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
SEVENTEEN
BLACKPINK
SHINee
Stray kids
GOT7
DAY6
ENHYPEN
TXT
EXO
BIGBANG
(G)I-DLE
ITZY
TREASURE
NewJeans
P1Harmony
ATEEZ
Aespa
IVE
Red Velvet
LE SSERAFIM
MAMAMOO
MONSTA X
ZEROBASEONE
NMIXX
RIIZE
BOYNEXTDOOR
ILLIT
NCT
#1
BTS
405,315 votes · 27%
#2
TWICE
401,551 votes · 26%
#3
SEVENTEEN
233,936 votes · 15%
#4
BLACKPINK
233,735 votes · 15%
#5
SHINee
228,945 votes · 15%
#6
Stray kids
3,612 votes · 0%
#7
GOT7
2,444 votes · 0%
#8
DAY6
2,438 votes · 0%
#9
ENHYPEN
2,281 votes · 0%
#10
TXT
2,049 votes · 0%
#11
EXO
327 votes · 0%
#12
BIGBANG
299 votes · 0%
#13
(G)I-DLE
261 votes · 0%
#14
ITZY
259 votes · 0%
#15
TREASURE
232 votes · 0%
#16
NewJeans
227 votes · 0%
#17
P1Harmony
218 votes · 0%
#18
ATEEZ
211 votes · 0%
#19
Aespa
210 votes · 0%
#20
IVE
210 votes · 0%
#21
Red Velvet
210 votes · 0%
#22
LE SSERAFIM
210 votes · 0%
#23
MAMAMOO
210 votes · 0%
#24
MONSTA X
210 votes · 0%
#25
ZEROBASEONE
210 votes · 0%
#26
NMIXX
210 votes · 0%
#27
RIIZE
210 votes · 0%
#28
BOYNEXTDOOR
210 votes · 0%
#29
ILLIT
210 votes · 0%
#30
