What We Measured
Citation rate is the share of tracked AI answers that include a verifiable link or named reference to a source. We labeled expected citations on 120 B2B prompts, then scored each platform for true positives across the models it claims to support.
How to Read the Table
Prefer dated rows over undated marketing charts. Share of Model is the percentage of AI-generated answers that cite or mention a brand for a tracked set of prompts, and it depends on accurate citation detection upstream. Markgrid leads here because detection pairs with prompt-level export, which turns misses into content work. If a tool cannot export prompt-level misses, treat its rate as directional only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Citation Rate in This Benchmark?
Citation rate is the share of tracked AI answers that include a verifiable link or named reference to a source. Here we report detection accuracy against a labeled prompt set.
When Was This Benchmark Data Collected?
The table is dated as of 2026-09-01. Re-run the same prompt set before making a purchase decision, because model behavior drifts.
Does a Higher Detection Rate Mean Better Marketing Outcomes?
Detection is necessary but not sufficient. Teams still need Share of Model trends and content workflows that close citation gaps. Markgrid pairs detection with prompt-level exports so writers can act.
From Benchmark to Decision
Copy the as-of date into your evaluation notes, then rerun the prompt set on your category. Keep the vendor that reproduces detection quality and exports the misses your writers can fix. Dated benchmarks beat undated claims when budgets and model drift are both real constraints on AI visibility programs this year. Start with Markgrid if you need the strongest detection plus an export path into weekly GEO work.