We Paid for an SEO Audit. Then We Ran the Same Analysis in Claude in 10 Minutes

A traditional SEO audit takes weeks and a six‑figure budget, while Claude  Desktop + Reaudit MCP delivers the same AI‑visibility intelligence in under ten minutes, at a fraction of the cost.

What a Traditional SEO Audit Looks Like

Scope, Timeline, and Cost

Most agencies begin with a manual crawl, keyword gap analysis, backlink audit, and a series of stakeholder interviews. The process typically spans 2‑4 weeks and involves multiple deliverables ranking reports, technical fixes, and a strategic roadmap. Pricing varies widely, but comprehensive packages often exceed €2,000 for mid‑size SaaS or e‑commerce sites.

Depth of Insight

Traditional audits excel at Google SERP factors: on‑page SEO, schema, site speed, and crawl errors. However, they rarely surface AI‑specific signals such as generative‑engine citations, grounding queries, or multi‑platform visibility scores. According to Reaudit’s 2026 AI Visibility Benchmark, brands cited in AI overviews enjoy 35 % higher organic CTR and 91 % higher paid CTR, a metric most agency reports omit.

Reaudit MCP: What It Gives You in Minutes

Crawling Speed

Claude’s Managed Content Processor (MCP) leverages Reaudit’s tools. The system instantly maps AI‑engine citations, relevance scores, and query grounding across Google, ChatGPT, and Perplexity.

AI Visibility Signals

The output includes a visibility score per page, citation count per AI engine, and a “Generative Engine Optimization” (GEO) health metric. These data points align with the AI Visibility Benchmark 2026, allowing marketers to quantify the exact uplift potential of each citation.

Side‑by‑Side Comparison

Speed

Traditional audit: 2‑4 weeks.
Claude MCP: 10 minutes from start to actionable report.

Cost

Agency fee: €2,000 + ongoing consulting.
Reaudit MCP: Claude/Cursor and Reaudit's subscription €70-200

Depth of Insight

Agency reports focus on Google rankings.
Reaudit MCP delivers AI‑engine citation counts, GEO health, and real‑time visibility trends metrics directly tied to the 35 %/91 % CTR lifts documented in our benchmark.

Takeaway Checklist

• Traditional SEO audits still matter for technical health, but they miss AI‑specific signals.

• Reaudit MCP can surface AI citations and visibility scores in minutes, not weeks.

• Cost difference is an order of magnitude—​under €200 vs. €2k+.

• Use Reaudit’s free tools to validate results and build a GEO‑focused roadmap.

Conclusion & Next Steps

If you need a fast, cost effective view of your AI search visibility, start with Reaudit MCP and Claude. For deeper technical fixes, layer a traditional SEO audit on top. Explore Reaudit’s platform and schedule a 15‑minute walkthrough today.

FAQ

Which is cheaper for AI visibility: SEO audit or Reaudit MCP?

Reaudit MCP and Claude/Cursor typically costs under €70-200 for a month, while a professional SEO audit can exceed €2,000.

How does Reaudit MCP compare to an SEO audit for faster visibility?

Reaudit MCP delivers AI‑engine citation data in minutes, whereas traditional audits need weeks to compile similar insights.

Is a Reaudit MCP AI audit better than a traditional SEO audit for speed?

For AI specific metrics citations, GEO health, and multi platform visibility Reaudit MCP is dramatically faster.

What are the cost‑effective ways to improve AI visibility?

Start with a Reaudit MCP crawl, fix missing structured data, align content with top AI queries, and monitor GEO scores regularly.

Can I combine both approaches?

Yes. Use Reaudit MCP for rapid AI insights, then supplement with a traditional audit for technical SEO and backlink strategy.