Ahrefs: pricing, what it does and real use cases
An SEO toolset for backlinks, keyword research, site audits and rank tracking, now with AI content tools, MCP access and AI-search tracking.
SEOSubscriptionFree tierBy Ahrefs
Starting price
Free; Starter $29/mo
Pricing model
Subscription
Use cases we found
0
Prices checked
October 21, 2026
Jobs it fits
- Research keywords and backlinks
- Audit a site
- Track AI-search mentions
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ahrefs Free | $0 | limited data |
| Starter | $29/mo | |
| Lite / Standard / Advanced | $129 / $249 / $449 per mo | 1 user included |
| Enterprise | $1,499/mo | annual commitment |
Source: https://ahrefs.com/pricing, checked October 21, 2026. Prices change; confirm on the vendor's page.
What people are doing with it
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