SEOlovely vs Ahrefs
The leading backlink analysis tool — excellent, but best suited to experts and those with large budgets.
| Criterion | SEOlovely | Ahrefs |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | €19 excl. VAT per month | ~€100 per month |
| Free scan without an account | ✅ | Limited |
| Technical crawl | ✅ | ✅ (Website Audit) |
| Google Search Console | ✅ | ✅ |
| Backlinks | ❌ | ✅ major database |
| AI crawler tracking | ✅ from Solo | ❌ |
| Rank tracking | ✅ from Solo | Paid add-on |
| Interface | SME Perspective | Expert views |
| Target audience | SMEs, freelancers | SEO experts, SaaS, agencies |
Choose SEOlovely if…
- You want to take action, not spend three hours analysing things
- Technical analysis and GSC are all you need for your day-to-day life
- You’re new to SEO and need some guidance
Choose Ahrefs if…
- Backlinks are your number one priority
- You carry out intensive competitive intelligence
- You’ve already got a good grasp of technical SEO