Google Search Console vs Keyword Tool
| Google Search Console | Keyword Tool | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | $68/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | api, Web | api, Web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Keyword research | Yes | Yes |
| Rank tracking | Yes | — |
| Site audit | Yes | — |
| Backlink analysis | Yes | — |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | — | $68/mo |
| Competitor research | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best SEO Tools. On Inferse, Google Search Console scores higher on our published basis.