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· ChatGPT Search and Google AI Mode
Based on every AI answer that names both
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
#1 in QR Code & Link Management Platforms · Mentioned in 51%
#2 in QR Code & Link Management Platforms · Mentioned in 38%
AI summary
Short.io tends to get the nod when teams want developer-oriented link management with custom domain support on accessible plans.
Listed first when AI names both
Recommended when named
Warned against · lower is better
Bitly (Best overall) If you need something that "just works" at scale, Bitly is difficult to beat.Pros: Mature REST API Excellent documentation Custom branded domains High availability infrastructure QR code generation Deep analytics Mobile deep linking Widely integrated with other platforms Bitly is built to handle millions of links and billions of redirects and is commonly used in enterprise environments.
It is the most recognizable name in the industry, offering rock-solid infrastructure, deep marketing integrations (Salesforce, HubSpot), and custom domain support on its paid plans. Short.io — Best for developers and multi-brand startups .It stands out because it allows multiple custom domains and offers a usable free tier with generous click headroom, alongside a clean, robust API.
Level: Custom URL shortening
Bitly alone is ranked in QR code creation and management, Influencer campaign tracking, Email inbox placement and QR code generation API.
Google AI ModeBitly listed first: 40%Short.io listed first: 60%
ChatGPT SearchBitly listed first: 67%Short.io listed first: 33%
JunBitly listed first: 50%Short.io listed first: 50%
JulBitly listed first: 68%Short.io listed first: 32%
AugBitly listed first: 41%59%
These bars show which brand AI favours in claims citing each source.
These bars show which brand AI favours in claims citing each source.
These bars show which brand AI favours in claims citing each source.
These bars show which brand AI favours in claims citing each source.
These bars show which brand AI favours in claims citing each source.
These bars show which brand AI favours in claims citing each source.
These bars show which brand AI favours in claims citing each source.
These bars show which brand AI favours in claims citing each source.
SepBitly listed first: 53%Short.io listed first: 47%
