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Stop Overpaying for Weak Rank Tracking

Ahrefs is great for backlinks, but weak for rank tracking. Switch to Nightwatch for accurate daily local rankings, more search engines, and better pricing.

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  • Sony
  • NASA
  • Scotiabank
  • Samsung
  • Rollbar
  • Coinbase
  • ChartMogul
  • Booking.com
  • Shopify

Nightwatch vs Ahrefs

See why agencies and pros choose Nightwatch for rank tracking.

Nightwatch
Rank Tracking Specialist
Ahrefs
Backlink Specialist
Cost & Value
Starting Price
$32/mo
$99/mo
Price per 1,000 Keywords
Lower
Higher
Unlimited Seats
Data Frequency & Accuracy
Daily Updates
Standard
Weekly (lower tiers)
Local Tracking (Zip Code)
Precise
Basic
Mobile Tracking
SERP Screenshot Verification
Platform Coverage
Google Maps / Local Pack
Limited
YouTube Rank Tracking
DuckDuckGo & Bing
Limited
Reporting & Integration
White Label Reports
Google Analytics Integration
Search Console Integration
Local Precision

Local Tracking that Actually Works

Ahrefs is great for global data, but often misses the nuances of local SEO. Nightwatch tracks precise zip-code level rankings and map packs daily.

107k+Locations
DailyUpdates
Daily Insights

Uncover Hidden Opportunities

Stop relying on weekly updates. Get daily insights into emerging keywords and competitors before they dominate the SERP.

  • Track Local Pack rankings accurately
  • Identify Maps visibility gaps
  • Automated localized reporting
Local Pack Results
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#1
(428)
The Grind
#2
Daily Brew
#3

More Than Just Google

Track your presence on YouTube, Bing, DuckDuckGo, and more. Ahrefs focuses on Google; we focus on your entire search footprint.

Mobile Rank Tracker

Our rank tracker monitors rankings across Desktop, Mobile, and Tablet devices accurately.

Local Rank Tracker

Track local rankings from 190,000+ locations with zip-code level precision.

SERP Feature Tracking

Track Featured Snippets, Knowledge Panels, and Local Packs with precision.

Connect Your Real Data

Don't just track rankings in a silo. Overlay your actual Google Analytics and Search Console data to see the real impact on traffic and revenue.

G
Search Console

Enrich your data with and beyond Search Console limits.

Google Analytics

Bring your traffic data to our dashboard for full context.

Looker Studio

Visualize in real-time with seamless data studio sync.

Fast API

Sync to any data store with our fast performance API.

Data SourcesNightwatch HubReport Dashboard

Rank Tracker FAQ

Common questions about our rank tracker tool and its capabilities.

Our rank tracker accesses over 107,000 locations worldwide, allowing you to track keyword rankings down to the specific zip code or neighborhood level. Most competing rank tracker tools only offer country or city-level data.
Our rank tracker utilizes a diverse network of data centers across the globe to simulate real user searches from any location, ensuring high-accuracy ranking results that reflect what your actual customers see.
Our rank tracker's advanced segmentation allows you to group keywords by intent (e.g., 'Commercial', 'Informational'), product line, or location. This lets you spot trends in specific areas of your business that would be hidden in a global average.
With our rank tracker's drag-and-drop report builder, you can create white-labeled, automated reports in minutes. Schedule them to be sent to clients or stakeholders daily, weekly, or monthly without lifting a finger.

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