AI SEO Tool Recommendations Needed

I run an IT-hardware trading and wholesale firm in Dubai and my immediate priority is to rank higher for product-related searches—specifically laptops, desktops and workstations—across the UAE (and ideally the wider GCC). I’m weighing two routes: investing in the right AI-powered SEO software stack or partnering with a specialised SEO agency. Here’s what I need from you: • A concise report that compares today’s leading AI-driven SEO platforms—covering keyword discovery, on-page optimisation, content generation, technical auditing and backlink analysis—against the needs of a wholesale hardware business. • Clear pros, cons and real-world cost projections for each tool, plus an objective side-by-side of “do-it-yourself with software” versus “hire an agency” so I understand the ROI trade-offs. • A practical, phased action plan outlining how the recommended solution can be rolled out—from initial site audit through to ongoing optimisation—without disrupting our sales operations. Timeline is flexible, so you can focus on depth and accuracy rather than rushing. I’ll judge success on how confidently I can choose a path forward and the clarity of next steps specific to our Dubai-based wholesale market.