ChatGPT dominates search, but AI runner-up is unexpected

Google’s Gemini ranks second but trails ChatGPT by a significant margin in user searches.

ChatGPT remains the most popular AI, with nearly 25 million searches each month in the US.

Recent research reveals that OpenAI’s ChatGPT remains the most sought-after AI tool, with nearly 25 million searches from US users each month. Despite its immense popularity, Google’s Gemini follows far behind in second place, receiving just 1.5 million searches.

Although Gemini struggled earlier in the year, public interest has been growing. This uptick might be tied to its association with Google’s AI-powered Pixel 9 phones, which launched after the data was collected. Gemini’s appearance on Android devices could further boost its profile.

Other popular AI tools trail significantly behind, with Microsoft’s Copilot in third place, generating 368,000 searches monthly. Perplexity and Brave Search round out the top five. Interestingly, AI models like Character.ai and Claude failed to make the top 15 in searches.

Superside’s study demonstrates the clear user preference for established AI models. While the interest in AI continues to rise, a few dominant players seem to capture the majority of attention.