Intent clusterJul 21, 2026·Last updated ·6 min read
Bottom-of-funnel keyword patterns that convert
Short answer
Bottom-of-funnel keywords share 12 repeatable patterns. Match one of them and the searcher is almost always ready to act.
Key Takeaways
- '[product] pricing' — high intent for SaaS.
- '[brand] vs [brand]' — comparison intent.
- '[product] alternative' — buyers ready to switch.
- 'best [product] for [use case]' — commercial intent.
- '[service] near me' — local intent.
- 'buy [product] [modifier]' — transactional intent.
12 keyword patterns that consistently deliver buyers — with examples from SaaS, ecommerce, and services.
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Pattern examples by industry
- SaaS: 'notion pricing', 'monday.com alternatives', 'clickup vs asana'.
- Ecommerce: 'buy leather boots size 10', 'best running shoes for flat feet'.
- Services: 'plumber near me open now', 'best divorce lawyer chicago'.
Frequently asked questions
How many BOFU keywords should a site target?
Start with 5–10 that match your best-selling product or service. Add 2–3 per month as authority grows.
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