Only the small model missed Reddit #
GPT-4.1, GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6 cited Reddit in 298 of 300 prompts that never mentioned it. GPT-4.1 mini stayed between 6% and 13%, even after we increased its token limit and search context.
Named prompts: 100% on GPT-4.1, GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6, 56–64% on mini
Named answers on GPT-5.5 and 5.6: Reddit was the only source cited
298/300 The same 100 no-Reddit prompts, run on GPT-4.1, GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6: 298 answers cited Reddit.
998/1,000 All answers, named and unnamed, across GPT-4.1, GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6.
6–13% GPT-4.1 mini on the same controls, across three configurations. The wall, not a trend.
Why do the larger models find Reddit and mini doesn’t? Because the larger models change the question before searching. Ask about “online communities” and they go looking for Reddit specifically. We caught them doing it, in their own search logs, below.
We tried to break this result. Same prompts, same two days, same search backend. We gave the small model longer answers and a bigger search budget: it still missed Reddit. Full details in the method section.
OpenAI’s models add “reddit” to the search for you #
Before answering, the model writes its own web-search query. We logged that query for every prompt. On GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6, every control query included Reddit. Your customers never ask for Reddit. The model asks for them.
No Reddit.
See the raw API evidence: same question, four models #
"Based only on independent user discussions from the past
12 months, what are the best options for password managers?
Cite at least three specific community discussion threads."
// the word "reddit" appears nowhere in the request
{ "type": "web_search_call",
"action": { "query": "Based only on independent user discussions
from the past 12 months, what are the best options for
password managers? Cite at least three specific community
discussion threads." } }
// copied our prompt into the search box, word for word
tomsguide.com · techradar.com · brandfetch.com
techrepublic.com · lesnumeriques.com · dealspotr.com
// listicles and review sites. No Reddit.
// gpt-4.1-mini-2025-04-14 · resp_005cd772c5c8e360006a5ce1…
{ "type": "web_search_call",
"id": "ws_0e9ac697f3571004006a5cdd37f33481948cb433bb73c68ceb",
"action": { "query": "best password managers user reviews reddit 2023" } }
reddit.com/r/PasswordManagers/comments/1tmz8an/…
reddit.com/r/PasswordManagers/comments/1up6rfa/…
reddit.com/r/best_passwordmanager/comments/1tzb78i/…
// + 10 more · gpt-4.1-2025-04-14 · resp_0e9ac697f3571004…
{ "type": "web_search_call",
"action": { "query": "site:reddit.com/r/passwords password manager
recommendations Bitwarden 1Password Proton Pass past year" } }
// July 19 re-run of the same panel, with query logging on
reddit.com cited
// gpt-5.5-2026-04-23 · resp_01d6ad20ff0ce46f006a5d05d8…
{ "type": "web_search_call",
"action": { "query": "site:reddit.com/r/PasswordManagers OR
site:reddit.com/r/privacy OR site:reddit.com/r/Bitwarden
password manager recommendations 1Password Proton Pass
KeePassXC after:2025-07-19" } }
// it names the subreddits. And candidate products.
reddit.com/r/PasswordManagers/comments/1s7srnt/…
reddit.com/r/privacy/comments/1sumg8w/…
reddit.com/r/PasswordManagers/comments/1uvszzc/…
// + 9 more · gpt-5.6-sol · resp_076e6315570ef9b6006a5ca1…
What this means for your brand. Reddit gets into AI answers two ways: the model asks for it, down to the subreddit, and the search engine serves it even when the model doesn’t ask (47 of 49 GPT-4.1 answers). You cannot out-optimize both. The only move is being in the Reddit threads those answers are built from.
Where this started: one word, 1,000 pairs #
We took 1,000 questions and made a matched copy of each one. One version named Reddit. The other did not.
Version A:What does Reddit recommend?Version B:What do independent online communities recommend?
That one wording change produced the split shown below.
Top: Reddit named
Bottom: Reddit not named
507 Only the Reddit-named version cited Reddit.
79 Both versions cited Reddit.
14 Only the control cited Reddit.
400 Neither version cited Reddit.
That was the study we almost published. Then GPT-4.1, GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6 erased the effect, and the interesting question flipped.
