Scan Platforms
Compare the 7 platforms Local Falcon can scan — from Google Maps to AI assistants.
Platform Overview
| Platform Code | Platform Name | What It Scans | Primary Metric | Sync Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
google |
Google Maps | Traditional local pack rankings | SoLV | Synchronous |
apple |
Apple Maps | Apple Maps business rankings | SoLV | Eager (async) |
gaio |
Google AI Overviews | AI Overview citations in Google | SAIV | Eager (async) |
chatgpt |
ChatGPT | ChatGPT business recommendations | SAIV | Eager (async) |
gemini |
Gemini | Gemini business recommendations | SAIV | Eager (async) |
grok |
Grok | Grok business recommendations | SAIV | Eager (async) |
aimode |
Google AI Mode | Google AI Mode results | SAIV | Eager (async) |
Traditional vs AI Platforms
Traditional platforms (google, apple) measure local pack and map rankings using ARP, ATRP, and SoLV. AI platforms (gaio, chatgpt, gemini, grok, aimode) measure how often AI assistants recommend your business, using SAIV (Share of AI Voice). Running the same keyword across both platform types gives you a complete visibility picture.
Platform-Specific Notes
Google Maps (google)
- The default and most common platform.
- Scans run synchronously — the API waits for results before responding.
- Supports AI analysis (
ai_analysis=true). - Returns the full ranking grid with ARP, ATRP, and SoLV.
Apple Maps (apple)
- Requires additional fields when saving a location:
name,lat,lng. - Runs in eager mode — the API returns immediately; poll for results.
AI Platforms (gaio, chatgpt, gemini, grok, aimode)
- All run in eager mode — the API returns immediately.
- Use SAIV (Share of AI Voice) instead of SoLV.
Run the same keyword on google and an AI platform to compare your traditional vs AI visibility.
Platform Support by Endpoint
| Action | Supported Platforms |
|---|---|
Run a scan (POST /v2/run-scan/) |
google, apple, gaio, chatgpt, gemini, grok, aimode |
Search for location (POST /v2/locations/search) |
google, apple |
Save a location (POST /v2/locations/add) |
google, apple |
| Filter reports | google, apple, gaio, chatgpt, gemini, grok, aimode |
| On-Demand API | google only |
Non-Google platform scans run in eager mode — the API returns immediately with a success response. The scan continues processing in the background. Poll POST /v1/reports/ to check for the completed report. Do NOT retry the scan — it would consume additional credits.