Quick Verdict
Both Cairrot and Mentions.so launched in 2025 to solve the same problem: nobody knows if their content shows up in ChatGPT, Claude, or Perplexity search results. But they took completely different approaches to AI visibility tracking.
Cairrot built specifically for the WordPress ecosystem with an agency focus, while Mentions.so went the team collaboration route with unlimited seats. The pricing gap isn't huge, but the feature sets target different workflows entirely.
Score comparison
Score Comparison
| Dimension | Cairrot | Mentions.so |
|---|---|---|
| Feature Depth | 20.0 | 22.0 |
| Ease of Use | 35.0 | 35.0 |
| Data Quality | 48.0 | 58.0 |
| Value for Money | 79.0 | 79.0 |
| Integration | 20.0 | 0.0 |
| Market Traction | 4.0 | 3.0 |
Feature comparison
| Feature | Cairrot | Mentions.so |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Team Seats | — | ✓ |
| AI Visitor Attribution | — | ✓ |
| White-Label Reporting | — | ✓ |
| Auto-Generated Insights | — | ✓ |
Pricing comparison
| Plan | Cairrot | Mentions.so |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $39.99/mo | $49/mo |
| Pro | $99/mo | $149/mo |
| Agency | — | $399/mo |
| Enterprise | — | Custom |
Feature Comparison
Cairrot wins on technical depth. Their free WordPress plugin logs actual LLM crawl activity on your site — something Mentions.so doesn't offer. You can see exactly when Perplexity or ChatGPT's crawler hits your pages, which is invaluable data for understanding AI indexing patterns. Cairrot also includes competitor heatmaps and tracks six different AI platforms: ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Claude, Grok, and DeepSeek. Mentions.so focuses on what happens after crawling — actual visitor measurement from AI referrals. Their auto-generated insights feature creates reports without manual work, and they offer white-label reporting on the Agency plan. But they don't provide the same granular crawl tracking that makes Cairrot unique. Both tools offer free APIs, but Cairrot includes it on every plan while Mentions.so's API access isn't clearly detailed in their pricing structure.
Pricing Comparison
Cairrot starts at $39.99/month with a free tier, making it the budget winner. Their Pro plan hits $99/month. Mentions.so starts higher at $49/month with no free option, jumping to $399/month for their Agency plan with white-label features. The value equation depends on team size. Mentions.so includes unlimited seats on every plan, so a 10-person team pays the same as a solo user. Cairrot's pricing appears per-user, though their exact seat limits aren't specified in available data.
Best For
Cairrot works better for WordPress agencies and technical SEOs who want deep crawl data. The free plugin integration makes it perfect for managing multiple WordPress client sites, and the AI Readiness Audit helps identify content optimization opportunities. If you're already in the WordPress ecosystem, the seamless integration saves time. Mentions.so suits larger teams and agencies focused on client reporting rather than technical analysis. The unlimited seats model makes sense for organizations with multiple stakeholders reviewing AI visibility data. White-label reporting on the Agency plan lets you resell AI tracking services under your brand.
The Verdict
Cairrot offers more features for less money, especially if you run WordPress sites. The crawl logging plugin alone provides data you can't get elsewhere at this price point. Mentions.so only makes sense if you need unlimited team access or white-label reporting — otherwise you're paying extra for collaboration features you might not use. Download Cairrot's free WordPress plugin first and test their crawl tracking on a few pages.
Our verdict
For features, cairrot leads. On a budget, go with cairrot.