Popularity comparison

America's Got Talent vs American Idol

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 17, 2026

By current Buzz Score, America's Got Talent is the most popular at 1.9, followed by American Idol at 1.2. American Idol has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 2.0. America's Got Talent has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 7.6 during May 26 – Jun 24, 2020.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 16, 2026

America's Got Talent1.961% · #346 in TV

American Idol1.239% · #583 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

America's Got Talent1.746% · #504 in TV

American Idol2.054% · #425 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

America's Got Talent7.653% · #1,003 in TV · May 26 – Jun 24, 2020

American Idol6.747% · #1,111 in TV · Apr 21 – May 20, 2025

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score