Medium vs Substack: which does AI recommend?

Since May 31 · · ChatGPT and Google AI Mode

Based on 39 AI responses that name bothReviewed by

How we measure

When AI names both, it lists first more often than not.

Head to head

Listed first when AI names both

MediumMedium: 33%SubstackSubstack: 67% (Substack leads)

Topic by topic

About even1Substack named more1

Substack named more

About even1

Only Medium is ranked in5

Only Substack is ranked in12

What people ask AI about Medium and Substack

Medium listed firstSubstack listed first
  1. I want to start a blog. What's the best platform for a beginner?Substack often first

Who AI mentions first

Medium listed firstSubstack listed first
  • Google AI ModeMedium listed first: 40%Substack listed first: 60%

Sources AI cites

Medium favouredNeither favouredSubstack favoured

Other brands AI mentions

BrandMentioned in
  1. Wix85%
  2. WordPress.com79%
  3. Squarespace69%
  4. WordPress69%
  5. Blogger18%
  6. DreamHost10%
  7. Ghost10%
  8. NameHero10%
  9. Bluehost8%
  10. Clippings.me5%
  11. Fiverr5%
  12. Journo Portfolio5%

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