Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 961 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
Marketing and Development Agencies
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Measured across ChatGPT & Google AI
Google Ads| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ClutchPrimary third-party platform for finding verified marketing agency reviews and data. | Primary third-party platform for finding verified marketing agency reviews and data. | 41% |
| 2 |  Alphabet | 38% | |
| 3 |  LinkedIn | 26% | |
| 4 |  GoodFirmsDatabase for filtering app development agencies by budget and client reviews. | Database for filtering app development agencies by budget and client reviews. | 14% |
| 5 |  Reddit | 14% | |
| 6 |  ClutchPrimary third-party platform for finding verified marketing agency reviews and data. | Primary third-party platform for finding verified marketing agency reviews and data. | 12% |
| 7 |  Meta | 11% | |
| 8 |  DesignRush | 10% | |
| 9 |  Trustpilot | 9% | |
| 10 |  FlutterHighly recommended framework for building rapid, cross-platform mobile MVPs. | Highly recommended framework for building rapid, cross-platform mobile MVPs. | 9% |
| 11 |  G2 | 9% | |
| 12 |  React NativeStandard cross-platform framework for efficient MVP software scaling. | Standard cross-platform framework for efficient MVP software scaling. | 9% |
| 13 |  HubSpot | 9% | |
| 14 |  Atlassian | 8% | |
| 15 |  Upwork | 8% | |
| 16 |  Salesforce | 8% | |
| 17 |  NoGood | 7% | |
| 18 |  Agency Spotter | 7% | |
| 19 |  ToptalMarketplace for pre-vetted freelance engineers for MVP development projects. | Marketplace for pre-vetted freelance engineers for MVP development projects. | 6% |
| 20 |  Semrush | 4% | |
| 21 |  Panther City Digital Marketing | 4% | |
| 22 |  Omnitail | 4% | |
| 23 |  FigmaEssential tool for wireframing and visualizing app concepts before development. | Essential tool for wireframing and visualizing app concepts before development. | 4% |
| 24 |  GitHub | 4% | |
| 25 |  WebFX | 4% |
Who wins on each AI
ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews show divergence regarding agency directories and tool platforms like Thrive Internet Marketing Agency and AgencyAnalytics.
Sources AI cited
reddit.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 58% of analyzed answers.
Ranked #6 in Nov 2025 and is currently #8
“General directory for marketing agencies” → “Critical verification tool for evaluating agency transparency”
Rose from #29 to #2 in this ranking since Nov 2025
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clutch | 9% | 40% | |
| Google Ads | 22% | 18% | |
 Google Analytics | 18% | 11% | |
 Thrive Internet Marketing Agency | 0% | 22% | |
 Meta Ads | 16% | 12% |
The two models disagree most about LinkedIn (ChatGPT #8, Google #21).
Across 961 AI responses, Clutch is mentioned most, named in 41% of them, followed by Alphabet (38%) and LinkedIn (26%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 961 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.
Clutch
GoogleAI responses emphasize the importance of internal goal-setting before searching directories like
How do I find a marketing agency that can help me build a comprehensive strategy for online growth?
AI responses emphasize the importance of internal goal-setting before searching directories like
ClutchGoogle AdsResponses shifted toward demanding ownership of ad accounts and real-time dashboard access as mandatory transparency markers. Both platforms now consistently advise reviewing actual sample reports to verify agency competence.
Brands mentioned
ClutchGoogle AdsResponses shifted toward demanding ownership of ad accounts and real-time dashboard access as mandatory transparency markers. Both platforms now consistently advise reviewing actual sample reports to verify agency competence.
