Popularity comparison

American Idol vs American Song Contest

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 1, 2026

By current Buzz Score, American Idol is the most popular at 1.2, followed by American Song Contest at 0.2. American Idol has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 2.0. American Song Contest has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 13.1 during Mar 17 – Apr 15, 2022.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 31, 2026

American Idol1.288% · #675 in TV

American Song Contest0.212% · #2,073 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

American Idol2.092% · #421 in TV

American Song Contest0.27.8% · #1,998 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

American Idol6.734% · #1,106 in TV · Apr 21 – May 20, 2025

American Song Contest13.166% · #646 in TV · Mar 17 – Apr 15, 2022

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score