Understanding Jaaxy QSR vs. Google Search Results: Are They Always Accurate?
Keyword research is the foundation of any successful SEO strategy, and tools like Jaaxy provide essential metrics to help users determine competition levels. One of the key metrics in Jaaxy is the Quoted Search Results (QSR), which represents the number of websites competing for an exact keyword phrase. However, sometimes Jaaxy fails to generate a QSR for certain terms, leading users to find alternative verification methods.
One recommended approach that I found in one of the training videos here at WA which was recommended by one of the members to overcome the current Jaaxi QSR challenges is using Google Search manually. The process involves entering the keyword in quotation marks, navigating to the last search results page, and checking the total number of indexed results. This number should theoretically match the QSR Jaaxy provides. But what happens when these numbers do not align?
Testing Jaaxy QSR Against Google Search
Recently, I encountered a situation where Jaaxy returned a QSR of zero for a particular keyword. To validate this result, I followed the manual Google method. Surprisingly, instead of showing zero competing pages, Google displayed over 100 results for the same keyword. This discrepancy raises an important question: Is Jaaxy’s QSR incorrect, or is there no such thing as a zero QSR on Google?
I went to chatGPT for this issue - as I usually do with many of my questions these days - and here is the logic that ChatGPT provided.
Why the Numbers Might Differ
- Jaaxy's Algorithm vs. Google’s Indexing
Jaaxy relies on its own algorithm and data sources to determine QSR. Google, on the other hand, constantly updates and indexes pages dynamically. The difference in their data sets can lead to mismatched results. - Google’s Broad Interpretation of Search Queries
Even when using quotation marks to perform an exact match search, Google sometimes includes results with slight variations, synonyms, or related content. This could explain why Google still shows results while Jaaxy does not. - Filtering and De-duplication in Jaaxy
Jaaxy might filter out certain low-quality or duplicate pages that Google includes in its count, leading to different QSR figures. - Search Index Lag
Google constantly updates its index, but there may be delays in displaying the most recent indexed results. Jaaxy’s QSR might be based on older data, causing occasional discrepancies.
Does a True Zero QSR Exist?
A zero QSR means no competition for a keyword. However, Google’s vast indexing system makes it rare to find a keyword with absolutely no indexed results. Even newly coined phrases might get indexed quickly due to AI-generated content or automated page generation.
What This Means for Keyword Research
- Use Jaaxy as a Guideline: While Jaaxy’s QSR is helpful, it's not infallible. Cross-checking with Google can provide a broader perspective.
- Analyze the Quality of Competing Pages: Even if Google shows results, assess whether those pages truly target your keyword or if they are loosely related.
- Prioritize Low-Competition Keywords: A low QSR is ideal, but don’t dismiss keywords simply because Jaaxy or Google numbers don’t perfectly align.
Conclusion
Jaaxy’s QSR and Google’s search results serve as valuable tools for keyword research, but they don’t always match due to differences in algorithms and data interpretation. Instead of focusing solely on numbers, a strategic approach involves evaluating competition quality and overall search intent. By combining multiple research methods, you can make more informed SEO decisions and improve your chances of ranking successfully.
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I find there’s more to it than just chasing a specific keyword.
Search your seed keyword and then your long tail keyword, see what shows up. I use a tool that shows other site’s DA(domain authority) scores, so if my keywords are conjuring up sites with high DAs in the 90s for example, there’s no point in trying to rank for it, especially if you’re a newer site.
If you can’t see the DA scores, you can tell by names such as Amazon, WebMD, Wirecutter, Guitar Center, government sites, etc. Massive well known sites are hard to compete against.
Disclaimer:
(Take this with a grain of salt because I’ve only been at this for 1 year. It’s just what I have experienced so far)
I went down the rabbit hole of a “newly coined” keyword phrase before. I ranked on page 1 for a few minutes. lol But then, the big sites came in and swooped it up, pushed me to page 11, and then eventually knocked me out completely.
As far as data, I haven’t found a tool yet that give’s accurate real-time data of where your page ranks, not even GSC itself. It’s constantly changing just like the stock market. If you look at the 24 hour data you can see that, 10pm you’re ranked pos. 5 and by 6am you’re pos. 25. Only way is to do an Incognito search to see where or if you’re ranking in SERPS.
Always remember what Google said about searches:
15% of all searches every day on Google have never been seen before.
I tend to agree with you. I try to have the keywords there, just to feel that I have done my homework. But to tell you the truth, my main target is to get those original articles out, and try as much as possible to keep publishing.
Still, I think this is on my mind because I am not getting any traffic from Google, so I find myself always wondering and searching.
My pet peeve right now is a smart water bottle review I published recently.
Nowhere to be found on Google but “The 12 best electric toothbrushes of 2025” and “Water Corporation: Pay Bills, Check Outages, Update Details” show up for my keyword. 🤦🏻♂️
Woooow.. Amazing.. I think we need to take these things as part of the business and keep pushing
Thank you. That cleared up a lot of the mystery that I had experienced with keyword search. One question, if you don’t mind? When I write a post, I usually write it according to my research on the topic then I run it through either autopilot, or ChatGpt and request a suggestion for a keyword to correlate with the article. Is this a good way or am I missing something?
In my humble opinion and according to many experts here in WA, there is no right and wrong way.
One can write an article without any keyword research and Google will love it, and rank it, another which is highly researched, that will not go anywhere.
Therefore, many are preaching about keep writing quality, orgininal and helpful content consistently, and eventually this will get the traffic.
Personally, I go to Jaaxi, pick a couple of low competition keywords and try to make a title that includes those low competition keywords.
Currently I have no traffic coming from google, the traffic that I am getting is from Social media.
Thank you. I’m in the same predicament with my website. I like what you’re doing with keywords search. I’m not trying to make it hard, nor looking for a way to make it easy. I post 3-4 times a week and pray for good results. Eventually it will happen. Best of luck my friend.
Compared to me, you are doing great.. I am struggling to get one article a week, and when I am able to publish two, i feel that i need to celebrate ye the achievement
Archer, I hope you never quit. WA needs more people like us who are willing to dig in, learn, and apply what we learn. Someone recently stated that 'failure' is a learning experience. I wish you the best of luck.
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Neither will ever be 100% accurate in my opinion Rami...
If it's an article you want to write and think you can do better than the competition which is ranking highly... then go for it my friend! :-)
In my case, I am so far away than to think of competition. I cannot seem to get indexed, let alone to be ranked.
I tried manual indexing requests, but even that does not stay for a long time. I get the index when I request it, then I find the article not indexed again.
The only way I am addressing this, is keep on learning and continue publishing. This article here is part of my searching and learning efforts.
Just keep on publishing quality, unique content my friend...