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Associate Director, Digital Communications
Non-Profit Organization Management
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Semrush?

I like the ability to track both organic and paid search terms for various sites. The flexibility in plans for various budgets also helps. Creation of specific projects to track and comparisions of different domains helps us gauge industry trends and where we should placing more emphasis in our ad words campaigns or general content. I enjoy tracking google positions for our url as well as studying traffic volume. The overview reports are easy to read and helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

I would like access to historical data as part of the regular monthly fee, not have to upgrade. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Semrush:

A well rounded source of ppc and organic metrics. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

We are trying to optimize our website and our advertising campaigns, as well as monitor our industry competition. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Semrush Overview

What is Semrush?

Semrush is a leading online visibility management SaaS platform that enables businesses globally to run search engine optimization, pay-per-click, content, social media, and competitive research campaigns and get measurable results from online marketing. Semrush offers insights and solutions for companies to build, manage, and measure campaigns across various marketing channels. Semrush, with over 87,000 paying customers. Semrush in numbers: - 808M desktop domain profiles and 32.1M mobile domain profiles - Over 43 trillion backlinks and over 25 billion URLs crawled per day on average - Over 24.3 billion keywords and 20M ideas for a single keyword - 30% of Fortune 500 companies use Semrush as their go-to marketing tool

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Product Description

Online Visibility and Content Marketing SaaS Platform

How do you position yourself against your competitors?

Our software helps marketers in companies of all sizes and industries to optimize their online visibility across key channels (from Search to Social Media and PR) and create engaging content for their users. Our reach data allows to discover great opportunities for growth, while workflow and tracking solutions help users to constantly run experiments and accurately measure results.


Seller Details
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Semrush
Company Website
Year Founded
2008
HQ Location
Boston, MA
Twitter
@semrush
292,819 Twitter followers
LinkedIn® Page
www.linkedin.com
2,155 employees on LinkedIn®
Ownership
NYSE: SEMR
Phone
1-855-814-4510
Description

Semrush is a leading online visibility management SaaS platform that has been used by 7,000,000 digital marketers worldwide. Back in 2008, Semrush started as a small group of SEO and IT specialists united by one mission—to make online competition fair and transparent with equal opportunities for everyone.
In 13 years, we've grown into an all-in-one marketing suite consisting of more than 50 products, tools and add-ons that help companies market better online. Our vision is to create the only tool a digital marketing team would ever need to improve their online marketing results, ensure a smooth workflow between team members and save time on routine tasks.
Semrush is a trusted data provider. Our information on online behavior is used by the largest media outlets around the world such as Bloomberg, The Washington Post, Reuters and others.


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LS
Social Media and Content Manager
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
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Review source: Seller invite
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What do you like best about Semrush?

I am a social media and content marketing manager, and I love being able to search for keywords and see what their search volume is. I also love to add the keywords that we focus our blog content on into the position tracking campaign to see if we have improved or declined in rank or even started ranking for new keywords. It makes it fairly simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

I think the main thing is that it is an added cost for our team. We like using it from time to time, but it is not a tool that we use often enough to pay a lot for. It also isn't the most easy to understand when you are new to SEO. I had to teach myself a lot and it took months for me to figure it out. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

Semrush is helping me find keywords to add into my social media content to help us rank. It is also helping me track the keywords that we are focusing our blog content on to see if we are improving or not. It has helped me prove ROI of our content marketing agency and myself to the c-suite. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AR
Junior SEO Specialist
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Semrush?

Semrush is my go-to for all things SEO. It’s packed with tools for keyword research, competitive analysis, backlink audits, and site health checks. The Keyword Magic Tool is a game-changer for finding high-volume, low-competition keywords. I also love the Position Tracking feature for keeping an eye on keyword performance and competitors. Plus, the Content Marketing Toolkit makes it easy to optimize articles and improve SEO. It’s fast, user-friendly, and always getting better! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

Semrush is packed with features, but it can be a bit tricky to figure out if you’re just starting out. There’s a lot to take in, and it might feel overwhelming at first. Plus, the pricing can be a bit much for freelancers or small businesses, especially if you only need a couple of tools. Some features, like traffic analytics or historical data, are only available in the more expensive plans, which can be pretty frustrating for mid-tier users. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

Semrush’s Keyword Magic Tool and Keyword Gap Analysis make it super easy to find high-volume, low-competition keywords, so I can target the right search intent without all the guesswork. For me, this means smarter content planning and better organic traffic. Plus, Semrush gives me a peek into competitors’ top content, backlinks, and paid strategies, so I can spot gaps and turn their wins into my next moves. The SEO Content Template is a game-changer too — it helps me optimize every blog post for SEO, readability, and tone, making it more likely to rank high and keep readers hooked. It saves so much time and makes content creation way easier. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

EA
Content Marking Manager
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
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Review source: Seller invite
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What do you like best about Semrush?

