Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,231 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
RFID, Barcode & NFC Systems
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Zebra leads, named in 42% of answers, ahead of at 31% and at 18%.
The market map
Recommended by need
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Market-leading AIDC vendor providing ultra-rugged freezer-rated hardware. | 42% | |
| 2 | Supplies industrial-grade rugged scanners for harsh freezer environments. | 31% | |
| 3 | 18% | ||
| 4 | Manufacturer of industrial-grade scanners used in sub-zero applications. | 17% | |
| 5 | 17% | ||
| 6 | 12% | ||
| 7 | End-to-end retail | 11% | |
| 8 | 11% | ||
| 9 | 10% | ||
| 10 | 8% | ||
| 11 | 7% | ||
| 12 | 7% | ||
| 13 | 7% | ||
| 14 | Core technology provider for RAIN | 7% | |
| 15 | 6% | ||
| 16 | 6% | ||
| 17 | 6% | ||
| 18 | 6% | ||
| 19 | 6% | ||
| 20 | 5% | ||
| 21 | 5% | ||
| 22 | 5% | ||
| 23 | 5% | ||
| 24 | 5% | ||
| 25 | 4% |
Who wins on each AI
ChatGPT favors large RFID technology providers like Impinj, while Google AI Overviews prioritizes systems integrators such as MSM Solutions and Avancir for immediate warehouse deployment.
Sources AI cited
effon.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 18% of analyzed answers.
“Positioned as premium hardware choice” → “Positioned as the comprehensive standard for freezer and RFID deployment”
Rose from unranked in Oct 2025 to #4 by Aug 2026.
Remained top cited but lost total volume of mention since the start of 2026.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35% | 36% | ||
| 33% | 27% | ||
| 26% | 20% | ||
| 21% | 5% | ||
| 0% | 11% |
The two models disagree most about CipherLab (ChatGPT #20, Google #6) and Impinj (ChatGPT #4, Google #18).
Across 1,231 AI responses, Zebra is mentioned most, named in 42% of them, followed by Honeywell Home (31%) and Tera Digital (18%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,231 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 responses shifted from general hardware lists to specific recommendations like the Zebra DS2208, citing its versatility. ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews consistently highlight
Zebra and
Tera Digital as the primary contenders throughout the period.
Brands mentioned
What is the best barcode scanner for a small business?
AI responses shifted from general hardware lists to specific recommendations like the Zebra DS2208, citing its versatility. ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews consistently highlight
Zebra and
Tera Digital as the primary contenders throughout the period.
The focus remained on industrial ruggedized models from Zebra, Honeywell, and
. Responses consistently emphasize cold-rated batteries and heated windows as essential criteria.
Brands mentioned
Which "barcoding" hardware suppliers offer ruggedized scanners for cold storage environments?
The focus remained on industrial ruggedized models from Zebra, Honeywell, and
Datalogic. Responses consistently emphasize cold-rated batteries and heated windows as essential criteria.