Last updated: February 2026
These benchmarks are based on TrendAxis research and implemented within Axis Suite.
Baseline benchmarks for AI visibility scores. What "good" looks like for AI-driven discovery, by score tier and business category.
Reference: Axis Suite AI Visibility Framework (2026)
This document defines benchmark standards for AI visibility scoring across business categories.
Rarely cited by AI systems. Weak or absent entity presence. AI assistants do not recognize or recommend the brand.
Typical Indicators:
Occasional mentions by AI systems. Inconsistent citations across platforms. Brand may appear in longer lists but is not a primary recommendation.
Typical Indicators:
Frequently cited in comparisons and recommendations. Strong entity clarity across multiple platforms. Consistent mention positioning.
Typical Indicators:
Default recommendation in the category. High confidence responses across all major AI models. Brand is the canonical answer.
Typical Indicators:
Score ranges vary by industry. The table below shows typical ranges observed across Axis Suite scans in early 2026.
| Category | Low | Moderate | High | Dominant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SaaS / Tech Platforms | 15–25 | 35–50 | 55–75 | 80+ |
| Marketing Agencies | 10–20 | 25–40 | 45–65 | 70+ |
| Local Services | 5–15 | 20–35 | 40–55 | 60+ |
| E-commerce | 10–20 | 30–45 | 50–70 | 75+ |
| Professional Services | 10–20 | 25–40 | 45–60 | 65+ |
Ranges are based on aggregated, anonymized scan data from Axis Suite users. Individual results vary based on entity clarity, schema quality, and authority signals.
Axis Suite is the platform that applies these concepts in practice.