The Best AI Powered SEO Writing Tools for Startups

Thanks to AI tools, startups can use content marketing to boost traffic and sales quickly, at a fraction of the cost it took just a few years ago.

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The cost of digital advertising has doubled over the past five years. At my last startup, we got frustrated with the high costs of running search and social ads, so we tested content marketing. We didn’t know what we were doing - and needed to do it well since we were in healthcare - so we hired an agency. They charged us $10,000 to write 10 articles in two months, or $1,000 per article. It took six months to see traffic pick up, at which point we realized visitors weren’t converting to paid customers. Womp, womp.

Fortunately, AI has revolutionized content marketing. Now, startups can crank out dozens or even hundreds of SEO optimized articles in weeks, attracting the right customers without breaking the bank.

The challenge is finding the right tool, given that there are already dozens out there, with more popping up all the time. To help, we’ve recommended the best ones for a few common use cases. While there are AI tools that write copy for websites and ads, and that specialize in specific tasks like researching competitor tactics, improving SEO for existing content, or planning campaigns, we’ll focus here on AI tools that write new articles designed to attract visitors likely to become customers.

Jasper AI

Best for writing that performs and reads well

Pros:

• Creates articles that are on-brand, and seem like they were written by a human

• Easy to set up and to use, even with minimal technical expertise

• Generates content quickly, so it can really scale

• Funnels traffic where it converts best, like your homepage

Cons:

• May oversimplify or misinterpret complex, technical topics

• Trained on data that’s not always up to date, which can require fact checking

Pricing:

• $5–$10/article

Some SEO writing performs well, but would make a discerning reader cringe. Not on Jasper’s watch. It provides brand voice training, to align copy with your preferred style and tone. It writes quickly, and has a lot of customization options. Jasper can also integrate with Surfer SEO, to make sure your articles are optimized for search engines. However, Jasper can struggle with complex technical topics and requires occasional editing to ensure accuracy and personalization. But overall, Jasper is a great tool for writing high quality content at scale. Pricing starts at $39/month for unlimited AI writing, with costs varying based on usage and plan. We estimate that works out to less than $10 per article.

KoalaWriter

Best for writing that performs well, with low effort and cost

Pros:

• Generates full SEO articles with minimal human input.

• Integrates with live SERP data to align with Google's latest rankings.

• Offers good search intent matching, ensuring articles answer user queries.

• Provides a good balance between cost and SEO performance.

Cons:

• Requires some user input to customize content settings.

• May not offer as much depth in complex topics.

Pricing:

• $2.50–$9 per article

KoalaWriter is designed for startups that need fast, low-cost AI-written content that ranks well. It generates SEO articles with minimal editing required. It also has a user-friendly interface. Your writing may not win you a Pulitzer, and customization can take some effort, but KoalaWriter strikes a good balance between performance and cost. Pricing is flexible and affordable.

LongShot AI

Best for writing fact-checked, industry-specific articles

Pros:

• Uses real-time sources to fact-check AI-generated articles, ensuring accuracy and trustworthiness.

• Ideal for startups in high-trust industries like tech, finance, and healthcare.

• Helps improve domain authority with research-backed content.

• Inexpensive, especially given the quality it produces.

• Integrates with tools like WordPress, Semrush and Copyscape.

Cons:

• Has a lot of features, which can make the UX overwhelming at first.

• Writing is factually accurate but sometimes requires grammar-checking.

• Writing is straightforward but not especially engaging to read.

Pricing:

• $2–$5 per article

LongShot AI is notable for its fact-checking capabilities, so it’s good for startups in industries where accuracy is critical. It generates trustworthy content that enhances domain authority, which is beneficial for targeting expert audiences. It does take some time to learn about all of its features, and it may be overly complex for some users. Still, you’ve got to love its combination of specialized performance and affordable pricing.

Got feedback on these, or have other AI tools you recommend for startups? Please reply and let us know!