Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 942 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
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| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The dominant online marketplace for obtaining multiple, standardized | 36% | |
| 2 | A leading online marketplace frequently mentioned alongside | 19% | |
| 3 | Consistently cited as the essential certification for verifying an installer's technical qualifications. | 13% | |
| 4 | Often cited for comparing quotes and understanding equipment specifications and warranties. | 12% | |
| 5 | A primary source for financial guidance like calculating cost-per-watt. | 10% | |
| 6 | 9% | ||
| 7 | 7% | ||
| 8 | An increasingly recommended resource for researching installer complaints and overall business reputation. | 6% | |
| 9 | A non-profit frequently suggested for educational resources on reading | 6% | |
| 10 | 6% | ||
| 11 | 6% | ||
| 12 | 5% | ||
| 13 | 4% | ||
| 14 | 4% | ||
| 15 | 4% | ||
| 16 | 4% | ||
| 17 | 4% | ||
| 18 | 4% | ||
| 19 | 4% | ||
| 20 | 3% | ||
| 21 | 3% | ||
| 22 | 3% | ||
| 23 | 3% | ||
| 24 | 3% | ||
| 25 | 3% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
energysage.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 54% of analyzed answers.
Its overall rank rose from #5 to #3 between Nov 2025 and Mar 2026.
Dropped from #3 to #5 in overall rank between Nov 2025 and Mar 2026.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16% | 40% | ||
| 5% | 16% | ||
| 5% | 0% | ||
| 0% | 11% | ||
| 0% | 10% |
Across 942 AI responses, EnergySage is mentioned most, named in 36% of them, followed by Solar (19%) and North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) (13%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 942 AI responses to this market's buyer questions over the last 30 days. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is re-measured on the same 30-day window.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
Initial responses centered on the cost-per-watt metric, heavily citing sources like NerdWallet. Since early 2026, answers have evolved to include comparing specific hardware, with panel and inverter brands like Enphase and
REC Group emerging as key discussion points.
Brands mentioned
Initial responses centered on the cost-per-watt metric, heavily citing sources like NerdWallet. Since early 2026, answers have evolved to include comparing specific hardware, with panel and inverter brands like Enphase and
REC Group emerging as key discussion points.
AI responses consistently advise homeowners to verify installer credentials and check for complaints. While EnergySage was a top source in late 2025, the has become the most dominant recommendation since early 2026 for this type of due diligence.
Brands mentioned
AI responses consistently advise homeowners to verify installer credentials and check for complaints. While EnergySage was a top source in late 2025, the
Better Business Bureau has become the most dominant recommendation since early 2026 for this type of due diligence.