Real example · BotView · checked September 8 and October 12, 2026

Does ChatGPT recommend BotView?

It’s the question every business owner is asking about their own company, so we asked it about ours. Short answer: rarely, and only when a page the answer reads already lists us.

Five questions, each run twice using OpenAI with web search, the same check BotView Pro runs. First on September 8, then again five weeks later with the questions unchanged. These are selected answers, not consumer ChatGPT rankings.

Was BotView named?

Question	Sep 8	Oct 12
Affordable AEO/GEO tools for a UK small businessDoesn’t name BotView	0 of 2	2 of 2
AI visibility tools under $50/monthDoesn’t name BotView	0 of 2	0 of 2
Free tools that check AI crawler accessDoesn’t name BotView	0 of 2	0 of 2
What does BotView offer?Names BotView	2 of 2	2 of 2
BotView vs OtterlyAINames BotView	2 of 2	2 of 2

The discovery questions are the ones that matter: a customer asking for tools without knowing our name. Asked by name, AI found us every time.

Why not? Look at what the answer read

Each answer runs a web search and builds its recommendations from the pages it finds. The cited sources explain more than anything else we checked.

It recommends whoever its sources list: For “tools under $50/month”, every suggestion (Otterly AI, RankScale, Airefs, Robot Visible, AthenaHQ) came from two third-party roundups: robotvisible.com and getairefs.com. Neither page mentioned BotView when we checked on October 12. If the pages it reads don’t name you, the answer won’t either.
It cites pages built for the exact question: For “free tools that check AI crawler access”, both runs cited the same seven checker homepages, each a page whose whole purpose is that question. We have free checker pages too; they weren’t in the results that search returned. We can see what was cited, not why the search chose it.
Where we did appear, our own page was the source: BotView went from absent to named in both “affordable AEO/GEO tools” answers. Where the answer linked a source for us, it was our own comparison of affordable tools, published September 8 with prices for six products. That isn’t an independent recommendation, but it shows a plain comparison page with real prices can become the source a month later.
Old facts linger: All four answers to the questions naming us said the Free plan has 3 scans a month. It has been 20 since September 23, and three of those answers cited the pricing page that says so. Fixing your site is the first step; answers can take weeks to catch up.
Crawler access wasn’t the problem: Our robots.txt allows OpenAI’s search crawler (OAI-SearchBot) and our pages load for it. If your site blocks it or hides content behind JavaScript, fix that first: a free scan checks both.

If ChatGPT doesn’t recommend your company

Ask what your customers ask, without your name. Note who is named instead.
Open the cited sources. Those pages are what the answer was built from.
Get onto those pages, or publish the page that answers the question. For us that means asking roundup authors to include BotView and keeping our own comparison pages accurate.
Make sure crawlers can read your site. Blocked or JavaScript-only content can’t be cited.
Check again in a few weeks. Two runs on one day aren’t a trend; ours changed over five weeks.

This is what our evidence points to, not a proven ranking formula. We haven’t measured how much each step changes the answers.

Does ChatGPT recommend your business?

Ask the questions your customers ask. See whether you’re named, who appears instead and which sources the answers used, then decide what to fix.

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BotView self-assessment using selected OpenAI API answers, not consumer ChatGPT rankings. AI claims can be wrong; verify the sources. Full answers and review notes are below.

October 12: all 10 answers, sources and review notes

The same five questions as September, unchanged. Questions were written by us, not taken from measured customer query volume. All ten outputs are preserved, including mistakes. Source links are supplied by the model, not endorsements.

1. Which affordable AEO or GEO tools should a UK small business consider for reviewing its website and checking AI answers? Compare entry prices, included checks and limitations.Discovery — does not name BotView · two runs

Run 1

Review note: BotView is named and cited, but the source is our own comparison page (/affordable-aeo-geo-tools), not an independent recommendation. Several links are unrelated to the claim next to them (a German fire-safety downloads page, Beamcraze, Kieft & Sons, rockcheck.blog). The free-plan line is current. Other vendor prices are not verified here.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business mentionedYour website cited

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Run 2

Review note: BotView is named with correct Pro details, but no botview.app link survived in this run, so the match is marked uncertain. The same unrelated links appear as in run 1. Other vendor prices are not verified here.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Uncertain matchYour website not cited

A matching name appears, but the answer does not clearly identify your business. Review the original evidence.

For a UK small business seeking affordable Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) or Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) tools to review its website and assess AI-generated responses, several options are available. Here's a comparison of some notable tools, including their entry prices, included checks, and limitations: [Downloads zu unseren Produkten | Hekatron Brandschutz](https://www.hekatron-brandschutz.de/downloads?utm_source=openai) **BotView Pro** **Price:** $9/month. **Included Checks:** 20 individual AI answer runs per month and 50 crawler scans. **Limitations:** Limited to OpenAI API with web search; higher-tier plans offer more extensive features. [Beamcraze](https://www.beamcraze.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoq61gXxN9lFG2N0jkTZso3dm-Q0O2iDu1ti2ZS0IG3OFRl2Nq5f&utm_source=openai) **Beamtrace** **Price:** $20/month for the Starter plan. **Included Checks:** Specific prompt allowances are not published; higher-tier plans at $40 (Growth) and $100 (Premium) may offer additional features. **Limitations:** Details on included checks are not specified; users should contact for more information. [8 Best Cognizo AI Alternatives Built for AI Search (2026)](https://orchly.ai/blog/cognizo-ai-alternatives/?utm_source=openai) **OtterlyAI Lite** **Price:** $29/month. **Included Checks:** 15 tracked prompts across ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Copilot, with daily checks; 1,000 GEO URL audits per month. **Limitations:** Limited to 15 prompts; higher-tier plans offer more prompts and features. [9 Formas de Medir tu Visibilidad en Perplexity, ChatGPT y Gemini con HubSpot](https://blog.mindstudio.co/es-co/medir-visibilidad-perplexity-chatgpt-gemini-hubspot?utm_source=openai) **HubSpot AEO** **Price:** $50/month. **Included Checks:** Comprehensive tracking and content creation tools for AEO. **Limitations:** Higher cost compared to other options; may include features beyond basic AEO needs. [Kieft & Sons Ltd](https://www.kieftandsons.co.uk/?utm_source=openai) **AEOscore UK** **Price:** £99/month. **Included Checks:** Monitoring of all major AI engines, including ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Claude, Google AI Overviews, and Bing Copilot. **Limitations:** Higher cost; may be more suitable for businesses with broader AEO needs. These tools offer various features tailored to enhancing AI visibility and optimizing website content for AI-generated responses. It's advisable to assess your specific requirements and budget to select the most suitable option for your business.

