Simple pricing for SERP API + Reader API
Start with prepaid credits. Pick the lane level that fits your workload.
Credits control how much you use. Parallel Lanes control how much work can run at the same time. Plans start at $18, and new users get 100 free credits to test.
Standard
Best for first tests
- Get 20,000 credits
- 2 Parallel Lanes ? What are Parallel Lanes? A lane is one request running now. This plan has 2 lanes, so 2 requests can run at the same time. When one finishes, that lane is ready again.
- Real-time results
- Fast response time
- Email technical support
- Fixed 2 Parallel Lanes
Credits valid for 6 months
Starter
Best for agent workflows
- Get 132,000 credits
- 3 Parallel Lanes ? What are Parallel Lanes? A lane is one request running now. This plan has 3 lanes, so 3 requests can run at the same time. When one finishes, that lane is ready again.
- Real-time results
- Faster response priority
- Email technical support
- Eligible for Lane Stacking ? What is Lane Stacking? Add another eligible plan and your lanes add up in one account. More lanes mean more requests can run at the same time. 1× $99 = 3 Lanes 2× $99 = 6 Lanes $99 + $597 = 25 Lanes
Credits valid for 6 months
Pro
Best for production pipelines
- ~1 Million credits
- 22 Parallel Lanes ? What are Parallel Lanes? A lane is one request running now. This plan has 22 lanes, so 22 requests can run at the same time. When one finishes, that lane is ready again.
- Real-time results
- Priority Request Routing
- Tier-1 Developer Support
- Eligible for Lane Stacking ? What is Lane Stacking? Add another eligible plan and your lanes add up in one account. More lanes mean more requests can run at the same time. 1× $99 = 3 Lanes 2× $99 = 6 Lanes $99 + $597 = 25 Lanes
Credits valid for 6 months
Ultimate
Best for high-volume teams
- Get 3,000,000 credits
- 68 Parallel Lanes ? What are Parallel Lanes? A lane is one request running now. This plan has 68 lanes, so 68 requests can run at the same time. When one finishes, that lane is ready again.
- Dedicated Cluster Node
- Zero Queue Latency
- Dedicated account manager
- Eligible for Lane Stacking ? What is Lane Stacking? Add another eligible plan and your lanes add up in one account. More lanes mean more requests can run at the same time. 1× $99 = 3 Lanes 2× $99 = 6 Lanes $99 + $597 = 25 Lanes
Credits valid for 6 months
* New users get 100 free credits upon registration.
** All prices exclude sales tax/VAT/GST.
*** Need monthly billing? Contact us.
100 free credits to test
Create a free account and make your first calls before you buy.
One credit pool
Use the same credits across Google, Bing, and Reader API.
Secure checkout with Stripe
Pay quickly, then see credits in your account right away.
Buy more anytime
Start small, then add more credits and lanes as you grow.
Understanding Parallel Lanes
Credits control usage. Parallel Lanes control how much work can run at the same time.
1 lane = 1 request running now
If you have 3 lanes, 3 requests can run at the same time. When one request finishes, that lane is ready again.
What more lanes help with
More lanes help you run more requests at once, clear queues faster, and handle burst traffic with less waiting.
What more lanes do not change
More lanes do not change the credit cost of one request. They change how much work can run at the same time.
Simple speed estimate
Requests/minute ≈ Lanes × (60 ÷ 2.5s)
This quick estimate uses a typical ~2.5s average request time for standard SERP requests. Reader API and heavier pages can take longer.
1 lane ≈ 24 requests/minute
3 lanes ≈ 72 requests/minute
22 lanes ≈ 528 requests/minute
Parallel Lanes vs hourly caps
Many APIs make you wait for an hourly reset. SearchCans works in a simpler way. Your limit is how many requests can run at the same time.
Need more throughput later? Add another eligible plan and your lanes add up in one account.
How pricing works
Buy credits once, use them when you need them
Credits work across SearchCans APIs. Standard Google and Bing search use 1 credit per request. Reader API standard mode uses 2 credits per request.
How it works:
1. Create a free account and test with 100 free credits.
2. Buy the plan that fits your usage and lane needs.
3. Add another eligible plan later if your requests start to queue.
Simple example: Buy 1x $99 (3 Lanes) + 1x $597 (22 Lanes) = 25 total lanes for faster throughput.
What credits cover today
Use the same credit pool for real-time Google search requests.
Need advanced controls later? See Docs for rollout details.
Use the same credit pool for Bing search without switching plans.
Need advanced controls later? See Docs for rollout details.
Turn web pages into clean Markdown with the same credit pool you use for search.
Advanced Reader API capabilities and add-on credit rules are documented in Docs.
See Docs for advanced capabilities and credit rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is a "Parallel Lane"?
A Parallel Lane is one request that can run at the same time. If you have 3 lanes, 3 requests can run at once. When one request finishes, that lane is ready for the next one right away.
Do more lanes change credit cost?
No. Credits control how much you use. Lanes control how much work can run at the same time. One request still uses the same credits based on the endpoint you call.
Can I get more parallel lanes? What is Lane Stacking?
Yes. On eligible plans, Lane Stacking adds your lanes together when you buy more than one plan. Example:
- 1x $99 = 3 Lanes
- 2x $99 = 6 Lanes
- 1x $99 + 1x $597 = 25 Lanes
When should I add more lanes?
Add more lanes when your jobs start to wait in a queue, when you run more workers at once, or when traffic comes in bursts. If busy moments feel slow, more lanes usually help.
How does credit consumption work when I stack plans (FIFO)?
When you have more than one active order, credits are used in First-In-First-Out (FIFO) order. The oldest order is used first. If that order runs out of credits or expires, its lanes are removed and your remaining active orders stay available.
How are credits consumed?
Standard Google and Bing search: 1 credit per request. Reader API standard mode: 2 credits per request. Advanced capabilities and add-on credit rules are documented in Docs.
Do you offer monthly billing?
Yes. If your team needs predictable monthly billing for steady usage, contact us about monthly billing. Credit packs are available today for flexible usage and bursty workloads.
Do credits expire?
Credits are valid for 6 months. You can use them whenever you need.
What payment methods are supported?
We support Stripe for credit card payments. Enterprise customers can contact us for invoice payments.
Can I get a refund?
We offer a 7-day refund window for low-usage orders. See our Terms of Service §4.3 for full details.
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