Is there a decent free/cheap keyword research tool?

★★ signal-medium r/shopify · ↑ 66 · 💬 36 · 2025-05-17 · kw: any tool that · open on reddit ↗

Tool

Ahrefs, Google Adwords Keyword Tool, ChatGPT, Keywords Everywhere, LowFruits, Ubersuggest, rankspro, Zutrix, Rankerfox, Diib.com

Issue

User previously relied on Ahrefs for keyword research but tool became too expensive for new project; alternative tools (Google Adwords, ChatGPT) produce inaccurate and contradictory results, creating decision paralysis for ecommerce keyword strategy.

Cost

Ahrefs pricing unstated but characterized as 'too expensive'; LowFruits ~$30/mo mentioned in comments; specific revenue impact unstated.

Recommendation

Keywords Everywhere (Chrome extension, reasonably priced), LowFruits (low-competition keywords, beginner-friendly), Ubersuggest (free tier available), rankspro, Zutrix, Rankerfox, Diib.com

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I used to use Ahrefs and had some really great results off the back of doing keyword research on it. However, it’s now too expensive for my new project. I have also used the keyword tool that Google has to offer on Adwords, but I don’t find it that good or accurate. I have tried asking ChatGPT but the results are very mixed and again, inaccurate and sometimes even contradictory. Any tips on good ones that work well and are free or cheap? Thanks

Top comments (8)

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[score=10] kate_proykova

I use Keywords everywhere as a Chrome extension, and I am fine with it. It's very reasonably priced

[score=3] StarLord-LFC

Totally get where you’re coming from. Ahrefs can be a bit of a wallet buster. Check out LowFruits. It's not as pricey as Ahrefs or Semrush, but it does the job pretty well. It’s great for finding low-competition keywords that you can actually rank for. Plus, it’s beginner-friendly, which is a bonus if you’re diving into a new project. Also, you can give Ubersuggest a whirl, it’s got some decent free features if you’re just looking for basic insights. Hope that helps, and happy keyword hunting!

[score=2] tomboy149

I use rankspro

[score=2] bbbbbert86uk

I use Zutrix it's really good

[score=2] Available_Clothes_18

Google "Rankerfox"

[score=2] kasimms777

Diib.com works welll

[score=1] MarsupialNo7544

Isn’t the base version like $30/mo…are there features you don’t get in that?