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2. What are good AI visibility tools under $50 per month for a small business? Distinguish a one-off answer review from recurring multi-engine analytics.Discovery — does not name BotView · two runs

Run 1

Review note: BotView is absent. Every recommendation comes from two third-party roundups (robotvisible.com and getairefs.com); neither page mentioned BotView when we checked on October 12. The AthenaHQ and RankScale details are not verified here.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

For small businesses seeking AI visibility tools under $50 per month, several options offer valuable insights into how your brand is represented across various AI platforms. These tools can be broadly categorized into one-time review tools and recurring multi-engine analytics platforms. **One-Time Review Tools:** These tools provide a snapshot of your brand's presence across AI platforms, allowing you to assess your current visibility without ongoing monitoring. - **Robot Visible Monitor:** Offers a one-time scan of a single page to evaluate its AI visibility. This can be useful for a quick assessment without committing to a subscription. ([robotvisible.com](https://www.robotvisible.com/resources/ai-visibility-tools?utm_source=openai)) - **AthenaHQ's Essential Tier:** Provides a one-off $25 credit, enabling you to perform a single analysis of your brand's AI visibility. ([robotvisible.com](https://www.robotvisible.com/resources/ai-visibility-tools?utm_source=openai)) **Recurring Multi-Engine Analytics:** These platforms offer ongoing monitoring and analysis of your brand's visibility across multiple AI engines, providing continuous insights and recommendations. - **OtterlyAI Lite:** Priced at $29 per month, it monitors several AI platforms, including ChatGPT, AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Copilot. This plan covers four engines, with additional engines available as add-ons. ([getairefs.com](https://getairefs.com/blog/3-aeo-tools-under-50/?utm_source=openai)) - **Rankscale Essentials:** At $20 per month, it includes 120 credits, two brand dashboards, and ten page audits monthly, offering a cost-effective solution for small businesses. ([robotvisible.com](https://www.robotvisible.com/resources/ai-visibility-tools?utm_source=openai)) - **Airefs:** Starting at $24 per month (billed annually), Airefs provides AI search visibility data, covering core metrics such as brand mentions, citation rates, share of voice, and sentiment. ([getairefs.com](https://getairefs.com/blog/3-aeo-tools-under-50/?utm_source=openai)) When choosing between these options, consider whether you need a one-time assessment or ongoing monitoring. For continuous insights and proactive management of your brand's AI visibility, recurring multi-engine analytics platforms are more suitable. However, if you're looking for a quick evaluation without a subscription, one-time review tools may suffice.

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Run 2

Review note: BotView is absent. Same two roundup sources as run 1, neither of which lists BotView. Otterly's engine count (four included, others as add-ons) is now stated correctly. Other vendor prices are not verified here.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

For small businesses seeking AI visibility tools under $50 per month, several options offer valuable insights into how your brand is represented across various AI platforms. These tools can be broadly categorized into one-time review tools and recurring multi-engine analytics platforms. **One-Time Review Tools:** These tools provide a snapshot of your brand's presence across AI platforms, allowing for a one-time assessment without ongoing monitoring. - **Robot Visible Monitor:** Offers a one-time scan of a single page to assess its visibility across AI platforms. ([robotvisible.com](https://www.robotvisible.com/resources/ai-visibility-tools?utm_source=openai)) - **AthenaHQ's Essential Tier:** Provides a one-off $25 credit, enabling users to perform a single scan without an account. ([robotvisible.com](https://www.robotvisible.com/resources/ai-visibility-tools?utm_source=openai)) **Recurring Multi-Engine Analytics:** These platforms offer continuous monitoring and analysis of your brand's visibility across multiple AI engines, providing ongoing insights and recommendations. - **Otterly.AI Lite:** Priced at $29 per month, it monitors several AI platforms, including ChatGPT, AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Copilot, with add-ons for AI Mode, Gemini, and Claude. ([getairefs.com](https://getairefs.com/blog/3-aeo-tools-under-50/?utm_source=openai)) - **Rankscale Essentials:** At $20 per month, it includes 120 credits, two brand dashboards, and ten page audits monthly, focusing on AI visibility. ([robotvisible.com](https://www.robotvisible.com/resources/ai-visibility-tools?utm_source=openai)) - **Airefs:** Offers a plan at $24 per month (billed annually), covering ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews, with a seven-day free trial. ([getairefs.com](https://getairefs.com/blog/3-aeo-tools-under-50/?utm_source=openai)) - **Atomic AGI:** Provides a starter plan at $40 per month, supporting up to three models, with a seven-day free trial. ([getairefs.com](https://getairefs.com/blog/3-aeo-tools-under-50/?utm_source=openai)) When selecting an AI visibility tool, consider whether you need a one-time assessment or ongoing monitoring. Recurring multi-engine analytics platforms are generally more effective for continuous tracking and improvement of your brand's AI presence.

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3. Which free tools can evaluate whether AI crawlers can access and read my website, and what paid options add company mentions and citation analysis?Discovery — does not name BotView · two runs

Run 1

Review note: BotView is absent. The answer cites seven single-purpose free checker homepages. The paid part recommends SpyFu and Bright Data, which are SEO and data-collection tools, not company-mention or citation analysis.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

