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Updated September 2026

vidIQ review

YouTube SEO and analytics toolkit offering keyword research, AI coaching, and competitor tracking. Best for keyword research, video SEO, and AI-driven channel coaching for YouTube. Starts at $19/mo.

Key features

  • Keyword research
  • AI Coach
  • Competitor tracking
  • Outlier finder
  • Tag/title optimization
  • 1-on-1 coaching add-on

Pros

  • Generous free tier for basic research
  • AI Coach gives channel-specific feedback

Cons

  • Multi-channel/team access requires Enterprise plan
  • Some tools gated behind Max tier

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Sources: vidiq.com