Semrush has a ton of very useful features for building an efficient and comprehensive SEO process. You can start with very minimal information and come up with a thorough todo list that will start bringing in organic traffic. The estimates of keyword difficulty vs. volume to help you prioritize are especially useful. I also like the automated alerting to rank changes.

It was super easy to implement it into my workflow. I'd check in on my progress and revise my strategy every week or so, with a quick review that doesn't take long at all. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

If anything, Semrush perhaps has TOO many features, which can make it a bit overwhelming at first. If I want to build a list of good keyword targets, should I use the keyword overview, organic research, keyword gap, keyword magic tool, or keyword strategy builder? They all do different things that are all helpful, so it's hard to know what should be the priority. Having one singular tool that incorporates all these things into one simple recommendation might be good, while ofc retaining access to the more granular reporting. There are tutorials and guides that would help me here, but I feel like I'm too busy to invest time in something like that. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

Understanding what keywords and topics I should build content around to improve my SEO and organic traffic. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SM
E-Commerce Executive
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
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Review source: Seller invite
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What do you like best about Semrush?

Semrush is one of the most complete SEO tools I have ever used. The software is perfect for achieving growth and gathering insights and information not only on our own website, but also our competitors. It gives us physical evidence of how well our website is doing but also where we can improve. I think it's great value for money in terms of what is included in the base subscription. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

I had an initial welcome call but I haven't really heard from anyone since in terms of ongoing support which I was expecting.

The only other thing is that I didn't find some of the explanations of things to be quite as straightforward and simple for someone who is new to SEO. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

It's effectively replaced our whole SWOT sheet in terms of giving us the evidence straight away of where we are doing well and where we can improve. The SEO wizard for blog and content writing is particularly useful. We can try things out such as adding keywords that we haven't had before and see if we move up the rankings via the weekly updates. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

GN
Senior copywriter
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Semrush?

Semrush is a comprehensive SEO tool that delivers great features. The keyword research functionality is particularly impressive, offering detailed metrics on search volume, keyword difficulty, and competitive analysis that helps identify high-potential opportunities quickly. The position tracking feature provides accurate, real-time updates on keyword rankings, allowing for agile strategy adjustments when needed.

I appreciate the depth of the competitive analysis tools, which give valuable insights into competitors' strategies, backlink profiles, and content performance. This competitive intelligence has been instrumental in refining our own approach and identifying gaps in the market. The content marketing toolkit, including the SEO Writing Assistant and Topic Research tools, has significantly improved our content creation workflow and helped ensure our content is well-optimized for search.

The user interface is intuitive despite the platform's complexity, with well-organized dashboards that make it easy to navigate between different tools and features. The visualization of data through graphs and charts helps quickly understand trends and performance metrics at a glance. The regular updates and new feature rollouts show Semrush's commitment to staying ahead of SEO trends and algorithm changes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

While Semrush is undoubtedly powerful, there are several areas where it could improve. The pricing structure is quite steep, especially for small businesses or freelancers just starting out. The gap between the Pro and Guru plans is significant, and some essential features are only available on higher-tier plans, which can be frustrating.

The learning curve can be steep for beginners. Despite the relatively intuitive interface, the sheer number of features and data points can be overwhelming for those new to SEO. The onboarding process could benefit from more guided tutorials tailored to different user experience levels.

I've also found that some of the data, particularly in less competitive markets or for niche keywords, can be limited or less accurate than desired. This sometimes necessitates cross-referencing with other tools for validation. Additionally, while the tool offers various integration options, some connections with other marketing platforms could be more seamless and comprehensive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

Semrush has been instrumental in solving two critical business challenges for our team.

First and foremost, it has eliminated the guesswork from our SEO strategy. Before implementing Semrush, we struggled to understand why certain pages performed well while others didn't, and our keyword targeting was largely based on intuition rather than data. Now, we can confidently identify high-value keywords, understand search intent, and optimize our content accordingly.

The platform has also solved our competitive intelligence gap. Previously, we had limited visibility into competitors' strategies and performance. With Semrush's competitive analysis tools, we can now benchmark our performance against industry leaders, identify their successful tactics, and adapt our approach accordingly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AT
SEO + SEM Manager & Business Marketing Data Analyst
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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Review source: Seller invite
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What do you like best about Semrush?

