Competitor performance benchmarking

See your market from the outside in

Most businesses look at their own metrics first. But to really understand your position, you need to see yourself through the lens of the market – and that means knowing exactly how your competitors are performing.

Competitor performance benchmarking gives you a clear, evidence based picture of where you stand, who’s gaining ground, and where the biggest opportunities lie.

Why competitor benchmarking matters

When you know your competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, you can:

  • Spot areas where they’re winning and learn why

  • Identify gaps they’re missing and claim them before they do

  • Understand how market trends are shifting

  • Make smarter investment decisions based on real data, not assumptions

Types of competitors we analyse

  • Direct competitors – those offering similar products/services to the same audience

  • Indirect competitors – businesses competing for the same audience spend in different ways

  • Emerging disruptors – new players or technologies that could change the game

Key benchmarking metrics

While every market is different, typical benchmarking includes:

  • Share of search and organic visibility

  • Paid advertising presence and spend patterns

  • Conversion rate comparisons

  • Social media engagement and reach

  • Audience overlap and targeting strategies

  • Content performance and keyword gaps

Tools and techniques

We combine specialist analytics tools with human insight to spot patterns automated reports often miss. This allows us to:

  • Monitor shifts in visibility over time

  • Track ad creative and campaign trends

  • See exactly where competitors are putting their effort (and budget)

From insight to action

Benchmarking isn’t just about data—it’s about decisions. We’ll give you:

  • A full breakdown of the competitive landscape

  • RAG (Red, Amber, Green) priorities for quick wins and long-term gains

  • Specific, measurable recommendations tailored to your business goals

Real world example

A client in the professional services sector discovered one competitor was running a highly targeted ad campaign in a niche service area. By adapting their messaging and targeting, they achieved a 22% increase in conversions within three months.

Ready to see exactly where you stand in the market?

Our digital health analysis packages include in-depth competitor benchmarking to give you a complete picture of your position—and a clear path forward.

Choose from:

  • Initial analysis – quick turnaround, essential insights, clear priorities

  • In-depth analysis – full competitive landscape, RAG report, and tailored recommendations

Learn how we helped 100 top brands gain success