Serper offers Google SERP data with plans starting at $50/month for 50,000 credits. At first glance it looks cheap, but Serper credits are not 1:1 with searches. Different query types consume different credit amounts, and you only get Google results. Scavio starts at $30/month for 7,000 credits covering five platforms. Here is how the pricing actually compares.
Scavio Pricing
Serper Pricing
Cost Comparison by Volume
| Volume | Scavio | Serper | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5,000 Google searches | $30 (Starter) | $50 (Standard) | 40% |
| 15,000 searches | $60 (Growth) | $50 (Standard) | N/A (Serper cheaper for Google-only) |
| 15,000 multi-platform | $60 (Growth) | $50+ (Google only) | Scavio covers 5 platforms |
Key Differences
- Serper only covers Google search. Scavio covers Google, Amazon, YouTube, Walmart, and Reddit in a single API.
- Serper's credit consumption varies by query type. A news search may cost more credits than a regular web search. Scavio uses one credit per search across all platforms.
- Scavio includes native LangChain tool and MCP server support. Serper has basic API access only.
- Scavio offers a free tier with 250 credits/month and no credit card. Serper offers a limited free trial.
- If you need any platform beyond Google, Serper requires a separate provider. Scavio handles it all.
Verdict
Serper is a solid choice if you only need Google SERP data at high volume and want the lowest possible per-credit cost. However, if you need multi-platform coverage (Amazon, YouTube, Walmart, Reddit) or AI agent framework support, Scavio offers far more value. The one-credit-per-search model is also simpler to predict than Serper's variable credit consumption. For teams building AI agents or multi-platform workflows, Scavio is the better deal.