Consensus review
Updated September 28, 2026 · ForgeCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 26, 2026
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Our verdict
Consensus suits small teams that want a free research tool before paying. Pro starts at $20 a month and includes 15 Deep reviews per month, sitting under the SEO tools price median of €25.43.
Key facts
- Best for
- Free market research first, then a paid Pro plan for deeper review volume.
- Price from
- $20 (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Free plan
- Yes (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Usage limits
- 15 Deep reviews per month (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Legal entity
- Consensus NLP, Inc. (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Headquarters
- United States (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Founded
- 2021 (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Support channels
- Email, Help-centre (Source, checked September 26, 2026)
- Pricing model
- Free plan
- Official website
- consensus.app
Apps and profiles
- Elsewhere
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A free plan is included, so a team can start without paying
- Pro entry price of $20 sits below the SEO tools median of €25.43
- Pro usage allowance of 15 Deep reviews per month gives a clear monthly ceiling
- A help centre and email support cover most questions
Cons
- The Pro allowance of 15 Deep reviews per month is a monthly cap, so heavy research days run out quickly
- Support runs on email and help centre only, with no live chat or phone line listed
- Pro costs more than free alternatives that start at $0
Who it suits
- Small businesses checking whether research evidence is worth paying for
- Teams already on a free plan who need a higher monthly review volume
Who should look elsewhere
- Vantage, priced higher at $30, when you need a larger budget for reviews
- myGreekTax, listed at €69, if you are shopping in euros rather than dollars
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Consensus Pro cost?+
Pro starts at $20. That entry price sits below the SEO tools median of €25.43, so it is a moderate way into the paid range. The listed figure covers the paid Pro subscription described in the help centre.
Is there a free plan?+
Yes, a free plan is included, and Consensus is listed on a free plan model. It suits teams who want to sample the research output before paying anything. The Pro subscription adds the higher monthly review volume.
How many deep reviews does Pro include?+
Pro includes 15 Deep reviews per month. That is the whole allowance, so a heavy week of research can use it up before the month ends. Teams with steady volume should factor the cap into their plan choice.
Who is Consensus built for?+
Consensus is a small business tool based in the US and run by Consensus NLP, Inc.. It suits teams that want evidence for decisions rather than a full marketing suite. The Pro tier is aimed at heavier research users.
How is Consensus supported?+
Support runs on email and help centre. A help centre covers common questions, and email handles the rest. Self service documentation is the main route listed for troubleshooting.
Where does the pricing sit against other options?+
Consensus Pro entry of $20 is lower than Vantage at $30 and higher than Novo at $0. Readers weighing price at entry can place it in the middle of these three.
How old is Consensus?+
Consensus was founded in 2021. The company is registered as Consensus NLP, Inc. and headquartered in the US, which tells you who stands behind the subscription.
Sources
- consensus.app checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Free plan, Pricing model, Support channels
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- consensus.app/home/about-us checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Founded, Headquarters
“Consensus was founded in 2021 by Christian Salem and Eric Olson”
- consensus.app/home/terms-of-service checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Legal entity
“These Terms of Use govern your use of Consensus NLP's”
- help.consensus.app/en/articles/11408820-what-do-you-get-w... checked September 26, 2026
Backs: Price from, Usage limits
“monthly allotment of Deep searches for just $144/year or $20/month”
Compiled from 4 source pages, checked September 26, 2026. We did not open an account.
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Consensus
Free market research first, then a paid Pro plan for deeper review volume.