Q: Love the Value Prop explained on site and video. 1. Competitors SERP VS Regular Serp 3. Advanced features vs ...
Please explain how any of the features can be "Advanced" or "put perform others like Yoast"?
Is there a comparison chart/table of other apps vs DiagnoSEO?
I ask because many boast these kinds of claims only to have mediocre features & databases they pull from - or - unrefined tools of repackaged Google Analytics etc. Stuff we can get in free tools even.
What is the "Competitors analysis / SERP analysis" feature vs the other SERP features on the list? Why 2 SERPs tools at all ?
What makes the "Advanced" features: Advance Serp, Advance SEO Audit, Advanced TF IDF tools - different from the "basic versions" of the same? Like SERP Checker?
Then there are features like: Extended SEO - etc?
It feels like the same 4 tools just worded in various ways to feel like we are getting more for our money, a lil.
Thx for replies :)
Adam_DiagnoSEO
Edited May 17, 2025A: Hello, thank you for the great questions!
1. SERP Analyzer vs. SERP Checker Tool
DiagnoSEO provides two distinct tools for SERP analysis:
SERP Checker: This tool offers a general overview of the top 100 search results for a given keyword for both desktop and mobile at once, highlighting key off-page SEO metrics such as domain authority and referring domain counts. It's a great tool for quick ad hoc checking of SERPs.
SERP Analyzer (Competitors Analysis): This tool dives deeper by analyzing both on-page and off-page SEO factors of top-ranking competitors from the top 10 results for a given keyword and country. It utilizes Pearson correlation and AI-driven insights to identify ranking factors contributing to competitors' rankings. The tool provides actionable recommendations to improve your site's SEO based on real live data and best SEO practices.
2. What Makes the Features “Advanced”?
The "Advanced" label in DiagnoSEO's tools signifies additional features beyond basic functionalities:
For example, the Advanced Audit includes +41 more SEO checkpoints, +10 more checkpoints related to web writing, +10 more checkpoints related to UX, and +10 more checkpoints related to Conversion Rate Optimization. So in total, the advanced audit with all options enabled includes 71 more checkpoints in comparison to the basic audit.
Advanced TF-IDF Tool: In comparison to the basic TF-IDF, the advanced TF-IDF provides data about phrases (not only single words).
Advanced SERP Analysis: In comparison to the basic SERP analysis, it provides dozens more checkpoints related to off-page SEO, performance, and more.
3. Comparison with Yoast and Other Tools
DiagnoSEO has several advantages over Yoast:"
Better performance and less bloat: DiagnoSEO is notably lightweight, with a plugin size of less than 140 KB and minimal memory usage (~61 KB), compared to Yoast's larger footprint. This efficiency contributes to faster website loading times. Here is an independent comparison from WPHive:
https://wphive.com/compare/plugins/diagnoseo/vs/wordpress-seo/
Our plugin is currently the fastest on the market, with performance better than Slim SEO (which is known as a lightweight plugin):
https://wphive.com/compare/plugins/diagnoseo/vs/slim-seo/
The Pro version of DiagnoSEO plugin includes many unique functionalities such as reviewedBy schema support (for E-A-T), SEO categories widget (for nested categories), anchor text control on the post list, affiliate deeplink hider, AI comments generator, and the option to change the XML sitemap name for better data protection — features not typically found in Yoast or any other SEO plugins we know. Moreover, in the upcoming month, the Pro version will include a feature to generate customizable and SEO-friendly articles using AI directly in WordPress. For now, it's possible to generate metadata (title, description) using AI.
For a full feature comparison, you can visit their dedicated page:
https://diagnoseo.com/yoast-alternative/
Additionally, you might also be interested in:
https://diagnoseo.com/squirrly-seo-alternative/
https://diagnoseo.com/seopress-alternative/
If you need to compare DiagnoSEO with other popular software suites, please visit:
https://diagnoseo.com/semrush-alternative/
https://diagnoseo.com/ahrefs-alternative/
https://diagnoseo.com/surferseo-alternative/
4. Clarifying Feature Overlaps
While some features may appear similar, DiagnoSEO differentiates them based on depth and functionality:
SERP Checker vs. SERP Analysis: The former provides a snapshot of search results, while the latter offers a detailed examination of competitors' SEO strategies, including content structure and backlink profiles.
SEO Audit vs. Advanced SEO Audit: The basic audit checks for common SEO issues, whereas the advanced version delves into a broader range of factors, offering more granular insights and recommendations.
TF-IDF Tool vs. Advanced TF-IDF Tool: The advanced tool provides data about phrases — not only single words.
"Extended Website Crawler" is available in the Enterprise plan, and it simply means that it's possible to crawl more pages than in other plans.
These distinctions aim to provide users with both quick ad hoc assessments and in-depth analyses, catering to varying needs and expertise levels.
5. Final Thoughts
DiagnoSEO's software suite of tools is designed to offer a more comprehensive, efficient, and affordable SEO optimization process compared to other SEO software and traditional plugins like Yoast.
On our website, we offer a 7-day free trial of the Basic plan. If you want to try the Advanced plan with advanced features, please contact our support team at support@diagnoseo.com.
Our support team will be happy to create a free account for you.
Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.
Kind regards,
Adam