To assess whether AI crawlers can access and read your website, several free tools are available: - **CheckMy.site**: Offers a comprehensive analysis with 158 real checks across 12 categories, including AI bot access, robots.txt configuration, and structured data validation. ([checkmy.site](https://www.checkmy.site/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Crawlability Checker**: Tests if AI bots can reach and read your public site, checking per-bot access, robots.txt rules, opt-out signals, and more. ([aicrawlability.com](https://aicrawlability.com/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Crawler Access Report by Citant.ai**: Evaluates whether AI systems can technically reach and read your website, providing a score and detailed findings. ([citant.ai](https://citant.ai/tools/ai-crawler-access-report/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Visibility Checker by Convertica**: Scores your page's AI visibility and agent readiness, and instantly checks which AI crawlers your robots.txt allows. ([convertica.org](https://convertica.org/ai-visibility-checker/?utm_source=openai)) - **Siftly's Free AI Crawler Accessibility Audit**: Checks if AI crawlers like GPTBot, ClaudeBot, and Googlebot can read your website, covering aspects like HTTPS, robots.txt, and structured data. ([siftly.ai](https://www.siftly.ai/free-tools/crawler-audit?utm_source=openai)) - **CrawlerCheck**: Instantly checks if major search engine and AI crawlers can access your website, analyzing your site's robots.txt file, meta robots tags, and X-Robots-Tag HTTP headers. ([crawlercheck.com](https://crawlercheck.com/?utm_source=openai)) - **Atomic Glue's Free AI Visibility Scan**: Checks whether AI crawlers can read your public website, evaluating reachability, robots.txt, crawler access, rendering, structured data, sitemap, and content parseability. ([atomicglue.co](https://atomicglue.co/ai-visibility-scan?utm_source=openai)) Regarding paid options that provide company mentions and citation analysis, tools like **SpyFu** offer comprehensive SEO and PPC competitor analysis, including keyword tracking and backlink comparison. SpyFu's Pro + AI plan, priced at $89 per month annually, includes AI-powered tools like RivalFlow for content enhancement and extensive keyword tracking. ([techradar.com](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/spyfu?utm_source=openai)) Additionally, **Bright Data** offers a full-stack web data platform with tools like Web Scraper API, SERP API, Crawl API, and AI-powered Scraper Studio, enabling reliable and customizable data collection. Pricing is based on bandwidth or number of IPs, with multiple scalable plans and enterprise options available. ([techradar.com](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/bright-data?utm_source=openai)) These tools can help you monitor your website's visibility to AI crawlers and analyze company mentions and citations effectively.

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Run 2

Review note: BotView is absent. Same seven checker pages and the same off-topic paid suggestions as run 1.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

To assess whether AI crawlers can access and read your website, several free tools are available: - **CheckMy.site**: Offers a comprehensive analysis with 158 checks across 12 categories, including AI bot access, robots.txt configuration, and structured data validation. ([checkmy.site](https://www.checkmy.site/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Crawlability Checker**: Tests if AI bots like GPTBot, ClaudeBot, and PerplexityBot can reach and read your site, providing insights into per-bot access and technical signals. ([aicrawlability.com](https://aicrawlability.com/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Crawler Access Report by Citant.ai**: Evaluates whether AI systems can technically reach and read your website, offering a score and detailed findings. ([citant.ai](https://citant.ai/tools/ai-crawler-access-report/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Visibility Checker by Convertica**: Scores your page's AI visibility and agent readiness, and checks which AI crawlers your robots.txt allows. ([convertica.org](https://convertica.org/ai-visibility-checker/?utm_source=openai)) - **Siftly's Free AI Crawler Accessibility Audit**: Assesses if AI crawlers like GPTBot, ClaudeBot, and Googlebot can read your website, checking factors like HTTPS, robots.txt, and structured data. ([siftly.ai](https://www.siftly.ai/free-tools/crawler-audit?utm_source=openai)) - **CrawlerCheck**: Instantly checks if major search engine and AI crawlers can access your website, analyzing your site's robots.txt file, meta robots tags, and X-Robots-Tag HTTP headers. ([crawlercheck.com](https://crawlercheck.com/?utm_source=openai)) - **Atomic Glue's Free AI Visibility Scan**: Checks whether AI crawlers can read your public website, evaluating factors like reachability, robots.txt, crawler access, rendering, structured data, sitemap, and content parseability. ([atomicglue.co](https://atomicglue.co/ai-visibility-scan?utm_source=openai)) Regarding paid options for company mentions and citation analysis, tools like **SpyFu** offer comprehensive SEO and PPC competitor analysis, including keyword tracking and backlink comparison. SpyFu provides three pricing tiers: Basic ($29/month annually), Pro + AI ($89/month annually), and Team/Agency ($187/month annually), with escalating features such as historical data and AI-powered tools. ([techradar.com](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/spyfu?utm_source=openai)) Additionally, **Bright Data** offers a full-stack web data platform with access to over 400 million residential IPs and various APIs for data collection, which can be utilized for company mentions and citation analysis. Pricing is based on bandwidth or number of IPs, with multiple scalable plans and enterprise options available. ([techradar.com](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/bright-data?utm_source=openai)) These tools can help you monitor your website's visibility to AI crawlers and analyze company mentions and citations effectively.

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4. What does BotView at botview.app offer for AEO and GEO reviews? Verify its current free, Pro and Agency prices, AI answer allowances and analytics limitations.Branded — explicitly names BotView · two runs

Run 1

Review note: Correct on Pro, Agency and how checks are counted, citing our own pages. The Free plan has 20 crawler scans a month, not 3; the answer repeats our pricing from before September 23. It says limitations are not documented; our comparison pages do list them.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business mentionedYour website cited

BotView offers tools for Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) reviews, focusing on how AI systems like ChatGPT, Google, and Bing access and interpret your website. Their services include: - **Crawler Access Evaluation**: Assessing whether AI crawlers can reach and read your site, providing a visibility score and identifying access issues. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Answer Reviews**: Analyzing how AI answers reference your business, including mentions, citations, and the sources used. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/ai-search-visibility?utm_source=openai)) BotView offers three pricing tiers: 1. **Free Plan**: Provides 3 scans per month, each covering up to 3 pages, including crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, and screenshot comparison. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) 2. **Pro Plan**: At $9 per month, it includes 20 AI answer checks per month, company mentions, citations, original answers, evidence-linked next steps, 50 scans per month (up to 50 pages per scan), 1 scheduled scan (daily or weekly), crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, screenshot comparison, and PDF export. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) 3. **Agency Plan**: At $39 per month, it offers 100 AI answer checks per month, multiple businesses with a shared answer allowance, mentions, citations, evidence-linked next steps, unlimited scans (up to 100 pages per scan), unlimited scheduled scans (daily, weekly, and monthly), crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, screenshot comparison, white-label PDF export, and priority support. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) An AI answer check involves running a selected question through the OpenAI API with web search. Each question or rerun uses one check; a five-question analysis uses five checks. Unused AI answer checks do not roll over to the next month. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) BotView's analytics provide insights into how AI answers describe your business, including mentions, citations, and the sources used. However, the specifics of analytics limitations are not detailed in the available sources. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/ai-search-visibility?utm_source=openai))

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Run 2

Review note: Correct on Pro, Agency, check accounting and limitations (no automatic monitoring, multi-engine share of voice or consumer ChatGPT rankings). The Free plan has 20 crawler scans a month, not 3; the answer repeats our pricing from before September 23.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business mentionedYour website cited

