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GrowthBarMost similar to Mangools in what it does, its category and its price.
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SemrushHas a free plan, rated 4.5 out of 5.
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NeuronWriterFrom $19/mo, against from $37.7/mo for Mangools.
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SE RankingRated 4.6 out of 5 in our review, against 4.4 for Mangools.
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At a glance
Green means better than Mangools, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 MangoolsBaseline | 4.4 | $37.7/mo | Yes | A bundle of five simpler, more accessible SEO tools for smaller sites | |
| GrowthBar | 4.4Same | $36/mo$1.7 less | No | A Chrome-extension-based, beginner-friendly entry point into SEO tooling | vs Mangools |
| SE Ranking | 4.6+0.2 | $103/mo$65.3 more | No | A comprehensive SEO suite priced below the category's largest platforms | vs Mangools |
 Serpstat | 4.2−0.2 | $50/mo$12.3 more | No | Comprehensive SEO suite priced for smaller teams than the category's biggest names | vs Mangools |
 Ubersuggest | 4.0−0.4 | $29/mo$8.7 less | Yes | Neil Patel's accessible, accessible entry point into SEO tooling | vs Mangools |
| Semrush | 4.5+0.1 | $139/mo$101.3 more | Yes | One of the category's largest platforms, extending well beyond SEO into a full marketing suite | vs Mangools |
 Ahrefs | 4.6+0.2 | $129/mo$91.3 more | No | A comprehensive, long-established SEO suite built around one of the largest backlink indexes | vs Mangools |
 Nightwatch | 4.4Same | $39/mo$1.3 more | No | Rank tracking with white-label reporting built specifically for agencies | vs Mangools |
| NeuronWriter | 4.3−0.1 | $19/mo$18.7 less | No | SERP-based content planning from a Poland-based team, competitively priced | vs Mangools |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Mangools.
GrowthBar
4.4$36/mo
vs Mangools$1.7 lessSame
A Chrome-extension-based, beginner-friendly entry point into SEO tooling.
- Chrome extension overlaying SEO data directly on Google search results
- Keyword research and competitor analysis in a simplified interface
- AI writing assistance included
Extension-first design fits directly into an existing search workflow
No free plan to test before committing
SE Ranking
4.6$103/mo
vs Mangools$65.3 more+0.2
A comprehensive SEO suite priced below the category's largest platforms.
- Comprehensive SEO suite: keyword research, rank tracking, audits, and backlinks
- Priced meaningfully below Ahrefs and Semrush for comparable scope
- No free plan, paid access only
Comprehensive feature scope at a lower price than the category's largest platforms
No free plan to test before committing
Serpstat
4.2$50/mo
vs Mangools$12.3 more−0.2
Comprehensive SEO suite priced for smaller teams than the category's biggest names.
- Comprehensive SEO suite: keyword research, rank tracking, backlinks, audits
- Free tier for limited use
- Operating since 2013
Comprehensive feature scope at a more accessible price point
Overlaps closely with SE Ranking, worth a direct side-by-side comparison
Ubersuggest
4.0$29/mo
vs Mangools$8.7 less−0.4
Neil Patel's accessible, accessible entry point into SEO tooling.
- Keyword research, site audits, backlink data, and content ideas
- Genuinely usable free tier with daily search limits
- Backed by Neil Patel's broad digital-marketing brand recognition
Free tier is genuinely usable, not just a limited trial
Less data depth than specialist tools like Ahrefs or Semrush
Semrush
4.5$139/mo
vs Mangools$101.3 more+0.1
One of the category's largest platforms, extending well beyond SEO into a full marketing suite.
- Broader marketing suite extending beyond SEO into paid ads and social
- One of the largest, most recognized platforms in this category
- Free tier for limited use
Broader marketing scope connects SEO to paid and social strategy directly
Among the higher prices in this category for full access
Ahrefs
4.6$129/mo
vs Mangools$91.3 more+0.2
A comprehensive, long-established SEO suite built around one of the largest backlink indexes.
- One of the largest, most frequently updated backlink indexes in the industry
- Full SEO suite: keyword research, site audits, rank tracking, content exploration
- Operating since 2010, well established in the category
Backlink index depth and update frequency are hard to match
No free plan, a real financial commitment before testing thoroughly
Nightwatch
4.4$39/mo
vs Mangools$1.3 moreSame
Rank tracking with white-label reporting built specifically for agencies.
- Keyword rank tracking across search engines and locations
- White-label reporting built specifically for agency use
- No free plan, paid access only
White-label reporting suits agency client presentation specifically well
No free plan to test before committing
NeuronWriter
4.3$19/mo
vs Mangools$18.7 less−0.1
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
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Mangools free?
Mangools has a free plan, and paid plans start from $37.7/mo.
What is the best free alternative to Mangools?
Semrush is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (4.5 out of 5). Other free options: Ubersuggest.
What is the cheapest alternative to Mangools?
Among paid plans, NeuronWriter has the lowest starting price (from $19/mo). If you need it free, start with Semrush.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.