We asked 4 AI models to recommend the top SEO tools for keyword research. Here's what GPT-4.1, Gemini, Grok, and Llama agree on.
🏆 AI Consensus Winner: Ahrefs — recommended by 3/4 models
🟡 AI Confidence: MEDIUM
AI Consensus
These products were recommended by multiple AI models:
- Ahrefs
- SEMrush
- Google Keyword Planner
- Ubersuggest
- Moz Keyword Explorer
What Each AI Recommends
| Rank | GPT-4.1 | Gemini | Grok | Llama |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahrefs | Semrush | Ahrefs | Ahrefs |
| 2 | SEMrush | Ahrefs | SEMrush | SEMrush |
| 3 | Moz Pro | Moz Keyword Explorer | Google Keyword Planner | Moz Keyword Explorer |
| 4 | Google Keyword Planner | Google Keyword Planner | Moz Keyword Explorer | Google Keyword Planner |
| 5 | Ubersuggest | KWFinder | Ubersuggest | Ubersuggest |
Best For Your Needs
- Best overall: Ahrefs
- Best free option: SEMrush
- Best for small teams: Google Keyword Planner
- Best for enterprises: Ahrefs
Methodology
We asked each AI model: "What are the Top Seo Tools For Keyword Research? List your top 5 recommendations."
Models used: GPT-4.1 Nano (OpenAI), Gemini 2.5 Flash (Google), Grok 4.1 Fast (xAI), Llama 4 Scout (Meta). No web search was enabled — these are pure AI opinions based on training data.
The "AI Consensus" shows products mentioned by 2 or more models. The winner is the product that appears most frequently in the #1 position.