Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 666 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Digital Marketing and PPC Agencies
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Measured across ChatGPT & Google AI
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Disruptive AdvertisingConsistently the top-ranked agency, praised for its data-driven, ROI-focused approach. | Consistently the top-ranked agency, praised for its data-driven, ROI-focused approach. | 38% |
| 2 |  SmartSitesA popular recommendation for small to mid-sized businesses needing effective PPC. | A popular recommendation for small to mid-sized businesses needing effective PPC. | 29% |
| 3 |  Thrive Internet Marketing Agency | 25% | |
| 4 |  KlientBoostFrequently cited for performance marketing, creative testing, and conversion rate optimization. | Frequently cited for performance marketing, creative testing, and conversion rate optimization. | 24% |
| 5 |  WebFXA large, established agency recommended for scaling with comprehensive digital growth services. | A large, established agency recommended for scaling with comprehensive digital growth services. | 24% |
| 6 |  Lyfe Marketing | 22% | |
| 7 |  Tinuiti | 20% | |
| 8 |  OuterBoxA fast-rising specialist, now a top choice for Google Shopping and e-commerce. | A fast-rising specialist, now a top choice for Google Shopping and e-commerce. | 20% |
| 9 |  Logical Position | 19% | |
| 10 |  Inflow | 19% | |
| 11 |  1Digital Agency | 15% | |
| 12 |  Common Thread Collective | 11% | |
| 13 |  Panem Agency | 11% | |
| 14 |  Nuanced Media | 11% | |
| 15 |  HawkSEM | 11% | |
| 16 |  Shopify | 9% | |
| 17 |  Uproer | 9% | |
| 18 |  Stryde | 8% | |
| 19 |  Silverback Strategies | 8% | |
| 20 |  Canopy Management | 8% | |
| 21 |  Alphabet | 8% | |
| 22 |  MuteSix | 8% | |
| 23 |  AdVenture Media Group | 8% | |
| 24 |  Single Grain | 7% | |
| 25 |  Ignite Visibility | 7% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
clutch.co is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 24% of analyzed answers.
“Being generally listed as a top agency.” → “Categorized specifically for 'data-driven/CRO' and 'creative, conversion-focused' campaigns.”
Jumped from rank #41 in Oct 2025 to #3 by Mar 2026.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disruptive Advertising | 58% | 43% | |
| Tinuiti | 40% | 48% | |
| KlientBoost | 33% | 29% | |
| Logical Position | 0% | 40% | |
| Common Thread Collective | 7% | 36% |
The two models disagree most about Thrive Internet Marketing Agency (ChatGPT #23, Google #5) and Common Thread Collective (ChatGPT #18, Google #4).
Disruptive Advertising maintains its leadership in AI recommendations for PPC agencies. However, the most significant shift is the rapid ascent of OuterBox, which surged from relative obscurity to a top-three contender, particularly for e-commerce advertising.
Across 666 AI responses, Disruptive Advertising is mentioned most, named in 38% of them, followed by SmartSites (29%) and Thrive Internet Marketing Agency (25%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 666 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
OuterBoxDisruptive AdvertisingKlientBoostSmartSitesWebFXAI models consistently recommend a core group of top-tier agencies, with
Brands mentioned
Disruptive AdvertisingMy company needs PPC marketing services - what agencies / brands should I look at?
AI models consistently recommend a core group of top-tier agencies, with
Lyfe MarketingDisruptive AdvertisingThrive Internet Marketing AgencyEarly responses recommended agencies with broad digital marketing capabilities. By late 2025 and into 2026, recommendations from both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews shifted to more specialized e-commerce growth agencies like
KlientBoostOur online sales are flat. I need an e-commerce marketing agency that can help us grow.
Early responses recommended agencies with broad digital marketing capabilities. By late 2025 and into 2026, recommendations from both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews shifted to more specialized e-commerce growth agencies like
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