in one subscription
No permanent free plan, only a 7-day trial across all tiers
Dashword
4.2$99/mo
vs Frase$84 more−0.1
Covers the full content lifecycle: briefs, optimization, and post-publish monitoring.
- Content brief builder with automated competitor research
- Pre-publish content scoring and gap analysis
- Post-publish keyword rank and traffic monitoring with alerts
Post-publish monitoring closes a loop most content-optimization tools leave open
Pricing isn't transparent without visiting a separate pricing page
GetGenie
3.9$10/mo
vs Frase$5 less−0.4
WordPress AI writing and SEO plugin with keyword research, SERP analysis, an AI writer and AI-visibility tools.
- AI writer with one-click and step-by-step blog generation
- Keyword research with NLP and semantic suggestions
- SERP competitor analysis and SEO insights tracking
A large install base on wordpress.org, about 80,000
Monthly word and analysis quotas cap heavy use
RankIQ
4.4$49/mo
vs Frase$34 more+0.1
Built specifically for bloggers, with content briefs powered by IBM Watson analysis.
- Curated keyword library rather than open-ended keyword research
- AI SEO Report powered by IBM Watson analysis
- Content Optimizer connected directly to generated briefs
Publicly documented performance study most competitors don't offer
No free plan to test before committing
FAQ
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Is Frase free?
Frase has a free plan, and paid plans start from $15/mo.
What is the best free alternative to Frase?
GetGenie is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (3.9 out of 5).
What is the cheapest alternative to Frase?
Among paid plans, GetGenie has the lowest starting price (from $10/mo). If you need it free, start with GetGenie.
How did you pick these alternatives?
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