Semrush wins on our tests — it scores 9.1 against NotebookLM's 8.7. That said, NotebookLM has a genuine free version while Semrush is paid — if budget decides, start with NotebookLM.
Head to head SEO & Marketing
NotebookLM vs Semrush
Two seo & marketing tools, one honest verdict — scores, pricing and free tiers compared side by side.
 NotebookLM |  Semrush | |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.7/10 | 9.1/10 |
| Pricing | Free | Paid |
| Free version | ✓ Yes | No |
| Open source | No | No |
| GitHub stars | — | — |
| Partner deal | — | — |
NotebookLM in short
Turn your sources into podcasts, briefs and answers — free from Google. It is completely free.
Semrush in short
The full marketing stack: SEO, ads, content and competitor intel. It is a paid tool.
FAQ
Which is better, NotebookLM or Semrush?
NotebookLM scores 8.7/10 and Semrush scores 9.1/10 in our hands-on tests. Semrush comes out ahead overall.
Is NotebookLM free?
Yes, NotebookLM has a real free version.
Is Semrush free?
Semrush is a paid tool; check current trials.
Can I try both for free?
Partially: NotebookLM has a free version. Trials may cover the rest.
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