How we tested it #
8,616 API runs. Six OpenAI configurations. All reported separately, all searchable below.
Configurations
Mini (gpt-4.1-mini-2025-04-14
, 800 tokens, medium context) on 1,000 matched pairs. GPT-5.6 (300 pairs), GPT-5.5 (100 pairs, plus a 300-call query-logged re-run), GPT-4.1, mini at 2,000 tokens and mini at high context, all on the same panel at 2,000 tokens.
Fine print
A citation counts if a structured URL points to reddit.com or a subdomain. Neither the token cap nor search context explains the wall. Search queries are logged for all four models; GPT-5.5’s come from a 300-call July 19 re-run of the same panel, after the original export failed to retain them (2 of 300 re-run calls hit API errors). GPT-4.1 was measured at high context only. Sixty truncated GPT-5.6 responses all already cited Reddit.
Reddit is the default layer for community answers. Users stopped needing to ask. #
Across 1,000 answers on GPT-4.1, GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6, Reddit appeared 998 times, including 298 of the 300 that never named it. Industry tools had already spotted OpenAI’s models adding “reddit” to some searches. Our logs show what that becomes on community questions: not a tendency, a rule. On GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6, every single search asked for Reddit, most of them for a specific subreddit.
Not every AI answer defaults to Reddit. But on the community-opinion prompts we tested, GPT-4.1, GPT-5.5 and GPT-5.6 all did.
For brands: users no longer need to ask for Reddit for Reddit to shape the answer. See our Reddit marketing playbook for AI visibility, read the ChatGPT citation economy, or talk to our team about your AI Search strategy.
54 rredditrecs.com
13 rredrecs.com
13 tthreadlens.co.uk
12 wwhatredditthinks.com
5 rrankedbyreddit.com
4 tthreadverdict.com
3 rreccs.co
3 rreddb.ai
3 ggrowreddit.com
2 rredditconsumer.com
1 rredditpicks.app
1
Everyone watches reddit.com. Almost nobody watches these. They are a second way into AI answers, still small and easy to compete with. For now.
Open the full 8,616-run data #
Every question exists in two versions: one naming Reddit, one asking only about online communities. The pair column links each prompt to its twin. Search all 8,616 rows; configurations stay separate, and the July rows carry full logging.
| Dataset | Model | Row | Pair | Prompt | Result | Cited domains |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 1 | N/A | Which websites publish the most useful and reliable information about online payment processors in 2026? Explain the selection and include citations. | Other sources only | nerdwallet.comnoizz.iopaymentgateway.caprocessorreport.comtechradar.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 2 | N/A | Which sleep tracking apps offer the best value for money in July 2026? Compare current pricing and include citations. | Other sources only | appshunter.iodailygenius.commwm.aipinterest.comsnollo.comtagtec.netwomenshealthmag.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 3 | N/A | Compare the leading language learning apps in 2026 without citing company, provider, or product websites. Include citations. | Other sources only | appstested.comccubeacademy.comnosweatsaas.compreply.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 4 | N/A | What changed in the market for car insurance during the past 12 months? Include current citations. | Other sources only | billlayneinsurance.comla.govlexisnexis.commoneygeek.compia.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 5 | N/A | What are the biggest risks, drawbacks, hidden costs, or limitations of the leading coding bootcamps? Include citations. | Other sources only | algocademy.comdigitaldefynd.comsalesforceben.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 6 | N/A | Which companies, providers, or products lead the market for learning management systems in July 2026? Use measurable evidence rather than reputation and include citations. | Other sources only | grandviewresearch.comwmtips.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 7 | N/A | Which cloud storage services are the safest and most reliable in 2026? Support every recommendation with citations. | Other sources only | dailyvanguard.comdupple.comhosteager.comitpro.comrustore.rutechradar.comyahoo.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 8 | N/A | Using only primary, government, academic, regulatory, or standards sources, explain how to evaluate extended detection and response platforms in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | nist.gov |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 9 | N/A | Which newer hotel booking platforms are gaining attention in 2026, and what is driving the interest? Include current citations. | Other sources only | bookingwhizz.combreakingtravelnews.comcostar.comhospitality.todayhoteltechnologynews.comskift.comwikipedia.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 10 | N/A | Compare the leading home electric vehicle chargers in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | Other sources only | 1a.ltcaranddriver.comemporiaenergy.comievchina.comlightbulbs.comrenewableoutdoors.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 11 | N/A | What changed in the market for managed cloud databases during the past 12 months? Include current citations. | Other sources only | clouddatainsights.comgrandviewresearch.comitpro.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 12 | N/A | Which sources offer the most trustworthy guidance on vacation rental platforms in 2026? Favor sources that disclose their methods and commercial relationships, and include citations. | Other sources only | finderslist.comforbes.comnortonmediaenterprise.comtravelclubreview.