Independent head-to-head
Mangools vs Ranktracker
Both are on our shortlist, and most people only need one. Here is where each genuinely wins.
Which fits your work better: Mangools or Ranktracker?
Mangools suits freelancers and small teams who want keyword research and rank tracking for a modest keyword set without a four-figure software budget. Ranktracker suits freelancers and small agencies who want rank tracking plus basic research and audit tools in one low-priced subscription, with unlimited users and projects. Mangools is cheaper to start with ($37.70/month against $39/month), so price alone favours it.
Mangools
Keyword Research ToolsA lower-cost keyword research, SERP and rank tracking bundle.
Ranktracker
Keyword Research ToolsA low-priced rank tracker bundled with keyword research, SERP and backlink tools.
Decision view
Compare what changes the answer
| Decision factor | Mangools$37.70/mo | Ranktracker$39/mo |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $37.70/mo | $39/mo |
| Free plan | Not verified | Not verified |
| Free trial | Not verified | 7 days |
| Best for | Freelancers and small teams who want keyword research and rank tracking for a modest keyword set without a four-figure software budget. | Freelancers and small agencies who want rank tracking plus basic research and audit tools in one low-priced subscription, with unlimited users and projects. |
| Not for | Agencies tracking thousands of keywords, or anyone doing competitive link research where index size decides the work. | Teams tracking more than 5,000 keywords daily on a single plan, or anyone who needs API access included — it is listed as an add-on. |
Shared answers are dimmed so trade-offs stay visible.
Plan comparison
Published plans as recorded on each vendor’s pricing page on its verification date. Limits and add-ons differ between vendors, so compare at your own volume.
Mangools
| Plan | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | $37.70 | Price with annual billing ($452.40/year; the vendor shows a $732/year list price). 200 tracked keywords updated weekly, 100 keyword research requests per 24h, 100k backlinks per month, no extra seats. |
| Premium | $52.70 | Price with annual billing ($632.40/year; list $972/year). 700 tracked keywords updated weekly, 500 keyword research requests per 24h, 500k backlinks per month, 3 extra seats. |
| Agency | $97.70 | Price with annual billing ($1,172.40/year; list $1,692/year). 1,500 tracked keywords updated daily, 1.2k keyword research requests per 24h, 1.2M backlinks per month, 5 extra seats. |
Ranktracker
| Plan | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | $39 | 500 keywords tracked daily (3,500 weekly), 5 competitors per project, 500 instant checks a month. Monthly billing; annual billing is 20% cheaper. |
| Growth | $89 | 1,000 keywords tracked daily (7,000 weekly), 10 competitors per project, 1,000 instant checks a month. |
| Scale | $149 | 2,000 keywords tracked daily (14,000 weekly), 20 competitors per project, 2,000 instant checks a month. Marked most popular on the pricing page. |
| Authority | $299 | 5,000 keywords tracked daily (35,000 weekly), 50 competitors per project, 5,000 instant checks a month. |
Where Mangools wins
- Entry plan is $37.70/month with annual billing, below Moz Pro's $49 and SE Ranking's $129 entry plans
- Search Console import and white-label reporting are listed for rank tracking
- Daily rank updates are available on the Agency plan
Where Ranktracker wins
- Unlimited users, projects and reports on every plan
- Entry plan is $39/month on monthly billing, well below SE Ranking's $129 Core plan and AccuRanker's $224 entry plan
- Every plan includes the full toolset rather than gating tools by tier
Mangools or Ranktracker?
Mangools suits freelancers and small teams who want keyword research and rank tracking for a modest keyword set without a four-figure software budget. Ranktracker suits freelancers and small agencies who want rank tracking plus basic research and audit tools in one low-priced subscription, with unlimited users and projects. Mangools is cheaper to start with ($37.70/month against $39/month), so price alone favours it.
Freelancers and small teams who want keyword research and rank tracking for a modest keyword set without a four-figure software budget.
Freelancers and small agencies who want rank tracking plus basic research and audit tools in one low-priced subscription, with unlimited users and projects.
What decides it
- Entry price
- Mangools starts at $37.70/month; Ranktracker at $39/month. Compare the plan that matches your real usage, not the entry tier.
- Trial
- Mangools offers no free plan or trial on record; Ranktracker offers a 7-day trial.
- Platforms
- Mangools: web, api. Ranktracker: web.
- What each gives up
- Mangools: rank tracking is capped at 200 to 1,500 keywords depending on the plan. Ranktracker: the top plan covers 5,000 daily-tracked keywords; more is bought as add-ons.