Why Premium Backlinks Deliver Better Results and How They Helped Our Client Reach the Top

A common question we hear is: “Why spend more on backlinks when I can just buy more of the cheaper ones?” It’s a fair question, as mid-tier backlinks work, and we regularly use them in our strategies.

But here’s the thing: Cheaper backlinks often require higher volume and more time to deliver impact, whereas premium links can significantly accelerate outcomes. This case is a clear example of how combining different types of backlinks in one smart strategy can work.

What did we do?

Our client launched a brand-new website with no traffic or rankings. In the first 3 months, we focused on building a solid base using mid-tier links:

• Crowd links;
• Niche guest posts;
• Quality business listings.

Even at this stage, we saw gradual and stable traffic growth.

But to maximize results, we conducted an in-depth audit and, with the client’s approval, introduced a handful of premium backlinks from high-authority media (DR 70+, 100K+ monthly traffic, high topical relevance and trust).

What was the result?

📈 As shown in the Ahrefs graph, we achieved steady growth in both referring domains and traffic from zero to 2,000 monthly visitors in just six months. The strategy delivered gradual but confident results.

🔍 In the second screenshot, you can see Google keyword rankings. Several keywords that were hovering around the top 10 broke into the top 2–3 and held steady. That visibility boost happened right after we published the premium links.

This is a great example of how we approach each project individually. We don’t follow cookie-cutter strategies but audit, test, and implement what works best for the client. Sometimes that means taking a calculated risk and trying a more expensive solution. In this case, it clearly paid off.

👉 Different types of links bring different results. A smart combination of mid-tier and premium backlinks not only builds authority but also gives your business a real competitive edge and fast results.

Want a tailored link-building strategy that gets your website to the top? Contact us, and we’ll craft the right plan for your goals.