SERP Search vs DataForSEO
DataForSEO is a data-first platform with a comprehensive SERP API, keyword data, backlink data, and more. It uses a pay-as-you-go credit model and is especially popular with SEO tools and data scientists who need highly granular SERP metadata.
Verdict
DataForSEO is best for teams building full SEO platforms that also need keyword volume, backlinks, and rank tracking data. If you only need fast, reliable SERP scraping, SERP Search's simpler API and flat pricing is easier to work with.
Pricing at a glance
SERP Search
Free tier1,000 req/mo
Starting price$40/mo
Cost per 1,000 requests~$0.50
Endpoints includedAll 10+
DataForSEO
DataForSEO uses prepaid credits with pay-as-you-go billing. Costs vary by API method. Pricing shown is approximate.
Feature comparison
| Feature | SERP Search | Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Organic search results | ||
| Image search results | ||
| Video search results | ||
| News search results | ||
| Maps & local results | ||
| Shopping results | ||
| Autocomplete suggestions | ||
| Geo-targeted queries | ||
| Real-time fresh results | ||
| Structured JSON responses | ||
| Permanent free tier | ||
| Uptime SLA |
Supported Partial / limited Not available
Pros & cons
Why choose SERP Search
- Simpler REST API - single endpoint per SERP type
- Flat monthly pricing, no credit expiration
- Pay-as-you-go model with no monthly commitment
- Faster integration with clear, minimal documentation
- No prepaid balance required to start
When DataForSEO might be better
- Keyword research, rank tracking, and backlink APIs in one platform
- Extremely detailed SERP metadata and SERP features coverage
- Pay-as-you-go model with no monthly commitment
- Better fit for full-stack SEO tool development
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