G2 Vendor Directory

Google Custom Search vs. Google Programmable Search Engine

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricGoogle Custom Search

by Google

Google Programmable Search Engine

by Google

Overall rating4.44.5
Review count139162
Ease of use9.39.2
Ease of setup9.19.1
Quality of support8.68.6
Meets requirements8.98.9
NPS68.18181870.344828
Small Business52.5%67.3%
Mid-Market30.9%19.8%
Enterprise16.5%13.0%
Total page views5995,563
Total LLM citations575264

Google Custom Search

Google Custom Search enables you to create a search engine for your website, your blog, or a collection of websites

Pros

  • Ease of Use
  • Efficiency
  • Setup Ease
  • Search Functionality
  • Customization
  • Results

Google Programmable Search Engine

Google Programmable Search Engine is a customizable search solution that enables website owners to integrate a tailored search experience directly into their web pages. Leveraging Google's core search technology, it delivers fast and relevant results, enhancing user engagement and satisfaction. Users can define the specific content their search engine indexes, whether it's their own site or a curated collection of external sites, and customize the appearance to align with their website's design. This flexibility allows for a seamless and cohesive user experience.

Pros