Side by side
Crawly vs SearchIntel.io
Both stand on seo tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIMac
Crawly offers a feature-complete free crawler with issue detection, crawl comparison, custom extraction, and security-header checks. Its local storage and Mac requirement define the main fit.
Visit Crawly Free plan Web
SearchIntel.io combines technical audits with keyword, backlink, competitor, and AI-search reporting. The core reporting is available on the web, while its added AI bundle remains under preparation.
Visit SearchIntel.ioThe facts
| Crawly | SearchIntel.io | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Mac | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | AI & AEO Bundle: $499, paid once |
| Plans published | 2 | 2 |
| Maker | Crawly | Not published |
| Website | getcrawly.com | searchintel.io |
| On seo tools | #103 of 245 | #107 of 245 |
Crawly: what it does well
- Free plan includes all features
- Unlimited URLs per crawl
- Compares crawl changes
- Local SQLite data storage
- MCP server available
What to know first
- Requires macOS 12 Monterey or later
- Mac-only native application
- No free trial is offered
- Up to 10 concurrent pages by default
SearchIntel.io: what it does well
- 127 automated SEO audit checks
- SEO, AEO, and GEO scores
- Free downloadable PDF report
- Audits any public URL
- Includes toxic-link detection
What to know first
- AI & AEO Bundle is not yet available
- Bundle payment is not currently collected
- Large sites may take 10–15 minutes
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