BotView offers tools for Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) reviews, focusing on how AI systems like ChatGPT, Google, and Bing access and interpret your website. Their services include: - **Crawler Access Evaluation**: Assesses whether AI crawlers can reach and read your site, providing a visibility score and identifying access issues. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Answer Reviews**: Analyzes how AI answers reference your business, including mentions, citations, and the sources used, offering evidence-linked next steps for improvement. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/ai-search-visibility?utm_source=openai)) BotView's pricing plans are as follows: - **Free Plan**: $0 per month, includes 3 scans per month, up to 3 pages per scan, crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, and screenshot comparison. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **Pro Plan**: $9 per month, includes 20 AI answer checks per month, company mentions, citations, original answers, evidence-linked next steps, 50 scans per month, up to 50 pages per scan, 1 scheduled scan (daily or weekly), crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, screenshot comparison, and PDF export. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **Agency Plan**: $39 per month, includes 100 AI answer checks per month, multiple businesses with a shared answer allowance, mentions, citations, evidence-linked next steps, unlimited scans, up to 100 pages per scan, unlimited scheduled scans (daily, weekly, and monthly), crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, screenshot comparison, white-label PDF export, and priority support. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) An AI answer check involves running a selected question through the OpenAI API with web search. A five-question assessment uses five checks; rerunning one question uses one. A completed answer uses a check even if your business is absent. Failed answers are refunded. AI answer checks reset on the first day of each UTC calendar month; unused checks do not roll over. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) Regarding analytics limitations, BotView provides crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, and screenshot comparison. However, it does not offer automatic answer monitoring, multi-engine share of voice, consumer ChatGPT rankings, or traffic analytics. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/best-ai-visibility-tools-2026?utm_source=openai))

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5. Compare BotView at botview.app with OtterlyAI for a UK small business choosing an affordable AI visibility tool. Explain price, answer allowance, cadence, engine coverage and which use case fits each.Branded — explicitly names BotView · two runs

Run 1

Review note: No sources were cited, so the BotView match is marked uncertain. Otterly's engine coverage is now correct. The Free plan has 20 crawler scans a month, not 3; the answer repeats our pricing from before September 23. Otterly's Standard and Premium prices are not verified here.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Uncertain matchYour website not cited

A matching name appears, but the answer does not clearly identify your business. Review the original evidence.

When evaluating AI visibility tools for a UK small business, two notable options are BotView and OtterlyAI. Here's a comparative overview based on pricing, answer allowance, cadence, engine coverage, and suitable use cases: **BotView** - **Pricing**: - *Free*: 3 scans per month, up to 3 pages each. - *Pro*: $9/month (approximately £7.50), includes 20 AI answer checks and 50 scans. - *Agency*: $39/month (approximately £32), includes 100 AI answer checks and unlimited scans. - **Answer Allowance**: - Pro: 20 AI answer checks per month. - Agency: 100 AI answer checks per month. - **Cadence**: - Pro: 1 scheduled scan (daily or weekly). - Agency: Unlimited scheduled scans (daily, weekly, or monthly). - **Engine Coverage**: - OpenAI API with web search. - **Use Case**: - Ideal for businesses seeking to understand how AI answers reference their company, with a focus on AI answer checks and crawler diagnostics. **OtterlyAI** - **Pricing**: - *Lite*: $29/month (approximately £24), includes 15 tracked prompts and daily tracking. - *Standard*: $189/month (approximately £157), includes 100 tracked prompts and daily tracking. - *Premium*: $489/month (approximately £406), includes 400 tracked prompts and daily tracking. - **Answer Allowance**: - Lite: 15 tracked prompts. - Standard: 100 tracked prompts. - Premium: 400 tracked prompts. - **Cadence**: - Daily tracking. - **Engine Coverage**: - ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, Microsoft Copilot. - Add-ons available for Google AI Mode, Gemini, and Claude. - **Use Case**: - Suitable for businesses aiming to monitor their brand's presence across multiple AI search engines, with a focus on prompt tracking and engine coverage. **Conclusion** - If your primary goal is to assess how AI answers reference your business, BotView's Pro plan offers a cost-effective solution with a focus on AI answer checks and crawler diagnostics. - If you require broader monitoring across various AI search engines and are interested in tracking multiple prompts, OtterlyAI's Lite plan provides a more comprehensive approach, albeit at a higher cost. Both tools offer valuable insights, but your choice should align with your specific needs and budget considerations.

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Run 2

Review note: Cites both pricing pages; Otterly's engine coverage is correct. The Free plan has 20 crawler scans a month, not 3; the answer repeats our pricing from before September 23. The answer ends mid-sentence at the output limit.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business mentionedYour website cited

When evaluating AI visibility tools for a UK small business, two notable options are BotView and OtterlyAI. Here's a comparative overview: **Pricing:** - **BotView:** - **Free Plan:** Offers 3 scans per month, up to 3 pages each, with basic crawler and content analysis. - **Pro Plan:** At $9/month, includes 20 AI answer checks and 50 scans per month. - **Agency Plan:** At $39/month, provides 100 AI answer checks and unlimited scans. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **OtterlyAI:** - **Lite Plan:** At $29/month, includes 15 tracked prompts, daily checks, and 1,000 GEO URL audits per month. - **Standard Plan:** At $189/month, offers 100 tracked prompts, daily checks, and 5,000 GEO URL audits per month. - **Premium Plan:** At $489/month, provides 400 tracked prompts, daily checks, and 10,000 GEO URL audits per month. ([otterly.ai](https://otterly.ai/pricing?utm_source=openai)) **Answer Allowance:** - **BotView:** - Pro Plan: 20 AI answer checks per month. - Agency Plan: 100 AI answer checks per month. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **OtterlyAI:** - Lite Plan: 15 tracked prompts. - Standard Plan: 100 tracked prompts. - Premium Plan: 400 tracked prompts. ([otterly.ai](https://otterly.ai/pricing?utm_source=openai)) **Cadence:** - **BotView:** - Pro Plan: 50 scans per month, with the option for scheduled scans (daily or weekly). - Agency Plan: Unlimited scans with daily, weekly, or monthly scheduling. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **OtterlyAI:** - All plans offer daily tracking. ([otterly.ai](https://otterly.ai/pricing?utm_source=openai)) **Engine Coverage:** - **BotView:** - Focuses on OpenAI API with web search. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **OtterlyAI:** - Covers ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Microsoft Copilot by default. - Add-ons available for Google AI Mode, Gemini, and Claude. ([otterly.ai](https://otterly.ai/pricing?utm_source=openai)) **Use Case Fit:** - **BotView:** - Ideal for businesses seeking to understand and improve their presence in AI-generated answers, focusing on AI answer checks and crawler diagnostics. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/ai-search-visibility?utm_source=openai)) - **OtterlyAI:** - Suitable for businesses aiming to monitor and optimize their visibility across multiple

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September 8: the first 10 answers and corrections

What needed correcting

Both pricing answers incorrectly gave the Free plan three AI answer checks. Free includes zero AI answer checks; crawler scans are a separate allowance. Current plans.
One comparison claimed BotView monitors answers across engines. Paid answers use OpenAI only; crawler access checks cover multiple bots.
Both budget answers claimed OtterlyAI Lite includes seven engines. Its pricing page listed four, with others as add-ons.
Some sources were unrelated to the adjacent recommendation. One answer mixed human accessibility checks with crawler checks; another ended mid-bullet. A completed request is not a quality guarantee.