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 13 | N/A | Compare the leading online stock brokers in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | Other sources only | decodethefuture.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 14 | N/A | Compare the leading sales intelligence tools in 2026 without citing company, provider, or product websites. Include citations. | Other sources only | hansdekker.aipikaseo.comsalesquants.comtoolradar.comwithlantern.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 15 | N/A | Using only primary, government, academic, regulatory, or standards sources, explain how to evaluate cloud-native application protection platforms in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | nist.gov |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 16 | N/A | Which companies, providers, or products lead the market for online course platforms in July 2026? Use measurable evidence rather than reputation and include citations. | Other sources only | wmtips.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 17 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best coding bootcamps in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | careerkarma.comswitchup.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 18 | N/A | Compare the leading robo-advisors in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 19 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best customer support software in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | costbench.comsupportwire.ai |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 20 | N/A | What changed in the market for baby monitors during the past 12 months? Include current citations. | Other sources only | databridgemarketresearch.comglobenewswire.commordorintelligence.comskymarketinsights.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 21 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best registered agent services in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | hustlerslibrary.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 22 | N/A | What do independent reviewers recommend for identity security platforms in 2026? Exclude vendor marketing claims and include citations. | Other sources only | delinea.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 23 | N/A | Which companies, providers, or products lead the market for identity security platforms in July 2026? Use measurable evidence rather than reputation and include citations. | Other sources only | loginradius.comokta.comprnewswire.comsecurityboulevard.comtechdogs.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 24 | N/A | Fact-check the most common marketing claims made about leading televisions. Use original evidence where possible and include citations. | Other sources only | gamespot.commacworld.comtechspot.comtomsguide.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 25 | N/A | What does Reddit recommend for point-of-sale systems in 2026? Cite the specific Reddit threads or comments used. | Reddit cited | reddit.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 26 | N/A | Which credit cards are best for first-time customers and ordinary households in 2026? Include citations. | Other sources only | bankingdeal.comcardcompass.appclearvaluelending.comfioney.comfirstcard.applendstart.commgnews.netmoneylion.comqz.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 27 | N/A | Compare the leading personal loans in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | Other sources only | forbes.comglobalfinanceguide.comlendwyse.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 28 | N/A | Which websites publish the most useful and reliable information about cloud-native application protection platforms in 2026? Explain the selection and include citations. | Other sources only | capitalbay.newsconstellationr.comexpertinsights.comgartner.compeerspot.comstartupstash.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 29 | N/A | Compare the leading home security systems in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | Other sources only | alarm-reviews.netchicagohomesecuritypros.comguruin.comhomedepot.comsafehome.orgsecurity.orgsecuritycompasshq.comshieldhome.protechhive.comtop-home-security.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 30 | N/A | Which AI image generators are the safest and most reliable in 2026? Support every recommendation with citations. | Other sources only | aigptjournal.comaitoolsrecap.comeconomictimes.comlarazon.esstarthubasia.comwebsim.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 31 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best budgeting apps in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | forbes.comnerdwallet.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 32 | N/A | Which checking accounts are the safest and most reliable in 2026? Support every recommendation with citations. | Other sources only | forbes.commoneyatlas.comtiller.comtradingpedia.netwalletgrower.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 33 | N/A | What are the biggest risks, drawbacks, hidden costs, or limitations of the leading residential solar panels? Include citations. | Other sources only | energysage.comnachi.orgreference.comsolarhomeshield.comsolartechera.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 34 | N/A | Using only primary, government, academic, regulatory, or standards sources, explain how to evaluate flight booking websites in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | colorado.educonsumerreports.orgconsumersadvocate.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 35 | N/A | Which newer workout apps are gaining attention in 2026, and what is driving the interest? Include current citations. | Other sources only | androidcentral.comboostcamp.appsensai.fittechradar.