VOTE: Best K-pop Groups In 2026
The voting period has officially commenced for the most significant poll of the year an opportunity for fans worldwide to determine the leading K-pop groups of 2026. From December 30th, 2025 through December 31st, 2026, participants may cast their votes in support of their preferred groups and acknowledge their contributions to the industry.
K-pop has maintained its global prominence through exceptional performances, captivating vocals, and commanding stage presence. From established groups dominating international charts to emerging artists making significant impressions, this year has demonstrated the genre's continued vitality. With numerous talented acts presenting distinct artistic styles, the competition remains highly competitive, and each vote holds significance.
As fan communities mobilize in support of their favored groups, anticipation continues to intensify. With the designation of Best K-Pop Group of 2026 yet to be determined, fan engagement will prove instrumental in establishing the final rankings. The enduring influence of K-pop is evident as the genre continues to transcend boundaries and establish new benchmarks.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE:
This poll is conducted independently by ICON and does not constitute a charitable initiative or awards program.
PURPOSE: To inform our annual publication released at year's end, documenting fan preferences and industry trends.
GOAL: To analyze user engagement metrics and search patterns across Google and other search platforms.
We appreciate your participation. Cast your vote today and contribute to this year's results.
Voting Rules: Vote 2× per hour
BTS
TWICE
BLACKPINK
SEVENTEEN
SHINee
Stray kids
TXT
GOT7
DAY6
ENHYPEN
BIGBANG
MONSTA X
BOYNEXTDOOR
ILLIT
EXO
ITZY
NMIXX
MAMAMOO
P1Harmony
TREASURE
NewJeans
NCT
Aespa
IVE
ATEEZ
Red Velvet
(G)I-DLE
LE SSERAFIM
ZEROBASEONE
RIIZE
#1
BTS
248,885 votes · 25%
#2
TWICE
238,320 votes · 24%
#3
BLACKPINK
179,430 votes · 18%
#4
SEVENTEEN
175,554 votes · 18%
#5
SHINee
150,268 votes · 15%
#6
Stray kids
1,980 votes · 0%
#7
TXT
1,509 votes · 0%
#8
GOT7
1,438 votes · 0%
#9
DAY6
1,435 votes · 0%
#10
ENHYPEN
1,309 votes · 0%
#11
BIGBANG
296 votes · 0%
#12
MONSTA X
197 votes · 0%
#13
BOYNEXTDOOR
163 votes · 0%
#14
ILLIT
163 votes · 0%
#15
EXO
159 votes · 0%
#16
ITZY
129 votes · 0%
#17
NMIXX
129 votes · 0%
#18
MAMAMOO
112 votes · 0%
#19
P1Harmony
96 votes · 0%
#20
TREASURE
94 votes · 0%
#21
NewJeans
93 votes · 0%
#22
NCT
93 votes · 0%
#23
Aespa
93 votes · 0%
#24
IVE
93 votes · 0%
#25
ATEEZ
93 votes · 0%
#26
Red Velvet
93 votes · 0%
#27
(G)I-DLE
93 votes · 0%
#28
LE SSERAFIM
93 votes · 0%
#29
ZEROBASEONE
93 votes · 0%
#30