GEO means Generative Engine Optimization; two answers expanded it incorrectly. Other third-party claims in the raw answers remain unverified.

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Review note: The answer mixes subscription tools with costly services. Citation titles include a casino app and an unrelated event exhibitor; those titles do not substantiate the adjacent AEO recommendations. BotView is absent. We did not validate every competitor claim.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

For a UK small business seeking affordable Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) or Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) tools to review its website and assess AI-generated responses, several options are available. Here's a comparison of notable tools, including their entry prices, included checks, and limitations: [Analyzing Brand Visibility on AI Search Platforms: Otterly.AI - WediaCorp](https://wediacorp.com/analyzing-brand-visibility-on-ai-search-platforms-otterly-ai/?utm_source=openai) **Otterly.ai** Starting at $29/month for the Lite plan, Otterly.ai offers 15 search prompts across platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Bing AI, along with one workspace and 1,000 GEO audits per month. The Standard plan at $189/month includes 100 prompts, unlimited workspaces, and 5,000 GEO audits. A key feature is the GEO Audit with SWOT analysis, which examines on-page factors affecting AI crawlers, such as content depth and schema markup. ([ecommerceparadise.com](https://ecommerceparadise.com/best-aeo-tools/?utm_source=openai)) [Livescore Casino App: Download & Play In Minutes](https://livescorecasino.uk/application?utm_source=openai) **AEOscore UK** Offering a monthly monitoring service at £99, AEOscore UK provides daily scans across multiple AI engines, including ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Claude, Google AI Overviews, and Bing Copilot. The Monitor + Strategist plan at £1,495/month includes implementation services, such as on-site changes and content posting. A one-off £395 AI Visibility Audit is also available. ([aeoscore.co.uk](https://aeoscore.co.uk/pricing?utm_source=openai)) [Arex - NCT Events](https://nct-events.com/exhibitors/arex?utm_source=openai) **AEO-REX** Provides a free AI Visibility Snapshot, offering a quick assessment of your website's AI visibility. The AI Visibility Audit, starting at £1,800/month, delivers a comprehensive review with per-engine visibility scores across six AI platforms and a clear improvement plan. Implementation services are available starting at £2,400. ([aeo-rex.com](https://aeo-rex.com/pricing?utm_source=openai)) [Elmo vs Goodie | AI Visibility Tool Comparison · Elmo](https://www.elmohq.com/ai-visibility-tools/elmo-vs-goodie?utm_source=openai) **Goodie** A lightweight AEO monitoring tool focused on tracking visibility over time. It offers a simple user experience with clean trend visualizations. However, it provides measurement only, without an action plan or recommendations, and lacks coverage for certain AI engines like Claude or Gemini. ([monitoraeo.com](https://www.monitoraeo.com/aeo-tools?utm_source=openai)) [AEO marketing agency: Unlock Big Answers 2025](https://bullseyeinternet.com/aeo-marketing-agency-complete-guide/?utm_source=openai) **Question.Marketing** Offers three service levels: Visibility at £1,250/month, Recommendation at £1,995/month, and Dominate at £3,495/month. An AI Visibility Audit is available for £495, credited against the first month. These services include comprehensive AEO strategies and implementation support. ([question.marketing](https://question.marketing/aeo/pricing?utm_source=openai)) When selecting an AEO or GEO tool, consider factors such as the specific AI platforms you aim to target, the depth of analysis required, and your budget constraints. Many of these tools offer free trials or audits, allowing you to assess their suitability for your business needs.

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Review note: The same unrelated casino and event citations recur. The answer also ends with an unfinished bullet; the product returned it as complete. BotView is absent. Do not treat the tool list as verified advice.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

For a UK small business seeking affordable Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) or Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) tools to review its website and assess AI-generated responses, several options are available. Here's a comparison of some notable tools: [Analyzing Brand Visibility on AI Search Platforms: Otterly.AI - WediaCorp](https://wediacorp.com/analyzing-brand-visibility-on-ai-search-platforms-otterly-ai/?utm_source=openai) **Otterly.ai** Starting at $29 per month, Otterly.ai offers a Lite plan with 15 search prompts across platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Bing AI. It includes one workspace and 1,000 GEO audits monthly. The Standard plan at $189 per month provides 100 prompts, unlimited workspaces, and 5,000 GEO audits. A 7-day trial is available. ([rockcheck.blog](https://rockcheck.blog/?utm_source=openai)) [Livescore Casino App: Download & Play In Minutes](https://livescorecasino.uk/application?utm_source=openai) **AEOscore UK** AEOscore UK offers a monthly monitoring service at £99, covering all AI engines. For £1,495 per month, the 'Monitor + Strategist' plan includes monitoring plus implementation services, such as site changes and content posting. A one-off £395 audit is also available. ([aeoscore.co.uk](https://aeoscore.co.uk/pricing?utm_source=openai)) [Arex - NCT Events](https://nct-events.com/exhibitors/arex?utm_source=openai) **AEO-REX** AEO-REX provides a free AI Visibility Snapshot, offering a quick assessment of your site's AI visibility. Their AI Visibility Audit starts at £1,800 per month, covering six AI platforms, with a six-month minimum term. Implementation services are available starting at £2,400. ([aeo-rex.com](https://aeo-rex.com/pricing?utm_source=openai)) [Learnosity Acquires Questionmark to Accelerate Expansion Into Fast-Growing Learning and Development Market](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210616005112/en/Learnosity-Acquires-Questionmark-to-Accelerate-Expansion-Into-Fast-Growing-Learning-and-Development-Market?utm_source=openai) **Question.Marketing** Question.Marketing offers three tiers: - Visibility at £1,250 per month - Recommendation at £1,995 per month - Dominate at £3,495 per month An AI Visibility Audit is available for £495, credited against the first month's fee. ([question.marketing](https://question.marketing/aeo/pricing?utm_source=openai)) [15 Best Goodie Alternatives & Competitors in 2026](https://www.techjockey.com/alternatives/goodie?utm_source=openai) **Goodie** Goodie provides a lightweight AEO monitoring tool focused on tracking visibility over time. It offers a simple user experience with clean trend visualizations. However, it is measurement-only without an action plan or recommendations. Pricing details are not specified. ([monitoraeo.com](https://www.monitoraeo.com/aeo-tools?utm_source=openai)) When selecting an AEO or GEO tool, consider the following factors: - **Coverage**: Ensure the tool monitors the AI platforms most relevant to your business, such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews. - **Features**: Look for tools that offer actionable insights, including visibility scores, competitor analysis, and recommendations for improvement. - **Pricing**: Evaluate the cost relative to the features provided, considering your budget constraints. - **

