Ahrefs costs $99/month just for site audits. 404Links gives you broken link checking, meta tag analysis, and SEO health scores — starting free. No credit card required.
Try 404Links Free| Feature | Ahrefs | 404Links |
|---|---|---|
| Broken Link Detection | Yes | Yes |
| Meta Tag Analysis | Yes | Yes |
| Free Tier | No free audit tier | 1 site, 100 pages free |
| Automatic Weekly Scans | Manual only | Included in paid plans |
| Email Alerts | No | On new issues found |
| Export Reports | CSV | CSV + PDF |
| Starting Price (Audit) | $99/month | $0 (free) or $9/month (pro) |
| Backlink Analysis | Yes | Not yet |
If you need backlink analysis, Ahrefs is still the better choice. But for site audits, broken link checking, and SEO monitoring — 404Links is the cost-effective alternative.
Ahrefs starts at $99/month for basic site audits. 404Links gives you a free tier with meaningful features, and paid plans start at just $9/month.
Ahrefs requires manual site audits. 404Links offers automatic weekly scans — set it once and we'll email you when new issues appear on your site.
Ahrefs only offers CSV exports. 404Links lets you download professional PDF reports ready to share with clients or stakeholders.
Ahrefs is a massive suite of tools. 404Links focuses on what matters most for site health — broken links and SEO issues — without the bloat.
Ahrefs is one of the most powerful SEO tools on the market, but its pricing starts at $99 per month for the Lite plan, making it inaccessible for many small businesses, freelancers, and startups.
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