AI SEO Tool vs. Hiring an Agency (2026)
AI SEO tools cost $9–$149 one-time and give you a self-serve plan. Agencies cost $1,500–$5,000/month and execute it for you. The right call depends on your time, budget, and how technical you are.
Verdict
Use an AI SEO tool if you have 2+ hours/week to implement and want to keep costs under $200. Hire an agency if you'd rather buy back the time and have $1,500+/month to invest.