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Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

For small businesses seeking AI visibility tools under $50 per month, several options offer valuable insights into brand presence across AI-driven search platforms. It's important to distinguish between one-time review tools and recurring multi-engine analytics to choose the best fit for your needs. **One-Time Review Tools:** These tools provide a snapshot of your brand's visibility at a specific moment, useful for initial assessments or occasional checks. - **AIMention:** Offers a comprehensive diagnosis with a one-time purchase of $30, providing a complete analysis without ongoing costs. ([aimention.co](https://aimention.co/compare/best-ai-visibility-tools-under-50?utm_source=openai)) - **Waikay.io:** Provides a free tier for initial AI visibility checks, allowing businesses to evaluate their brand's presence across multiple AI platforms without immediate investment. ([searchinfluence.com](https://www.searchinfluence.com/blog/best-ai-seo-tracking-tools-under-50/?utm_source=openai)) **Recurring Multi-Engine Analytics:** These platforms offer continuous monitoring and analysis across various AI search engines, delivering ongoing insights into your brand's performance. - **Otterly AI:** Priced at $29 per month for the Lite plan, it tracks 15 prompts across seven AI platforms, offering broad coverage for small businesses. ([radar.texin.ai](https://radar.texin.ai/comparisons/ai-visibility-tools-small-business?utm_source=openai)) - **RankScale:** Starting at $20 per month for the Essentials plan, it covers multiple AI engines, providing extensive monitoring capabilities. ([directree.io](https://www.directree.io/blog/best-ai-visibility-tools-2026?utm_source=openai)) - **Robot Visible Monitor:** Available at $39 per month, it offers multi-engine analytics with a focus on AI search visibility. ([robotvisible.com](https://www.robotvisible.com/resources/ai-visibility-tools?utm_source=openai)) When selecting an AI visibility tool, consider whether you need a one-time assessment or ongoing monitoring. For continuous insights and proactive adjustments, recurring multi-engine analytics are more suitable. However, for occasional checks or initial evaluations, one-time review tools can be sufficient.

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Review note: The seven-engine Lite claim repeats. OtterlyAI’s current pricing page lists four included engines. BotView is absent. The added research citation does not verify the tool prices.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

For small businesses seeking AI visibility tools under $50 per month, several options offer valuable insights into brand presence across AI platforms. It's important to distinguish between one-time assessments and ongoing, multi-engine analytics. **One-Time Assessment Tools:** These tools provide a snapshot of your brand's visibility across various AI platforms without ongoing monitoring. - **AIMention:** Offers a one-time purchase for $30, delivering a comprehensive diagnosis of your brand's AI visibility. ([aimention.co](https://aimention.co/compare/best-ai-visibility-tools-under-50?utm_source=openai)) - **Waikay.io:** Provides a free tier that allows users to run AI visibility checks across multiple engines, serving as an introductory tool for those new to AI visibility tracking. ([searchinfluence.com](https://www.searchinfluence.com/blog/best-ai-seo-tracking-tools-under-50/?utm_source=openai)) **Recurring Multi-Engine Analytics Tools:** These platforms offer continuous monitoring and analysis of your brand's presence across multiple AI search engines. - **Otterly AI:** Priced at $29 per month for the Lite plan, it tracks 15 prompts across seven AI platforms, including ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity. ([radar.texin.ai](https://radar.texin.ai/comparisons/ai-visibility-tools-small-business?utm_source=openai)) - **RankScale:** Starting at $20 per month for the Essentials plan, it covers multiple AI engines and offers 120 credits, allowing for extensive monitoring. ([aimention.co](https://aimention.co/compare/best-ai-visibility-tools-under-50?utm_source=openai)) - **Robot Visible Monitor:** Available at $39 per month, it provides monitoring across various AI platforms, offering insights into brand visibility. ([robotvisible.com](https://www.robotvisible.com/resources/ai-visibility-tools?utm_source=openai)) When selecting an AI visibility tool, consider whether you need a one-time assessment or ongoing monitoring. Ongoing analytics are crucial due to the dynamic nature of AI search results, where answers can vary across runs, prompts, and time. As highlighted in a recent study, "the inherent probabilistic nature of AI search changes this paradigm," emphasizing the need for repeated measurements to accurately assess a brand's performance. ([arxiv.org](https://arxiv.org/abs/2604.07585?utm_source=openai)) By choosing the appropriate tool based on your business needs, you can effectively monitor and enhance your brand's visibility in the evolving AI landscape.

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3. Which free tools can evaluate whether AI crawlers can access and read my website, and what paid options add company mentions and citation analysis?Discovery — does not name BotView · two runs

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Review note: This answer mixes AI crawler checks with human accessibility tools (WCAG/ADA). These are different tests. BotView is absent. We have not tested or endorsed the listed tools.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

