original post: https://a16z.com/100-gen-ai-apps-4/
Summary
This blog post presents the fourth edition of the top 100 generative AI consumer apps, noting significant shifts in the landscape over the past six months, including the rapid rise of new contenders like DeepSeek and advancements in AI video models. The analysis identifies key trends such as the resurgence of ChatGPT's growth due to new features, the emergence of AI-powered tools for builders, and the varying success of apps in terms of user adoption versus revenue generation.
Methodology
The authors of the blog post utilize a data-driven methodology to identify and rank the top 100 generative AI consumer apps. This methodology involves several key components:
- Ranking by Usage: using data from SimilarWeb and Sensor Tower
- Focus on AI-Native Products
- Analysis Beyond Popularity
- Engagement Metrics
- Consideration of External Data