SurferSEO vs SE Ranking
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best SEO Tools for SaaS and The 11 Best SEO Rank Tracking Tools. Last verified May 31, 2026.
The short answer
SE Ranking ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #4) for SaaS marketers running technical SEO and content programs / SEOs tracking keyword positions. The best value, offering premium features at an accessible price.
At a glance
| SurferSEO | SE Ranking | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #4 / The 11 Best SEO Tools for SaaS | #3 / The 11 Best SEO Rank Tracking Tools |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.7 | 9 |
| Best for | Best for data-driven content briefs | Best value for agencies & SMBs |
| Pricing | $$ ($89 to $249/mo) | $$ ($55 to $239/mo) |
| HQ | Wrocław, Poland | London, UK |
| Founded | 2017 | 2013 |
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.