To assess whether AI crawlers can access and read your website, consider the following free tools: - **Siftly's AI Crawler Accessibility Audit**: This tool checks if AI bots like GPTBot, ClaudeBot, and Googlebot can read your site. It evaluates factors such as HTTPS status, robots.txt settings, HTTP headers, meta tags, sitemaps, server-side rendering, and structured data. ([siftly.ai](https://siftly.ai/free-tools/crawler-audit?utm_source=openai)) - **AccessScan**: This service scans your website against WCAG 2.2 and the European Accessibility Act, providing a clear action list for improvements. ([accessscan.app](https://accessscan.app/?utm_source=openai)) - **Website Accessibility Checker**: This tool offers free, actionable web accessibility testing, evaluating color contrast, missing alt text, keyboard navigation, and legal ADA risks. ([checkwebaccessibility.com](https://checkwebaccessibility.com/?utm_source=openai)) For paid options that provide company mentions and citation analysis, consider: - **MentionPop**: An AI visibility tracker that monitors when AI answers mention your brand, which sources they cite, and which competitors appear instead. It provides evidence-based insights and recommends actions to improve your AI visibility. ([mentionpop.com](https://mentionpop.com/?utm_source=openai)) - **Outreachify**: This platform tracks how AI search engines like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini discuss your brand, showing mentions, positions, and sentiment. It also offers citation analytics to monitor which sources AI engines cite when mentioning your brand. ([outreachify.co](https://outreachify.co/?utm_source=openai)) - **Clearscope**: An AI-driven SEO content optimization platform that offers features like latent semantic indexing (LSI) keyword suggestions, topic exploration, and AI Tracked Topics to monitor brand visibility in AI-generated content spaces. ([techradar.com](https://www.techradar.com/pro/clearscope-review?utm_source=openai)) - **MarketMuse**: A robust AI-powered SEO optimization platform that provides tools for topic modeling, personalized content evaluations, and keyword planning, helping businesses enhance content quality and improve search engine rankings. ([techradar.com](https://www.techradar.com/pro/marketmuse-review?utm_source=openai)) These tools can help you understand how AI crawlers interact with your website and provide insights into your brand's presence and visibility in AI-generated content.

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Review note: The selected tools differ from the first run, but BotView is still absent. Source presence does not verify the claimed features. We have not independently tested this list.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business not mentionedYour website not cited

To assess whether AI crawlers can access and read your website, several free tools are available: - **CrawlCheck**: This service simulates how various AI crawlers, including ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Googlebot, and Bingbot, interact with your site. It provides a comprehensive report with a grade and a list of recommended fixes. ([crawlcheck.io](https://crawlcheck.io/?utm_source=openai)) - **Citant.ai's AI Crawler Access Report**: This tool tests whether 15 named AI crawlers can reach and read your website, offering a score and a command to verify each finding. ([citant.ai](https://citant.ai/tools/ai-crawler-access-report/?utm_source=openai)) - **Siftly's Free AI Crawler Accessibility Audit**: This audit checks if AI crawlers, search bots, and LLM agents can read your website, evaluating aspects like HTTPS, robots.txt, HTTP headers, meta tags, sitemap, server-side rendering, and structured data. ([siftly.ai](https://siftly.ai/free-tools/crawler-audit?utm_source=openai)) - **IndexDoctor.io**: This platform offers free SEO and AI visibility diagnostics, including checks for sitemaps, robots.txt, noindex tags, canonicals, redirects, OG previews, HTTP headers, AI crawler access, and GEO readiness for ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. ([indexdoctor.io](https://www.indexdoctor.io/?utm_source=openai)) - **CheckMy.site**: This service performs a deep analysis across 12 categories, including AI bot access, robots.txt configuration, structured data validation, security headers, performance metrics, SEO, and more, to understand how AI crawlers see your site. ([checkmy.site](https://checkmy.site/?utm_source=openai)) - **AI Crawlability Checker**: This tool checks whether AI bots can reach and read your public site, evaluating per-bot access, robots.txt rules, opt-out signals, rendering and speed, and llms.txt & sitemap. ([aicrawlability.com](https://aicrawlability.com/?utm_source=openai)) Regarding paid options that provide company mentions and citation analysis, **SpyFu** is a notable tool: - **SpyFu**: This platform offers SEO and PPC competitor analysis, including features like accurate keyword research and tracking, backlink and domain comparison, and AI enhancements like ChatGPT integration and AI Brand Monitoring. ([techradar.com](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/spyfu?utm_source=openai)) These tools can help you evaluate your website's accessibility to AI crawlers and analyze company mentions and citations.

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Review note: The paid prices and answer allowances match BotView pricing. Two claims are wrong: GEO means Generative Engine Optimization, and the Free plan includes zero AI answer checks (three crawler scans). A diagnostic cannot ensure indexing or representation in AI answers.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business mentionedYour website cited

BotView offers tools to assess how AI crawlers, such as ChatGPT and Google AI, interact with your website, focusing on Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generalized Entity Optimization (GEO). These tools help ensure your content is accessible and accurately represented by AI systems. **AEO and GEO Reviews:** - **AEO (Answer Engine Optimization):** BotView assists in structuring your content so that AI answer engines can extract and quote it directly, enhancing your visibility in AI-generated responses. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/what-is-aeo?utm_source=openai)) - **GEO (Generalized Entity Optimization):** BotView provides insights into how AI crawlers perceive and reference entities on your site, aiding in optimizing your content for better AI recognition. **Pricing Plans:** - **Free Plan:** Offers 3 scans per month, each analyzing up to 3 pages, including crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, and screenshot comparison. No credit card is required. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **Pro Plan ($9/month):** Includes 20 AI answer checks per month, 50 scans (up to 50 pages each), scheduled scans (daily or weekly), crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, screenshot comparison, and PDF export. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **Agency Plan ($39/month):** Provides 100 AI answer checks per month, unlimited scans (up to 100 pages each), unlimited scheduled scans, crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, screenshot comparison, white-label PDF export, and priority support. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) **AI Answer Allowances:** - **Free Plan:** 3 AI answer checks per month. - **Pro Plan:** 20 AI answer checks per month. - **Agency Plan:** 100 AI answer checks per month. An AI answer check involves running a selected question through the OpenAI API with web search. Each assessment consists of multiple checks, and rerunning a question uses one check. Unused checks do not roll over to the next month. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) **Analytics Limitations:** BotView's analytics include crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, and screenshot comparison. The Pro and Agency plans offer scheduled scans and PDF exports. However, AI answer checks are viewed online and are not included in PDFs. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) For more detailed information, you can visit BotView's official website. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/?utm_source=openai))

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Review note: The same GEO expansion and free-answer allowance errors recur despite citations to BotView pricing. Free includes zero AI answer checks. The indexing assurance is unsupported; the actual product observes access and selected answers.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business mentionedYour website cited

BotView offers tools to assess how AI crawlers, such as ChatGPT and Googlebot, interact with your website, focusing on Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generalized Entity Optimization (GEO) reviews. These tools help ensure your content is accessible and properly indexed by AI systems. **Pricing Plans:** - **Free Plan:** Provides 3 scans per month, each analyzing up to 3 pages, including crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, and screenshot comparison. No credit card is required. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **Pro Plan:** At $9 per month, it includes 20 AI answer checks, 50 scans per month (up to 50 pages each), scheduled scans (daily or weekly), crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, screenshot comparison, and PDF export. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **Agency Plan:** For $39 per month, this plan offers 100 AI answer checks, unlimited scans (up to 100 pages each), unlimited scheduled scans, crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, screenshot comparison, white-label PDF export, and priority support. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) **AI Answer Allowances:** - **Free Plan:** 3 AI answer checks per month. - **Pro Plan:** 20 AI answer checks per month. - **Agency Plan:** 100 AI answer checks per month. An AI answer check involves running a selected question through the OpenAI API with web search. Each assessment consists of multiple checks, and rerunning a question uses one check. Unused checks do not roll over to the next month. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) **Analytics Limitations:** BotView's analytics include crawler and content analysis, AI crawler detection, and screenshot comparison. The Pro and Agency plans offer scheduled scans and PDF export features. Specific limitations on analytics are not detailed; for comprehensive information, refer to the [BotView Pricing Page](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers). For a detailed comparison of BotView with other AI visibility tools, you can refer to the [BotView vs Profound Comparison](https://botview.app/vs/profound).