I use Semrush every single day for multiple different clients in a wide range of industry verticals. The thing(s) I love about Semrush are the ability to customize your account with as many or as little add-ons as your business needs. The wide array of tools that are at your disposal through Semrush help you achieve your SEO and content goals start-to-finish.

Semrush has, hands down, the easiest integration with the most applicable external sources (GA4, Search Console, etc.). Any client I work with, or new job I start, I always push Semrush as the platform to use for SEO and various digital marketing efforts - I don't even really put other platforms on the lists when submitting budget proposals either. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

Not a whole lot to be honest. I do think there should be a way to set up custom dashboards based on your clients' needs and KPI's though. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

Semrush, especially with the new AI features that have been released, has not only expedited my workflow but it has greatly improved the quality of data I am able to present to clients. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

DH
Paid Search Strategist
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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Review source: Seller invite
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What do you like best about Semrush?

Semrush’s SEO Tools are an absolute game-changer. The keyword research and competitive analysis features save me hours every week and provide actionable insights that directly improve my rankings. I especially love the site audit tool—it’s detailed, fast, and helps me stay on top of technical issues before they impact performance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

If I could add anything, I’d love to see more AI-driven content suggestions integrated directly into the content optimization tools. Also, a more customizable dashboard for agencies managing multiple clients would be a great upgrade.

Overall, Semrush continues to be my go-to SEO toolkit—powerful, reliable, and packed with value. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

Semrush helps me solve key SEO challenges like identifying high-impact keywords, analyzing competitors, and fixing technical site issues. It simplifies complex tasks, saves me time, and gives me clear data to make smarter marketing decisions—all of which help improve my search rankings and drive more traffic to my site. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SS
Co-owner | Chief Technology Officer
Real Estate
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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Verified Current User
Review source: G2 invite on behalf of seller
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What do you like best about Semrush?

What I like best about Semrush is its all-in-one approach to digital marketing. I can research keywords, analyze competitors, audit my website, track backlinks, and monitor brand visibility—all in one place. The interface is intuitive, and the tools are powerful yet easy to use. It saves me hours every week by consolidating what used to require several different platforms. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

While SEMrush is incredibly powerful, the sheer number of features can feel overwhelming at first. It takes time to fully understand and use all the tools effectively. Some features also feel a bit hidden or buried in the interface. Additionally, the pricing may be a bit steep for small teams or solo marketers, especially if you're not using all the advanced tools regularly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

SEMrush helps us solve several key challenges in digital marketing. It simplifies keyword research, tracks our SEO performance, and gives us a clear picture of what our competitors are doing. We no longer need to use multiple platforms for backlink tracking, site audits, or content planning—everything is in one place. This saves time, improves our strategy, and helps us stay ahead in a competitive market. For us in real estate, it’s especially useful for identifying local search trends and optimizing listings for visibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

JS
Social Media Content Marketing Manager
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Validated Reviewer
Verified Current User
Review source: Seller invite
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What do you like best about Semrush?

The thing I like best about Semrush is its data. I enjoy making sound SEO recommendations based on all of the data points. The keyword overview helps me to search for multiple keywords at a time. Semrush's Keyword Difficulty metric is valuable as it help me identify our keywords sweet spot.

I've also taken advantage of their SEO Writing Assistant which has helped me produce various optimized pages for clients. Some of these pages have ranked on the 1st page of Google SERPs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

As a product, there isn't much to dislike about Semrush but its pricing model can be expensive. Everything feels like an "add-on" with a hefty price tag. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

Semrush is helping us optimize white papers and landing pages for search. It's also helping us track our performance on Google, identify opportunities, and conduct competitor analyses. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

JV
Senior Marketing Specialist
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Validated Reviewer
Verified Current User
Review source: Seller invite
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What do you like best about Semrush?

Semrush has been a highly effective SEO tool for my business. First, I like that everything is thoughtfully organized and easy to find. This robust tool has a significant number of features for both beginners and experts. Initially, it can look intimidating because of all the features, but once you get into using it, the ease of use comes naturally. I use it daily and have become very accustomed to its interface. I also like the dashboard's visualization and reporting style.

The customer service is world-class! The Semrush agents communicate in easy-to-follow step-by-step steps and are very responsive to my inquiries.

I’m enjoying the Semrush tool for my SEO needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Semrush?

What I dislike about Semrush is that I wish the Guru plan had a higher daily report allowance. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Semrush solving and how is that benefiting you?

It has solved the problem of identifying competitors' keyword gaps for three business units I’m currently collaborating with. They have different goals and needs, and this competitive analysis has solved our business needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.