Surfer SEO vs Frase
The two SEO content platforms: the SERP-driven optimiser against the research-first brief builder.
| Dimension |  Surfer8.6/10 |  Frase8.1/10 |
|---|---|---|
| SERP analysis | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Content briefs | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Writer AI | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of use | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Overall | 8.6 | 8.1 |
Our picks
The bottom line
Surfer for optimising what ranks; Frase for planning what to write. Both are expensive — pick based on whether you need data or briefs more.