Ahrefs vs Sprout Social
Which tool is right for you?
Quick Verdict
Choose Ahrefs if:
You need seo professionals or marketers
Choose Sprout Social if:
You need enterprise or agencies
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Ahrefs | Sprout Social |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | $99/mo | $249/mo |
| G2 Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.4/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Ahrefs
Pros
- Best backlink data
- Accurate rankings
- Great content tools
- Comprehensive
Cons
- Expensive
- Learning curve
- Limited users per plan
Sprout Social
Pros
- Powerful analytics
- Great UI
- Excellent support
- Enterprise ready
Cons
- Very expensive
- Per-user pricing
- Overkill for small teams