How to Verify AI Visibility Tool Claims in 2026: A Skeptic's Checklist Before You Trust the Marketing Page

Every AI visibility vendor ranks itself #1. Here's a field-tested checklist for separating real GEO platforms from marketing noise before you commit budget.

Key takeaways (TL;DR) - Every AI visibility vendor's comparison page puts itself first. The category is young enough that marketing claims often outrun the product. - Ask five hard questions before buying: where does the data come from, what does