Yoast SEO vs Rank Math

Yoast SEO and Rank Math are the two most popular WordPress SEO plugins. Only install one.

Feature	Yoast SEO Freemium	Rank Math Freemium
Best for	WordPress sites that want a reliable, well-known plugin.	WordPress users who want many features for free.
Pricing	Free plugin. Premium version adds more features.	Free plugin. Pro plans add more features.
Platforms	WordPress plugin	WordPress plugin
Covers	WordPress SEO plugins	WordPress SEO plugins
Key features	Titles & meta XML sitemaps Schema graph Readability analysis Redirect manager (Premium)	Titles & meta Schema generator Redirections Search Console stats 404 monitor
Strengths	Trusted and widely used Solid schema output Beginner friendly	Generous free version Built-in schema and redirects Modern interface
Weaknesses	Some features locked to Premium Content scores can be over-simplified	Many settings can confuse beginners

Choose Yoast SEO if…

You want the most established plugin with a long track record and conservative defaults.

Choose Rank Math if…

You want more features in the free version, such as redirects and advanced schema.

Our verdict

Both handle the SEO basics well. Rank Math gives you more for free; Yoast is the safe, familiar choice.

Features and pricing change often. Check both vendors' websites for current plans before you buy.