Data as of Oct 18, 2026Based on 937 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
Kalshi and Polymarket run nearly even across prediction market queries, with Kalshi favored for regulated contracts on economic data and pop culture while Polymarket draws users for crypto-based wagers. Polymarket serves as the usual answer for traders wanting to bet on tech earnings targets or protocol milestones.
Rank and Mentioned in · since Jul 5
| # | Brand | Recommended for | Mentioned in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | regulated event contracts on economic prints, politics, and award shows | regulated event contracts on economic prints, politics, and award shows | 82% |
| 2 | high-liquidity on-chain prediction markets covering global events and crypto topics | high-liquidity on-chain prediction markets covering global events and crypto topics | 80% |
| 3 | academic political futures trading with lower individual contract limits | academic political futures trading with lower individual contract limits | 14% |
| 4 | retail brokerage access to political and economic event contracts | retail brokerage access to political and economic event contracts | 10% |
| 5 | fixed-odds entertainment and pop culture wagering in permitted states | fixed-odds entertainment and pop culture wagering in permitted states | 9% |
| 6 | creating custom prediction questions using social play money | creating custom prediction questions using social play money | 9% |
| 7 | decentralized infrastructure providing shared liquidity for on-chain betting | decentralized infrastructure providing shared liquidity for on-chain betting | 7% |
| 8 | trading regulated economic forecast contracts through an established brokerage | trading regulated economic forecast contracts through an established brokerage | 7% |
| 9 | traditional sportsbook lines on entertainment futures where permitted | traditional sportsbook lines on entertainment futures where permitted | 6% |
| 10 | 5% | ||
| 11 | 5% | ||
| 12 | 5% | ||
| 13 | settlement currency for placing wagers on decentralized prediction platforms | settlement currency for placing wagers on decentralized prediction platforms | 5% |
| 14 | 5% | ||
| 15 | 4% |
Weeks of Jul 27 – Sep 6, 2026 · Since Jul 5
Widest split: Robinhood, 7% on ChatGPT Search and 13% on Google AI Mode.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalshi | 82% | 82% | |
| Polymarket | 78% | 81% | |
| PredictIt | 12% | 16% | |
| Robinhood | 7% | 13% | |
| DraftKings | 7% | 12% | |
| Manifold Markets | 9% | 9% | |
| Azuro Protocol | 7% | 6% | |
| Interactive Brokers | 5% | 8% | |
| FanDuel | 4% | 8% | |
| Polymarket US | 8% | Outside Google AI Mode's top 25 |
27% of citations point at the ranked brands’ own sites. reuters.com, si.com, foxsports.com are the most-cited sites outside the ranked brands’ own domains.
Market map
Mentioned in · since Jul 5
Leading brands by topic
I want to bet on the outcome of a future event. What is the best token to use in a decentralized prediction market?
Which sportsbook lets you bet on political outcomes?
I want to participate in on-chain prediction markets. Which token has the most active and diverse markets available?
The 5 brands that lead or place most often
| Topic | Kalshi | Polymarket | Manifold Markets | PredictIt | Robinhood |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Led by Kalshi 7 | |||||
Are there any prediction markets where I can participate in betting on political election results?
I want to bet on real-world events using cryptocurrency. Which blockchain-based prediction markets offer the most variety?
I want to bet on the outcome of a reality TV show finale. Where can I find those markets?
Which prediction market platforms offer the ability to host invite-only events?
I'm just getting started with prediction markets and need a platform that's easy to use. Which ones are best for beginners?
How do I find a way to wager on actual events like economic releases or celebrity happenings?
Kalshi vs. Polymarket for betting on real-world events? Which one is better for a beginner?
I am looking for a betting exchange that operates legally in my region. Can you recommend the top options?
I'm looking for a decentralized prediction market where I can bet on Ethereum price movements. What are the top options?
I'm looking for a decentralized way to bet on the future value of ETH. What are my best options?
What's the best decentralized prediction market to bet on the future price of Ethereum?
Which prediction markets offer betting options for macroeconomic events such as the consumer price index?
Can you point me to a prediction market site that lets users trade on economic events such as the Consumer Price Index?
How can I use a prediction market to hedge my real-world financial portfolio?
I need a prediction market with the tightest spreads and lowest costs for trading. What are my best options?
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| Led by Polymarket 3 | |||||
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| Led by Manifold Markets 1 | |||||
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