Popularity comparison

The Strain vs The Swarm

TV Show Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 2, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Strain is the most popular at 1.4, followed by The Swarm at 0.2. The Strain has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 1.8. The Swarm has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 5.4 during Mar 6 – Apr 4, 2023.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 1, 2026

The Strain1.489% · #512 in TV

The Swarm0.211% · #1,973 in TV

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Strain1.882% · #472 in TV

The Swarm0.418% · #1,405 in TV

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Strain3.741% · #1,570 in TV · Aug 10 – Sep 8, 2025

The Swarm5.459% · #1,279 in TV · Mar 6 – Apr 4, 2023

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score