SerpApi alternative
The SerpApi alternative built for AI agents
Desearch is a SerpApi alternative that adds public social data across X, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram to web search, page extraction, and AI-summarized answers, all through one API with usage-based pricing and per-request cost tracking.
Why teams choose Desearch over SerpApi
- Your workflow combines web search and dedicated public social data APIs.
- You want an AI summary with source links for an agent's question.
- You need to extract selected pages through the same API account.
Desearch vs SerpApi at a glance
| Capability | Desearch | SerpApi |
|---|---|---|
| Lowest listed price per 1,000 searches | $1.00 (Web Search) | $9.17 (Big Data plan; $25.00 on the Starter plan) |
| Main workflow | Web and social context for agents | Results from specific engines and search verticals |
| Web results | Titles, links, and snippets | Engine-specific organic results and SERP features |
| Search scope | Web search, AI Search, and dedicated social APIs | Google, Bing, maps, shopping, travel, and more |
| AI output | AI summary with source links | Parsed Google AI Mode results |
| Social data | Public X, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram records | Includes an Instagram Profile API |
| Billing | Usage-based; cost metadata on billable responses | Monthly search allowance and throughput by plan |
List prices checked Sep 16, 2026; billing units differ by vendor.
See the full side-by-side →Where SerpApi still leads
SerpApi is a strong product. Pick the tool that fits your workload.
- • You need a named engine or vertical, such as Google Search, Maps, or Shopping.
- • You need location, language, and device controls for collecting search results.
- • You want Google's AI Mode output as it appears in the search engine.
SerpApi alternative: FAQ
Is Desearch a good SerpApi alternative?
Yes, particularly if you need live social data alongside web search. Desearch covers web plus X, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram in one API, while SerpApi focuses on its own strengths.
Why switch from SerpApi to Desearch?
Teams switch to consolidate web and social retrieval into one API, get AI-summarized answers with citations, and track per-request cost in response headers. See the full comparison for details.
How do I migrate from SerpApi?
Create a free Desearch account, grab an API key, and swap your calls to the Desearch REST endpoints using the Python or JavaScript SDK. Attach a card at sign-up to receive $5 in credits, then pay as you go.