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At a Glance
Google Search Console
Google Search Console
Star Rating
(457)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (62.4% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Google Trends
Google Trends
Star Rating
(256)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (65.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Google Trends
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Google Search Console excels in providing clear insights into search performance, with users appreciating its ability to show which queries drive traffic and highlight page performance issues. This level of transparency is crucial for optimizing SEO strategies.
  • Users say that Google Trends stands out for its ability to track audience interest shifts in real-time, making it a valuable tool for marketers and content creators. The clean interface and easy-to-interpret charts help users quickly validate campaign ideas and analyze seasonal behavior.
  • Reviewers mention that Google Search Console offers a straightforward user experience, with many noting its convenience in handling most tasks automatically. This ease of use is particularly beneficial for small businesses looking to streamline their SEO efforts.
  • According to verified reviews, Google Trends is praised for its powerful capabilities in transforming vast amounts of search behavior data into actionable insights. Users appreciate its detailed view of shifting audience interests, which can inform content creation and marketing strategies.
  • G2 reviewers highlight that while Google Search Console has a higher overall satisfaction score, Google Trends receives commendations for its ease of setup and navigation, making it a user-friendly option for those new to data analysis.
  • Users report that Google Search Console's robust features for SEO alerting and auditing are particularly beneficial for businesses focused on improving their online visibility, whereas Google Trends is more suited for those interested in understanding broader market trends and audience behavior.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Google Search Console
No pricing available
Google Trends
No pricing available
Free Trial
Google Search Console
No trial information available
Google Trends
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.1
383
8.8
209
Ease of Use
9.1
392
9.4
210
Ease of Setup
9.2
226
9.4
72
Ease of Admin
9.3
192
9.3
41
Quality of Support
7.9
329
8.3
156
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.4
181
9.4
36
Product Direction (% positive)
9.3
370
8.9
204
Features by Category
SEO Auditing & Monitoring
8.2
302
7.7
141
8.4
298
8.3
132
8.3
291
8.1
132
8.6
294
7.2
131
Agentic AI - SEO Tools
5.2
21
6.8
12
5.2
21
7.3
13
6.1
22
6.1
12
5.7
19
8.1
12
5.8
20
7.6
12
5.6
20
7.8
13
6.0
21
8.2
13
SEO Content & Rankings
7.0
298
7.1
141
8.0
319
8.9
174
8.1
306
7.3
144
7.7
277
8.3
147
7.8
284
8.3
144
SEO Reporting
6.0
290
7.9
157
8.1
290
8.4
145
7.4
290
7.3
133
6.4
257
6.6
120
Generative AI
5.4
176
6.1
90
5.5
179
6.2
90
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Google Search Console
Google Search Console
Google Trends
Google Trends
Google Search Console and Google Trends are categorized as SEO Tools
Unique Categories
Google Search Console
Google Search Console has no unique categories
Google Trends
Google Trends has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Google Search Console
Google Search Console
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
62.4%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
7.8%
Google Trends
Google Trends
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
65.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
26.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
8.0%
Reviewers' Industry
Google Search Console
Google Search Console
Marketing and Advertising
23.3%
Information Technology and Services
12.5%
Computer Software
10.1%
Financial Services
2.5%
Education Management
2.5%
Other
49.2%
Google Trends
Google Trends
Marketing and Advertising
23.9%
Information Technology and Services
10.4%
Computer Software
8.4%
Retail
3.6%
Events Services
3.6%
Other
50.2%
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Discussions
Google Search Console
Google Search Console Discussions
What is Google Search Console used for?
4 Comments
Himanshu S.
HS
It is one of the best tool for analyzing data of traffic to your website or blog.Read more
How do I use the Google console?
3 Comments
SR P.
SP
Using Google Search Console involves several steps to set up and access data related to your website's performance in Google search results. Here's a basic...Read more
What is Google Search console in SEO?
3 Comments
SR P.
SP
Google Search Console (formerly known as Google Webmaster Tools) is a crucial tool for SEO (Search Engine Optimization) professionals and website owners....Read more
Google Trends
Google Trends Discussions
What does Google Trends do?
2 Comments
Shubham P.
SP
Google Trends shows what is trending search terms and topics going around the world. You can set filters for a different locations to check what is trending...Read more
What is Google Trends used for?
2 Comments
Ayush J.
AJ
To get the insights and latest trends in searches and interestes among the majorityRead more
What is the use of Google Trends?
1 Comment
Julia Selby S.
JS
Seeing what people are searching for over time. This can help offer insight for SEO, content marketing, developing content ideas, and monitoring cultural...Read more