Topo Athletic #12 in Running Shoes
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Score over time
Shaded band = 95% bootstrap confidence interval. Orange markers = methodology events (model releases, panel versions). How this works
By model
Perplexity
Gemini (Google)
ChatGPT (OpenAI)
Claude (Anthropic)
By question type
Where Topo Athletic shows up, by the intent behind the question. Every running shoes panel asks the same balanced mix — 10 prompts per type — so these rates are directly comparable. A gap here (strong on recommendations, invisible on comparisons) is where AI visibility is being won or lost.
| Question type | Mentioned | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Recommendations “What's the best option for me?” | 7% | |
| Comparisons “How do the top options stack up?” | 6% | |
| Ready to buy “Which one should I actually get?” | 4% | |
| Problem-solving “I have this problem — what fixes it?” | 11% | |
| Informational “How does this kind of product work?” | 7% |
What the AIs say
Real answers from the latest measurement in which Topo Athletic appeared — the receipts behind the score.
Claude (Anthropic) · listed #2
"Is Altra or Topo Athletic better if I want a wide toe box?"
Both Altra and Topo Athletic are known for wide toe boxes compared to mainstream running shoe brands, but there are some meaningful differences between them. **Altra** - Generally considered to have the wide…
Gemini (Google) · recommended · listed #2
"I have wide feet - what running shoes would actually fit comfortably?"
…e the same height off the ground). If you are used to traditional shoes, you need to transition to these slowly to avoid calf strain. * **Topo Athletic Phantom 3 or Ultrafly 4** * **Why they work:** Topo is similar to Altra (snug in the heel and midfoot, massive toe box), but they have a traditional "drop" (heel cushion is…
ChatGPT (OpenAI) · listed #2
"Which brand fits better for a roomy toe box, Altra or Topo Athletic?"
…running shoes, but Altra’s "FootShape" toe box is generally the widest and most square — it gives your toes the most lateral room to splay. Topo Athletic also provides a noticeably roomier, more anatomical toe box than most brands, but it tends to be a bit more tapered and snug through the forefoot than Altra. What to consider: -…
Perplexity · recommended · listed #2
"I have bunions and it's hard to find comfortable running shoes - any advice?"
…an feel better, though this is not universal.[3][13][15] A few specific shoe families that frequently come up for bunions are **Altra**, **Topo**, **Hoka**, **Brooks**, and **New Balance**, mainly because they offer roomier toe boxes or wide sizing options.[2][3][6][13][17] A few fitting tips that often matter as much as…
Where the AIs get it from
Domains cited by search-backed answers that mentioned Topo Athletic (24 answers, 2026-08-01). Your own domain is highlighted — presence in the others is the GEO opportunity.
| Cited domain | Answers citing it |
|---|---|
| reddit.com | 24 |
| youtube.com | 23 |
| runnersworld.com | 22 |
| runrepeat.com | 20 |
| runtothefinish.com | 15 |
| facebook.com | 14 |
| steadyfoot.com | 11 |
| believeintherun.com | 9 |
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Data from run #68. Methodology