IndexRusher Alternative: Same Features, Half the Price
We love what IndexRusher built - it inspired us to create IndexMachine. We offer the same core features - autopilot indexing, Google/Bing/LLM support, 404 alerts - but at a fraction of the price.
Credit Where It's Due
IndexRusher by @johnrushx pioneered the "autopilot indexing" approach that we all benefit from today. They proved that automated, multi-engine indexing works. We built IndexMachine with the same philosophy - but optimized for indie hackers and solopreneurs who need the same power at a lower price point.
| Feature | IndexMachine | IndexRusher |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing (5 domains) | $100 Lifetime | $199 Lifetime |
| Single Domain Option | $25 Lifetime | |
| Pages per Domain | 1,000 pages | 1,000 URLs |
| Google Indexing | ||
| Bing Indexing | ||
| LLM Indexing (ChatGPT) | ||
| Full Autopilot Mode | ||
| 404 Page Alerts | ||
| Daily Reports | ||
| Price per Domain | $20 | $40 |
The Honest Comparison
Half the Price, Same Features
IndexRusher charges $199 lifetime for 5 domains (1,000 URLs per domain). That's a solid product at a fair price for what they offer.
IndexMachine offers $100 lifetime for 5 domains with the same core functionality. That's exactly half the price.
And if you only have one site? We offer a $25 single domain option that IndexRusher doesn't have. No need to pay for 5 domains if you only need one.
Price Comparison:
- IndexRusher (5 domains): $199
- IndexMachine (5 domains): $100
- IndexMachine (1 domain): $25
- You save: 50% or more
Same Multi-Engine Support
Both IndexRusher and IndexMachine support the same search engines:
We use the same official APIs - Google Search Console Indexing API and Bing Webmaster Tools API. There's no difference in how your pages get submitted.
Full Autopilot - Just Like IndexRusher
IndexRusher popularized the "full autopilot" approach - connect your domain once and forget about it. We do exactly the same:
- Daily automatic sitemap monitoring
- New pages detected and submitted automatically
- Updated content re-submitted to search engines
- Zero manual work after initial setup
404 Alerts Included
Both tools alert you when pages return 404 errors. Broken pages hurt your SEO - we'll let you know immediately so you can fix them before they impact your rankings.
When IndexRusher Might Be Better
We're not going to pretend we're better in every way. Here's when IndexRusher makes sense:
- Established track record - IndexRusher has been around longer and has more public social proof (Product Hunt awards, etc.).
But if you're an indie hacker, solopreneur, or small team? IndexMachine gives you the same core value at half the price - or just $25 if you only need one domain.
Same Power. Fraction of the Price.
IndexRusher proved the model works. We just made it accessible to everyone.
No disrespect to IndexRusher - they built something great. We just believe that powerful SEO tools shouldn't require an annual subscription.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is IndexMachine so much cheaper than IndexRusher?
We're a small team with minimal overhead. No VC funding to pay back, no large team to support, no expensive marketing campaigns. We pass those savings directly to you. The underlying technology (Google/Bing APIs) costs the same for everyone - we just charge less margin.
Do you use the same indexing methods?
Yes. Both tools use the official Google Search Console Indexing API and Bing Webmaster Tools API. These are the legitimate, Google-approved methods for requesting indexing. The technical implementation is essentially the same.
Can I switch from IndexRusher to IndexMachine?
Absolutely. Just connect your domain to IndexMachine - we'll automatically discover your sitemap and start monitoring. Your existing indexed pages stay indexed. There's no data to migrate.
What's the catch with lifetime pricing?
No catch. We believe in the indie hacker model - build something useful, charge a fair one-time price, and let it generate sustainable revenue. Our costs are low enough that lifetime pricing makes business sense. If we ever need to change the model, existing lifetime customers will be grandfathered in.
Do you have LLM indexing like IndexRusher?
Yes! We support indexing to ChatGPT and other AI chatbots, just like IndexRusher. As AI search becomes more important, having your content discoverable by LLMs is crucial - and we've got you covered.