Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,249 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
Online Estate Planning Services
Parse
https://parse.gl
Trust & Will now leads AI recommendations for online estate planning. In this market, services specializing in digital assets have also seen a dramatic rise in visibility since late 2025.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A user-friendly, guided platform for wills and trusts, often cited for couples. | 58% | |
| 2 | A long-standing service offering comprehensive documents with optional attorney support. | 47% | |
| 3 | Frequently recommended as the best free option for creating simple, basic wills online. | 36% | |
| 4 | Offers ongoing legal support and document creation via a subscription model. | 29% | |
| 5 | A fast-rising specialist in planning for digital assets like online accounts. | 26% | |
| 6 | Cost-effective downloadable software for creating various estate planning documents. | 24% | |
| 7 | 8% | ||
| 8 | 6% | ||
| 9 | 6% | ||
| 10 | 6% | ||
| 11 | 6% | ||
| 12 | A low-cost option for basic, state-specific will creation. | 6% | |
| 13 | 4% | ||
| 14 | 4% | ||
| 15 | 4% | ||
| 16 | 4% | ||
| 17 | 4% | ||
| 18 | 4% | ||
| 19 | 4% | ||
| 20 | 3% | ||
| 21 | 3% | ||
| 22 | 3% | ||
| 23 | 3% | ||
| 24 | 2% | ||
| 25 | 2% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
ncoa.org is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 44% of analyzed answers.
Dropped from #1 to #3 overall between November and March, as paid platforms gained prominence.
Rose from rank #25 to #6 between November and March, becoming a leader for digital-first estate plans.
“an all-in-one service” → “a top specialist for managing digital assets”
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51% | 69% | ||
| 45% | 57% | ||
| 26% | 30% | ||
| 15% | 35% | ||
| 21% | 16% |
The two models disagree most about MyGoodTrust (ChatGPT #24, Google #7).
Across 1,249 AI responses, Trust & Will is mentioned most, named in 58% of them, followed by LegalZoom (47%) and Freewill (36%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,249 AI responses to this market's buyer questions over the last 30 days. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is re-measured on the same 30-day window.
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.
AI consistently answers that online will makers can be legally sound for simple estates, but advises seeing a lawyer for complex situations. After November 2025, ChatGPT and Google AI began explicitly naming services like LegalZoom and
Trust & Will as reputable online options.
Brands mentioned
I need a simple will. Is using an online will maker legally sound, or should I see a lawyer?
AI consistently answers that online will makers can be legally sound for simple estates, but advises seeing a lawyer for complex situations. After November 2025, ChatGPT and Google AI began explicitly naming services like LegalZoom and
Trust & Will as reputable online options.
Initially, AI models heavily favored Freewill as the primary answer for affordability. Between December 2025 and March 2026, paid services like and gained equal or greater prominence, shifting the focus to include ease-of-use alongside cost.
Brands mentioned
Initially, AI models heavily favored Freewill as the primary answer for affordability. Between December 2025 and March 2026, paid services like
LegalZoom and
Trust & Will gained equal or greater prominence, shifting the focus to include ease-of-use alongside cost.
The market map
Recommended by need