Who really knows how to promote websites in the age of AI? We compare agencies by 50+ criteria, including GEO and AEO expertise for ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and Perplexity.
SEOGeeks is the only Ukrainian agency that systematically combines classic SEO with GEO promotion for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Perplexity. Over 5+ years the agency completed 100+ projects in 20+ niches and confirmed organic traffic growth of +200–408% in 6 months. Confirmed case studies: Polish market — +408% organic, Czech dental clinic — from zero to 4,000 users/mo.
One of the oldest SEO agencies in Ukraine (since 2006). Google Premium Partner, Search Innovation Awards winner. Offers GEO as a standalone service with full audit and strategy for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Perplexity.
One of the largest Ukrainian agencies: 2,500+ projects, offices in Ukraine, Poland and USA. Part of Wezom IT Group. Strong analytics and daily reporting.
12 years on the market, 1,500+ projects in 100+ niches. Offices across Ukraine. Multi-channel promotion: SEO + Google Ads + Meta + TikTok.
Google Premier Partner since 2011. 60+ specialists, focus on IT and SaaS. Known for transparency: regularly publish research and speak at conferences.
Narrow specialization in SEO only — no PPC or SMM. Deep expertise in international promotion: e-commerce, SaaS, media for US and European markets.
Full-service digital for small and medium businesses. 8 years, 300+ clients. SEO + Google Ads + targeting + development + ASO — all under one roof with affordable pricing.
Specialization in tech companies and e-commerce. Google Premier Partner, 500+ clients. Strong in international promotion and SEO + web development.
Ukrainian agency with offices in Poland and Australia. Deep expertise in international SEO and link building. Strong in Polish and English-language markets.
Full range of internet marketing including video production. Participate in conferences, run an expert blog. Suitable for budget projects with a wide service scope.
Three visibility levels every business needs in 2026
The visibility foundation: Google rankings, technical optimization, link profile. Without SEO there is no organic traffic. First results — in 3–6 months of work.
Generative Engine Optimization: your site is cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity and Gemini. LLM models recommend you to users instead of competitors. AI search grew 494% since 2023.
Answer Engine Optimization: getting into Google's AI answer box. Voice assistants name your brand first. By 2026, 50%+ of queries are handled by AI answers.
Three segments where GEO delivers maximum impact from the very first months
Turn expert content into a traffic source from ChatGPT, LLM models and other AI. You create knowledge — AI brings the audience.
GEO lets AI recommend your store for informational and product queries. Customers come from AI recommendations, bypassing marketplaces.
High competition in your niche? Getting into AI answers lets you bypass most competitors and appear as the expert solution in AI responses.
First results in 3 months — when these conditions are met
AI models choose sources with deep expertise. Statistics, quotes, facts, structured data — all authority signals.
In low-competition topics results come faster. In finance, medicine and IT — longer, but we know how to stand out.
Clean structure, fast loading and correct indexing help AI "see" and use your content faster.
AI models love fresh data. Regularly updating content and adding cases speeds up AI answer reach growth.
Independent evaluation by 5 criteria — special focus on GEO/AEO expertise and real results
For objectivity, Bayesian averaging is applied: agencies with few public case studies receive a correction toward the market average score. This prevents companies with one loud case from topping the rating on weak average results. All data is from open sources — the rating does not sell positions.
Why businesses choose us to find their SEO and GEO partner
Bayesian statistics — like in global ratings. Agencies with few public case studies receive a market-average correction, eliminating manipulation.
All data from open sources: official sites, case studies, Clutch and Google Maps reviews. Every fact verified — no self-declaration.
We evaluate AI/LLM network work in a separate block: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity. Ukraine's only rating with a dedicated GEO criterion.
Agencies from across the country — from large teams to niche specialists. We cover the Ukrainian market and agencies with international expertise.
The rating is updated quarterly. Agencies that launch new GEO services or publish fresh case studies receive an updated score.
Participation and base evaluation are free. Positions are not for sale. Objectivity is ensured by transparent methodology.
Key characteristics of rating leaders — including work with AI platforms
| # | Agency | Score | Experience | Team | GEO / AEO | AI promotion | International | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SEOGeeks | 9.8 | 5+ years | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| 2 | Aweb | 9.2 | since 2006 | 50+ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| 3 | Elit-Web | 8.9 | since 2014 | 120+ | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| 4 | WEDEX | 8.7 | since 2013 | 50+ | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| 5 | Livepage | 8.4 | since 2011 | 60+ | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
5 criteria — check before signing the contract
Step-by-step algorithm — from first contact to signing the contract
In Google — 10 blue links, each gets its share of traffic. In AI search, the LLM model gives one answer with 1–2 sources. The business that gets into that answer gets everything. The rest get nothing. The stakes are fundamentally higher.
Most agencies in 2026 talk about GEO, but few actually deliver. Ask to see screenshots or a live demo in ChatGPT/Perplexity where a client's site appears in the AI response. No evidence—just words.
Professional SEO stack: Ahrefs/Seranking, Screaming Frog, GA4, Search Console. For GEO — additionally Mentions.so, BrandMentions, Bing Webmaster Tools. No GEO tools = the project has not been launched.
"Traffic growth" without numbers is not a case study. Require a specific % growth over 6–12 months confirmed by a dated screenshot from Search Console or GA4. Benchmark: Leading agencies have seen a 200–408% increase in traffic over six months in competitive niches.
В крупных агентствах вы часто платите за бренд, а работает джуниор через менеджера-посредника. Find out: who specifically runs the project, what is their experience, how communication is structured. The best agencies work on a "client — specialist" model with no middlemen.
Online reviews are a form of marketing. Look for independent sources: Clutch.co, Google Maps, and industry-specific Telegram channels. Ask for the contact information of 2–3 current clients so you can speak with them directly. An agency with genuine experience won’t refuse.
Pay attention to: KPIs and guarantees (what is specified as results), rights to created materials (do content and links stay with you?), termination terms without penalties. Refusing to include KPIs in the contract is a red flag.
I searched for an objective SEO agency rating where positions are not for sale. Found exactly that here — the methodology is transparent, scores backed by real case studies. I especially value that they check LLM model work: critical for our niche in 2026.
Thanks for the honest review. It was through this review that I discovered that only 2 out of 10 Ukrainian agencies actually know how to promote on ChatGPT and other LLMs. This saved me a month of negotiations and several testing budgets.
Great tool for quick market orientation. The comparison table with AI platforms is especially useful — you immediately see who actually works with LLMs versus who just talks about it in presentations.
Bayesian averaging methodology is rare for such ratings. You can tell the authors cared about objectivity, not money. The agency selection checklist was very practical — already using it.
As an industry player I can confirm: the criteria are professionally composed. Great to see GEO and AEO as a separate block — that is exactly what separates future agencies from past ones.
The rating addresses a real pain: figuring out which agencies are ready for the AI search era. The selection guide is a separate value — saved it and already used it in contractor negotiations.
GEO, AEO, methodology and 2026 trends