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Home ImprovementConsensus Index

Research & methodology

Research Definitions

Consistent terminology separates the measured recommendation signal from claims about provider quality.

The main research terms

An AI consensus index compares qualifying recommendations across usable responses. A fit review considers one provider within a specific consumer scenario.

A platform mention is a qualifying recommendation by one included platform. Coverage expresses mentions as a share of usable responses. A citation identifies a claim’s source context; it is not an extra vote.

Position and integrity information

Average and best position describe where a provider appeared in recorded lists. Source-support classifications describe the relationship between claims and sources rather than company quality.

A SHA-256 digest identifies a source snapshot and can reveal changes. It does not establish the truth of underlying claims.