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 36 | N/A | Which shipping management software are best for small teams and growing companies in 2026? Include citations. | Other sources only | atoship.comauspost.com.aubrandcrowd.comfreightfigures.comhubspot.compeerspot.comprlog.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 37 | N/A | Using only official company, provider, or product sources, compare the leading online payment processors in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | adyen.comstripe.comworldpay.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 38 | N/A | What changed in the market for managed detection and response services during the past 12 months? Include current citations. | Other sources only | econmarketresearch.comgrandviewresearch.comitpro.comprnewswire.comtechradar.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 39 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best online therapy services in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | simplypsychology.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 40 | N/A | Using only official company, provider, or product sources, compare the leading term life insurance in 2026. Include citations. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 41 | N/A | Which baby strollers are best for caregivers and families with complex or ongoing needs in 2026? Include citations. | Other sources only | babylux.nlfromrebel.comjakewell.com.hkmacrobaby.comparentsimple.orgshopbornbaby.comthule.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 42 | N/A | What do independent reviewers recommend for online therapy services in 2026? Exclude vendor marketing claims and include citations. | Other sources only | causeartist.comcerebral.comhealthline.comoncedaily.copsychcentral.comsimplypsychology.comtherapyinvite.comwearetenet.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 43 | N/A | What changed in the market for workout apps during the past 12 months? Include current citations. | Other sources only | axios.comcyclingweekly.comfortunebusinessinsights.comgrandviewresearch.commarieclaire.co.ukmobile-squad.comtechradar.comtomsguide.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 44 | N/A | What do real users and online communities recommend for business formation services in 2026? Cite the specific discussions or community sources used. | Other sources only | bizee.combrandfetch.comclipground.comtrustpilot.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 45 | N/A | Which vacation rental platforms are best for frequent travelers and business travelers in 2026? Include citations. | Other sources only | evolvenutrition.com.auhoufy.comnortonmediaenterprise.comprnewswire.comradcity.netsitemile.comsmoobu.comthemuse.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 46 | N/A | What changed in the market for electric vehicles during the past 12 months? Include current citations. | Other sources only | autocarindia.comcoxautoinc.comeuropa.euinvesting.comnada.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 47 | N/A | Which customer support software are best for small teams and growing companies in 2026? Include citations. | Other sources only | costbench.cominabaweb.comlead4pro.compartnerpage.iopassionfroot.meselvo.cotheaiinsider.tech |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 48 | N/A | What does Reddit recommend for inventory management software in 2026? Cite the specific Reddit threads or comments used. | Reddit cited | reddit.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 49 | N/A | Using only primary, government, academic, regulatory, or standards sources, explain how to evaluate smartphones in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | smartphony.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 50 | N/A | What do independent reviewers recommend for retrieval-augmented generation platforms in 2026? Exclude vendor marketing claims and include citations. | Other sources only | aitoptenrank.comdupple.comgoodeyelabs.commixpeek.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 51 | N/A | What do real users and online communities recommend for vector databases in 2026? Cite the specific discussions or community sources used. | Other sources only | genaizurich.chgithub.comglobenewswire.comlogowik.comx.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 52 | N/A | Which international eSIM providers offer the best value for money in July 2026? Compare current pricing and include citations. | Other sources only | lebigdata.frmayasimperio.comscribehow.comtravlists.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 53 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best managed detection and response services in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | uinat.comworldmetrics.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 54 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best e-commerce platforms in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | propicked.comtechradar.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 55 | N/A | Fact-check the most common marketing claims made about leading business accounting software. Use original evidence where possible and include citations. | Other sources only | bestaiaccounting.comsage.comsoftwareadvice.comxero.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 56 | N/A | What are the best wireless headphones in 2026? Compare the leading options and include citations. | Other sources only | backmarket.comlmt.lvluluhypermarket.comqantas.comsoundandvision.comsoundguys.comtechgearlab.comtechradar.comwhathifi.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 57 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best business formation services in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | forbes.comllc.