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Review note: The answer names BotView but supplies no citation annotations. The product therefore marks the business match uncertain. Its cadence paragraph describes crawler scans; paid AI answers are run manually. This is not independently sourced proof of recommendation quality.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Uncertain matchYour website not cited

A matching name appears, but the answer does not clearly identify your business. Review the original evidence.

When evaluating AI visibility tools for a UK small business, **BotView** and **OtterlyAI** offer distinct features and pricing structures. Here's a comparative overview: **Pricing and Answer Allowance:** - **BotView:** - **Free Plan:** Offers 3 scans per month, each analyzing up to 3 pages, with no AI answer checks included. - **Pro Plan:** Priced at $9/month, includes 20 AI answer checks and 50 scans per month, each up to 50 pages. - **Agency Plan:** At $39/month, provides 100 AI answer checks and unlimited scans, each up to 100 pages. - **OtterlyAI:** - **Lite Plan:** Available at $29/month, includes 15 search prompts across 4 base engines. - **Standard Plan:** At $189/month, offers 100 search prompts, API access, and the Looker Studio connector. - **Premium Plan:** Priced at $489/month, includes 400 search prompts, priority support, and additional features. **Cadence:** - **BotView:** Allows scheduling of scans on a daily or weekly basis, with the Pro and Agency plans offering this feature. - **OtterlyAI:** Provides daily updates for prompt monitoring, with the Lite plan supporting 15 prompts. **Engine Coverage:** - **BotView:** Focuses on analyzing how AI answers reference your business, including mentions, citations, and original answers. - **OtterlyAI:** Monitors brand mentions and website citations across AI search engines like ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Microsoft Copilot. Add-ons for Google AI Mode, Gemini, and Claude are available at additional costs. **Use Case Fit:** - **BotView:** Ideal for businesses seeking to understand and improve how AI systems perceive and reference their content, focusing on AI answer checks and content analysis. - **OtterlyAI:** Suited for businesses aiming to monitor and enhance their brand's visibility across various AI search platforms, with a focus on prompt monitoring and citation analytics. For a UK small business, **BotView's** Pro Plan at $9/month offers a cost-effective solution for analyzing AI-generated answers related to your business. If your goal is to monitor brand mentions across multiple AI search engines, **OtterlyAI's** Lite Plan at $29/month provides a broader scope, though additional costs may apply for certain engine coverage.

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Review note: The answer cites BotView and OtterlyAI, but wrongly claims BotView monitors answers from multiple engines. BotView runs OpenAI API answers only; its multi-crawler checks are a separate feature. GBP conversions were generated by the model and are not our prices.

Original model output below. Includes errors; not verified buying advice.

Business mentionedYour website cited

When evaluating AI visibility tools for a UK small business, two notable options are BotView and OtterlyAI. Here's a comparative overview: **BotView** - **Pricing**: - **Free**: 3 scans per month, up to 3 pages per scan. - **Pro**: $9/month (approximately £7.50), includes 20 AI answer checks and 50 scans. - **Agency**: $39/month (approximately £32), offers 100 AI answer checks and unlimited scans. ([botview.app](https://botview.app/pricing?feature=ai-answers&utm_source=openai)) - **Answer Allowance**: The Pro plan provides 20 AI answer checks per month. - **Cadence**: Scans can be scheduled daily or weekly. - **Engine Coverage**: BotView monitors AI answers from various engines, including ChatGPT, Perplexity, and others. - **Use Case Fit**: Ideal for businesses seeking to understand how AI perceives their content and to identify areas for improvement. **OtterlyAI** - **Pricing**: - **Lite**: $29/month (approximately £24), includes 15 search prompts. - **Standard**: $189/month (approximately £157), includes 100 search prompts. - **Premium**: $489/month (approximately £406), includes 400 search prompts. ([otterly.ai](https://otterly.ai/pricing/?utm_source=openai)) - **Answer Allowance**: Varies by plan; the Lite plan offers 15 search prompts per month. - **Cadence**: Daily tracking of AI search results. - **Engine Coverage**: Tracks AI answers from ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, and Microsoft Copilot. Additional engines like Google AI Mode and Gemini are available as paid add-ons. - **Use Case Fit**: Suitable for businesses aiming to monitor their brand's presence across multiple AI search engines and optimize their content accordingly. **Conclusion** For a UK small business seeking an affordable AI visibility tool: - **BotView** is cost-effective, especially with its Pro plan at $9/month, and is well-suited for understanding AI's perception of your content. - **OtterlyAI** offers more comprehensive engine coverage and daily tracking but at a higher price point, with the Lite plan starting at $29/month. If budget constraints are a primary concern, BotView's Pro plan may be more appropriate. However, if extensive engine coverage and daily monitoring are essential, OtterlyAI could provide greater value.

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Captured 2026-09-08T21:27:25.875Z–2026-09-08T21:28:45.281Z and 2026-10-12T19:36:47.780Z–2026-10-12T19:37:29.772Z. One subject, five authored questions (three discovery, two branded), two runs per question each time. September used the staging assessment and rerun workflow; October used a direct API script with the same request configuration.

Model: gpt-4.1-mini-2025-04-14. English, approximate location GB; required web search, low context, at most one tool call, 800 output tokens, no automatic provider retries. Each request starts a fresh answer context. A name without a link to botview.app counts as named but uncertain.

On October 12 we fetched the cited third-party roundups and checker pages and searched them for “BotView”; none mentioned it. Repetition does not guarantee the same result, and ten answers per date do not represent other models or longer-term visibility. All results are included. Review was assisted by an AI coding agent; no independent human sign-off is claimed.

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