IndexLens vs IndexChecker.io:
Official API Data vs SERP Scraping
IndexChecker.io uses Google SERP scraping to estimate index status — a method that is inherently unreliable. IndexLens connects directly to Google Search Console API for 100% accurate, authoritative data on every page of your site.
The IndexLens Advantage
IndexLens provides 100% accurate index datafrom Google's own Search Console API. You get the exact coverage state for every URL — "Submitted and indexed", "Crawled — currently not indexed", "Discovered — currently not indexed", and more. Plus automated daily monitoring with alerts when pages drop out of the index.
IndexChecker.io Approach
IndexChecker.io performs a site: URL searchon Google and checks if results appear. This SERP scraping method is convenient (no site verification needed) but produces unreliable results. It can't tell you why a page isn't indexed, doesn't support monitoring, and has no access to your actual Search Console data.
| Feature | IndexLens | IndexChecker.io |
|---|---|---|
| Data Source | Official Google Search Console API | SERP scraping (Google search results) |
| Indexing Accuracy | 100% — verified by Google directly | ~80% — scraping can miss pages or give false positives |
| Bulk URL Limit | Up to 1,000 URLs/day (Pro) | Varies by plan, often capped at 100-500 |
| Free Tier | 50 checks/day — free forever | Limited free checks with CAPTCHA walls |
| Indexing Error Details | Full coverage state breakdown from GSC | Binary indexed / not indexed only |
| Daily Auto-Monitoring | Built-in scheduled checks with alerts | Not available — manual checks only |
| Email & Slack Alerts | Instant notifications on status changes | Not available |
| GSC Data Integration | Direct native API connection | No GSC integration |
| Setup Complexity | OAuth with Google — 2 minute setup | No setup, but no site verification either |
| Entry Price | Free (50/day) or $9/mo (1,000/day) | Free with limits; paid plans from ~$10/mo |
Pricing Comparison
IndexLens
- 50 free checks/day forever
- 1,000 checks/day on Pro
- Official GSC API data
- Full error breakdown
- Daily auto-monitoring & alerts
IndexChecker.io
- SERP-based checks (not API)
- No error detail beyond indexed/not indexed
- No monitoring or alerts
- No GSC integration
- ~80% accuracy rate
Frequently Asked Questions
How does IndexLens check index status differently from IndexChecker.io?
IndexLens connects directly to the Google Search Console API using OAuth. This means Google itself tells us the exact indexing status of every URL on your verified property. IndexChecker.io, by contrast, performs a 'site:yoururl.com' search on Google and checks if results appear — a method that is inherently unreliable, can produce false positives, and doesn't reveal why a page isn't indexed.
Is SERP scraping accurate for index checking?
SERP scraping is roughly 70-80% accurate. It can miss pages that are indexed but don't show up in a 'site:' query, and it can report pages as indexed when they're actually being filtered. Most importantly, it cannot tell you the reason a page isn't indexed (e.g., 'Crawled — currently not indexed' vs 'Discovered — currently not indexed'), which is critical for fixing indexing issues.
Can IndexChecker.io monitor my site's index status over time?
IndexChecker.io is primarily a one-time check tool. It doesn't offer scheduled monitoring or historical tracking. IndexLens provides daily automated checks with trend data, so you can see how your index coverage changes over time and get alerted immediately if pages drop out of the index.
Is the IndexLens free tier really unlimited?
The IndexLens free tier gives you 50 URL checks per day, every day, forever. No credit card required. If you need more, the Pro plan ($9/mo) gives you 1,000 checks per day with bulk checking, auto-monitoring, and alerts.
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