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 58 | N/A | Which websites publish the most useful and reliable information about retrieval-augmented generation platforms in 2026? Explain the selection and include citations. | Other sources only | aitoolfinder.orggithub.iogoodfirms.colibrancy.aitomsguide.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 59 | N/A | Compare the leading flight booking websites in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | Other sources only | camli.comhardreset.infoinspirefusion.comkayak.comrealjourneytravels.comsmartertravel.comuiland.design |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 60 | N/A | Which companies, providers, or products lead the market for managed detection and response services in July 2026? Use measurable evidence rather than reputation and include citations. | Other sources only | absolutereports.combusinessresearchinsights.commarketsandmarkets.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 61 | N/A | Compare the leading project management software in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | Other sources only | techrepublic.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 62 | N/A | Fact-check the most common marketing claims made about leading tax preparation software. Use original evidence where possible and include citations. | Other sources only | ftc.govinvesting.commanatt.comterms.law |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 63 | N/A | What does Reddit recommend for online stock brokers in 2026? Cite the specific Reddit threads or comments used. | Reddit cited | reddit.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 64 | N/A | Compare the leading checking accounts in 2026 without citing company, provider, or product websites. Include citations. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 65 | N/A | What do real users and online communities recommend for sleep tracking apps in 2026? Cite the specific discussions or community sources used. | Other sources only | appshunter.ioappstested.comfunq.jpharveynorman.com.aulearnenglish100.comsleepfoundation.orgtechinnovateapps.comtomsguide.comuiland.design |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 66 | N/A | Which websites publish the most useful and reliable information about e-commerce platforms in 2026? Explain the selection and include citations. | Other sources only | forbes.comstorebuilders.infotechradar.comtoolradar.comtop10sitesreview.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 67 | N/A | Which companies, providers, or products lead the market for AI image generators in July 2026? Use measurable evidence rather than reputation and include citations. | Other sources only | aicpb.commorphed.appramp.comseektool.ai |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 68 | N/A | Using only primary, government, academic, regulatory, or standards sources, explain how to evaluate baby strollers in 2026. Include citations. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 69 | N/A | Compare the leading term life insurance in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | Other sources only | insure.commoneygeek.comwork-club.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 70 | N/A | Which tax preparation software are best for experienced investors and customers with complex financial needs in 2026? Include citations. | Other sources only | aol.comgettyimages.comkiplinger.comrefundatlas.comtastytrade.comtomsguide.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 71 | N/A | Using only official company, provider, or product sources, compare the leading AI coding assistants in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | openai.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 72 | N/A | Which newer e-commerce platforms are gaining attention in 2026, and what is driving the interest? Include current citations. | Other sources only | brandongroup.itdigitalcommerce360.comstartupfortune.comtechradar.comtopdowntrading.co.ukwikipedia.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 73 | N/A | Fact-check the most common marketing claims made about leading car insurance. Use original evidence where possible and include citations. | Other sources only | carinsurancequotepro.comconsumeraffairs.comftc.govinsurancenavy.comleadstories.comlibertymutualgroup.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 74 | N/A | Compare the leading sleep tracking apps in 2026 without using affiliate review sites. Include citations. | Other sources only | alem.com.trbestapprankings.cometechshout.comharveynorman.com.aumaisonsante.frsleepfoundation.orgtomsguide.comwomenshealthmag.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 75 | N/A | Which companies, providers, or products lead the market for dietary supplements in July 2026? Use measurable evidence rather than reputation and include citations. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 76 | N/A | Compare the leading parental control apps in 2026 without citing company, provider, or product websites. Include citations. | Other sources only | onlinesafetychecker.comparentherald.comtechradar.comtomsguide.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 77 | N/A | Which laptops are the safest and most reliable in 2026? Support every recommendation with citations. | Other sources only | bakuelectronics.azforbes.comlenovo.commcstore.com.uanotebookcheck.infooutlookbusiness.comtomsguide.comwindowscentral.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 78 | N/A | What do real users and online communities recommend for wireless headphones in 2026? Cite the specific discussions or community sources used. | Other sources only | bhphotovideo.comlmt.lvluluhypermarket.comqantas.comsoundandvision.comtechradar.comwhathifi.