Moz vs Semrush

Moz logo
A long-established SEO platform with the Moz Domain Authority metric — keyword tracking, link analysis, and site audits for real estate SEO.
$99/mo (Standard)
Semrush logo
A comprehensive SEO and competitive research platform — keyword research, site audits, competitor analysis, and content gap reporting.
$140/mo (Pro)

Moz vs Semrush: feature comparison

FeatureMozSemrush
Website Traffic Analytics
Keyword / Rank Tracking
Backlink Analysis
Technical SEO Audit
Competitor Analysis
Heatmaps / Session Replay
Custom Dashboards / Reports
Free Tier Available

Moz — Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Lower entry price than Semrush / Ahrefs
  • Domain Authority metric widely referenced
  • Solid keyword research and rank tracking
  • Community and educational resources

Cons

  • Feature depth lags Semrush / Ahrefs
  • Backlink index smaller than Ahrefs
  • Keyword difficulty data less reliable than competitors
  • Fewer integrations with modern AI tools

Semrush — Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Industry-standard all-in-one SEO platform
  • Massive keyword database
  • Deep competitor research features
  • Site audit catches technical issues

Cons

  • Expensive for casual users
  • Pro tier limits historical data
  • Learning curve across many modules
  • User seats priced separately