Ahrefs Starter Plan Review - What Will You Get for €27 / Month

Summary

The video provides an in-depth look at AHREF's new Starter Plan, priced at €27/month. While it's a budget-friendly option compared to higher-tier subscriptions, it offers essential tools like the Site Explorer and Keyword Explorer, with some limitations. The Starter Plan allows for detailed competitor analysis and keyword research, but the discontinuation of certain features like the content gap report raises concerns. Overall, it's a solid choice for users focused on SEO research but may fall short for those seeking advanced functionalities.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Ahrefs starter plan costs €27 per month and is a more affordable option compared to the regular subscription of €99 per month.
• 😀 The starter plan gives access to the SEO dashboard, but the dashboard is also available for free users, so it’s not a major benefit.
• 😀 The site Explorer tool, included in the starter plan, helps users analyze competitors' websites by providing insights into backlinks and organic keywords.
• 😀 The backlink tool in the starter plan provides a wider view of backlinks compared to the free version, though it remains somewhat limited.
• 😀 One of the standout features in the starter plan is the content gap tool, which allows users to identify content opportunities by comparing their site with competitors.
• 😀 A significant limitation is that the competitive analysis tool will be discontinued soon (August 12th), and it is not included in the starter plan.
• 😀 The keyword Explorer tool in the starter plan offers features similar to higher-tier plans, helping users find keywords with detailed metrics such as volume and difficulty.
• 😀 Filters in the keyword Explorer tool are effective, allowing users to adjust keyword difficulty and volume to find valuable search terms.
• 😀 The starter plan does not include other advanced tools, such as the competitive analysis tool, which may be a dealbreaker for some users.
• 😀 The content gap tool is a favorite feature for identifying keyword opportunities, although its effectiveness is limited by the upcoming removal of the competitive analysis tool.
• 😀 While the starter plan is a good value for keyword research, users need to evaluate whether the missing tools (like the competitive analysis) are essential to their needs.

Q & A

What is the initial subscription cost for AHREF's tool?

The initial subscription for AHREF's tool starts at 9 Euros per month, which is considered quite expensive by some users.

Why does the speaker only subscribe for one month at a time?

The speaker prefers to only subscribe for one month at a time because they do not want to pay the full subscription fee regularly, especially when they do not need the tool frequently.

What is the new pricing plan introduced by AHREF?

The new pricing plan introduced by AHREF is called the 'Starter Plan,' which costs €27 per month, offering a more affordable option.

What tool is included in the Starter Plan?

The Starter Plan gives access to the SEO Dashboard, Site Explorer, Keyword Explorer, and some other limited features compared to higher-tier plans.

What is the limitation of the Site Explorer tool in the Starter Plan?

The Site Explorer tool in the Starter Plan is useful for competitor research, but it offers a slightly limited view compared to the more expensive plans, especially in terms of backlinks and some features like the Competitive Analysis tool.

What does the 'Content Gap' feature allow users to do?

The 'Content Gap' feature allows users to compare their website's content with competitors and identify areas where they are missing content or keywords.

Why is the discontinuation of the old report a concern?

The discontinuation of the old report, scheduled for August 12th, is a concern because it redirects users to the Competitive Analysis tool, which is not available in the Starter Plan, thus reducing the plan's overall value.

Is the Keyword Explorer tool included in the Starter Plan?

Yes, the Keyword Explorer tool is available in the Starter Plan and works similarly to the more expensive plans, offering insights into keyword difficulty, search volume, and more.

What is the value of the 'Keyword Ideas' section in the Keyword Explorer?

The 'Keyword Ideas' section in the Keyword Explorer provides users with detailed results for related search terms, which can be useful for finding long-tail keywords and other opportunities to target in SEO.

What are the drawbacks of the Starter Plan, according to the speaker?

The major drawbacks of the Starter Plan are the limited access to certain tools like the Competitive Analysis tool and the restricted view of backlinks and content compared to higher-tier plans.

Does the speaker think the Starter Plan is worth the money?

The speaker thinks the Starter Plan is worth the money, especially if users need the Site Explorer and Keyword Explorer tools, but advises users to consider their specific needs before subscribing.