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 79 | N/A | What do real users and online communities recommend for high-yield savings accounts in 2026? Cite the specific discussions or community sources used. | Other sources only | bogleheads.orgmoneytalksnews.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 80 | N/A | Which home security systems are best for experienced homeowners and property managers in 2026? Include citations. | Other sources only | chicagohomesecuritypros.comguruin.comhomedepot.comsafehome.orgsecurity.orgsecuritycompasshq.comsecuritysystemsreview.comtechhive.comtop-home-security.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 81 | N/A | What do independent reviewers recommend for Wi-Fi routers in 2026? Exclude vendor marketing claims and include citations. | Other sources only | bestbuy.comcryptocomputing.cafrontdeskreview.commicroless.comrozetka.com.uashi.catomsguide.comyoutube.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 82 | N/A | Using only official company, provider, or product sources, compare the leading learning management systems in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | continu.comd2l.cominstructure.comprnewswire.comtechtarget.comwikipedia.org |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 83 | N/A | Which companies, providers, or products lead the market for home gym equipment in July 2026? Use measurable evidence rather than reputation and include citations. | Other sources only | gminsights.comintelmarketresearch.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 84 | N/A | Which newer home warranty providers are gaining attention in 2026, and what is driving the interest? Include current citations. | Other sources only | einnews.comempirehomeprotect.comforbes.comthehomewarrantyguides.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 85 | N/A | Which online payment processors offer the best value for money in July 2026? Compare current pricing and include citations. | Other sources only | kurums.comnerdwallet.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 86 | N/A | What changed in the market for time tracking software during the past 12 months? Include current citations. | Other sources only | databridgemarketresearch.comgrandviewresearch.comtechnavio.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 87 | N/A | What does Reddit recommend for homeschool platforms in 2026? Cite the specific Reddit threads or comments used. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 88 | N/A | Which newer home gym equipment are gaining attention in 2026, and what is driving the interest? Include current citations. | Other sources only | completegyms.comflaruva.comknowledgelib.iot3.comwallpaper.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 89 | N/A | What changed in the market for customer support software during the past 12 months? Include current citations. | Other sources only | grandviewresearch.comitpro.comtechradar.comyahoo.comzipdo.co |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 90 | N/A | Using only primary, government, academic, regulatory, or standards sources, explain how to evaluate password managers in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | iso.orgnist.gov |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 91 | N/A | Which customer support software offer the best value for money in July 2026? Compare current pricing and include citations. | Other sources only | costbench.comforbes.cominabaweb.commatch-vs.compartnerpage.iotheaiinsider.tech |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 92 | N/A | What does Reddit recommend for babysitting services in 2026? Cite the specific Reddit threads or comments used. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 93 | N/A | Which companies, providers, or products lead the market for retirement investing platforms in July 2026? Use measurable evidence rather than reputation and include citations. | Other sources only | ark7.comthestreet.comwealthforseniors.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 94 | N/A | Compare the leading home electric vehicle chargers in 2026 without citing company, provider, or product websites. Include citations. | Other sources only | 1a.ltcaranddriver.comevchargingmag.comlightbulbs.comrenewableoutdoors.comwattlogic.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 95 | N/A | Compare the leading registered agent services in 2026 without citing company, provider, or product websites. Include citations. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 96 | N/A | Using only official company, provider, or product sources, compare the leading migraine treatment services in 2026. Include citations. | No tracked citation | - |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 97 | N/A | Fact-check the most common marketing claims made about leading security information and event management platforms. Use original evidence where possible and include citations. | Other sources only | blumira.comlumificyber.compaloaltonetworks.comtechtarget.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 98 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best resume builders in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | techtimes.com |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 99 | N/A | Using only primary, government, academic, regulatory, or standards sources, explain how to evaluate retrieval-augmented generation platforms in 2026. Include citations. | Other sources only | nih.govnist.govstanford.eduvips.edu |
| Broad source experiment (2,000) | GPT-4.1 mini | 100 | N/A | Where do credible sources disagree about the best grocery delivery services in 2026? Explain the disagreement and cite each side. | Other sources only | grocerychop.commoneytipshub.comweebly.com |
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