Sistrix review 2026
How good is Sistrix really?
72/100 points
kosten.org editorial team
Last updated: 2026-03-16
72/100
Points
Based on published terms and features
Sistrix is regarded as the standard for the DACH SEO market. We check whether the visibility index pioneer from Bonn is still the benchmark in 2026.
Highlights of our Sistrix review
- DACH industry standard
- Best-known visibility index
- Deepest German keyword data
- On the market since 2008
Table of contents
1 Keyword research
22/25
Points
Sistrix offers over 100 million German keywords – fewer than Semrush in absolute numbers, but with the deepest coverage in the DACH region. For German SEO the data quality is unmatched. The keyword tool shows search volume, CPC, competition and seasonal trends. SERP analysis reveals who ranks for which keyword and how rankings have developed over the years.
2 Backlink analysis
15/25
Points
The backlink index (with data from SISTRIX, Majestic and other partners) is included in the packages and offers a solid backlink analysis. The database is optimised for the DACH region, but less extensive internationally than Ahrefs or Semrush. For analysing German websites, coverage is nevertheless good.
3 Site audit & technical
12/20
Points
Sistrix offers an on-page optimiser that analyses individual URLs and makes suggestions for improvement. A fully automatic site audit like Semrush's, however, is missing in the standard package. For technical SEO audits, complementary tools such as Screaming Frog are recommended.
4 Additional features
13/15
Points
The historical data is a great strength: on the plans from Plus, the data history goes back 5 or 11 years (Start: 3 months). The Google Update Radar shows the effects of algorithm updates in real time. Projects are limited per package (Start 3, Plus 15, Professional 40, Premium 100) and can be added.
5 Usability & price
10/15
Points
Operation is clear and professional. Sistrix sells four packages: Start €119, Plus €239, Professional €419 and Premium €799 a month, each plus VAT and cancellable monthly. Start cannot be upgraded and contains only 3 months of data history. No free plan, but a 14-day trial period.
Pros & cons at a glance
Pros
- Great depth of DACH data
- Long data history from the Plus plan
- Industry-standard metric
- Cancellable monthly
Cons
- Highest entry price in the comparison
- Less strong internationally
- No free plan
Conclusion: Sistrix review
72/100
Good (2.4)
Sistrix scores 72 out of 100 points and is still indispensable for DACH-focused SEO work. The Visibility Index is the reference metric in the German industry. Entry from €119 plus VAT is, however, the most expensive in the comparison.
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