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Bright SERP vs Ahrefs

Stop getting stuck in research. Bright SERP audits your site, suggests fixes, and helps you publish them with a simple site script.

Bright SERP
Ahrefs
  • Broken linksDetect and push fixes via site script
  • Internal linkingFind orphan pages and link gaps
  • Keyword mappingMap terms to the right pages
  • Schema and metaSuggest and generate
  • Backlink indexUse Ahrefs for depth

Which tool fits your job

Keep it simple. Pick the workflow that suits your team, or run both side by side.

Best for implementation

Pick Bright SERP if you want

  • Automated site audits with clear tasks
  • Broken link detection with a replacement flow via the site script
  • Internal linking analysis to surface orphan pages and weak hubs
  • Keyword mapping and meta generation tied to each URL
  • Schema suggestions, plus a campaign planner and blog content creator
  • GA4 and Search Console integrations for setup and reporting
No-code apply via site scriptSuits teams and agencies
Best for research depth

Keep or choose Ahrefs if you need

  • Large backlink index and link intersect analysis
  • Advanced keyword research filters and SERP history
  • Content gap analysis across competitors
  • Deeper link metrics for digital PR and outreach
Powerful research toolkitSuits analysts and PR
Use both

Keep Ahrefs for backlink data and deep research. Run Bright SERP to audit, map keywords to pages, surface internal link gaps, and apply approved fixes through the site script.

Where each tool is stronger

If you love deep research, Ahrefs is excellent. If you want audits that become shipped changes, Bright SERP is the faster path.

Bright SERPAhrefs
Install and apply changes
Site script to apply approved fixes
Manual CMS or dev changes
Broken link workflow
Detect, suggest from sitemap, apply via script
Detect, then update manually
Internal linking
Find orphan pages and suggest targets
Use reports then add links manually
Meta optimisation
Generate titles and descriptions from keyword mapping
Write and update manually
Schema suggestions
Suggest additions and updates
Plan and add manually
Image optimisation
Flag and compress large images
External tools or manual resizing
Keyword mapping
Map terms to URLs and surface gaps
Plan externally or in spreadsheets
SEO audits
Built in, health score and grouped issues
Use separate crawler or export
Content writer
Built in content writer
Not included
Use with research tools
Pairs with Ahrefs for link data
Large backlink index and SERP history

Plenty of teams use both. Keep Ahrefs for research depth and run Bright SERP to implement at speed.

From audit to shipped fixes

Bright SERP scans your site, groups issues, and lets you apply fixes through a lightweight site script. Start with broken links, duplicate titles, missing H1s, schema suggestions, and internal link opportunities.

1. Audit

Crawl your sitemap. We flag broken links, duplicates, thin content, missing H1s, and schema gaps.

2. Map

Map keywords to pages, add internal link targets, and generate fresh meta where needed.

3. Apply

Use the site script to push fixes live or export tasks for your CMS. Track improvements in your dashboard.

How the broken link task compares

Ahrefs
Fix broken links
1

Export a crawl

Manual

Export a report or list of 404s to start triage.

2

Review in CMS

Manual

Open each page and locate broken links.

3

Find replacements

Manual

Choose the best internal URL for each link.

4

Update and redeploy

Manual

Edit links, push changes, wait for deploy.

Bright SERP
Fix broken links
1

Audit flags links

Built in

Broken links grouped per page in your dashboard.

2

Suggested replacements

Guided

Proposed URLs pulled from your sitemap.

3

Apply via site script

Quick apply

Approve replacements and publish fixes.

What changes

Bright SERP groups broken links by page, proposes replacements from your sitemap, and lets you apply them via the site script.

What stays the same

You still review and approve. If you prefer, export tasks and update in your CMS workflow.

Simple, transparent pricing

Choose the plan that fits your needs. All plans include a 7-day free trial.

Basic

Perfect for small websites

$39/mo

Billed monthly

1 website
Daily SEO scans
Auto-fix basic issues
Keyword tracking (50 keywords)
Email support
Advanced reporting
Content writer
Priority support
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Pro

Most popular for growing businesses

$99/mo

Billed monthly

Up to 10 websites
Daily SEO scans
Auto-fix all issues
Keyword tracking (500 keywords)
Advanced reporting
AI content writer (30 articles/mo)
Competitor analysis
Priority support
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7-day free trial • No credit card required

Advanced

For agencies and large businesses

$299/mo

Billed monthly

Up to 50 websites
Daily SEO scans
Auto-fix all issues
Unlimited keyword tracking
Advanced reporting
AI content writer (50 articles/mo)
Competitor analysis
Priority support & account manager
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7-day free trial • No credit card required

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Frequently asked questions

Can I keep Ahrefs for research and use Bright SERP to implement?

Yes. Many teams keep Ahrefs for backlink and keyword research and use Bright SERP to run audits, map keywords to pages, surface internal link gaps, and apply fixes through the site script.

How does the site script work?

You add a small script from your Bright SERP dashboard. It lets you apply approved fixes like link replacements or meta updates without waiting on a full code deploy.

Do I need engineering help to get value from Bright SERP?

No. Setup is lightweight. You can start with audits and planning, then enable the site script when you are ready to apply changes.

How do you handle keyword volumes and rankings?

Use Search Console and GA4 to ground your strategy. Bright SERP maps keywords to pages and surfaces opportunities. If you keep Ahrefs, you can blend its research depth with Bright SERP planning and fixes.

Will Bright SERP replace Ahrefs?

They serve different needs. Ahrefs is fantastic for link data and advanced research. Bright SERP is focused on audits, planning, and getting changes live.

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