Hive MLS Sweeps 'Best MLS' Awards, Winning Top Honors in all 7 Categories

Broker-centric MLS recognized for delivering highest levels of service, data quality, and technology performance

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:00pm

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Hive MLS, one of the nation's fastest-growing Multiple Listing Services (MLS), has been named a 'BEST MLS' across all seven categories in the WAV Group Customer Experience Index (CXI) 2026 Survey. These top honors recognize Hive MLS for delivering the highest levels of service, data quality, and technology performance for brokers and their agents.

Why it matters

The WAV Group CXI survey is the industry benchmark for MLS performance, giving organizations a clear framework to evaluate their service and technology effectiveness. Hive MLS's sweep of all seven 'BEST MLS' categories reflects its commitment to serving brokers through a cooperative, broker-centric model focused on delivering accurate data, reliable tools, and meaningful business outcomes.

The details

Hive MLS earned BEST MLS honors in every category measured: Overall, Customer Service, Training, Technology, Data Quality, Responsiveness, and Business Generation. This sweep reinforces Hive MLS's focus on listening to its members and continuously improving to meet their needs.

  • The WAV Group CXI survey was conducted in 2026.

The players

Hive MLS

One of the nation's fastest-growing Multiple Listing Services (MLS), representing over 19,450 brokers and appraisers throughout the Southeast region.

Daniel Jones

CEO of Hive MLS.

Marilyn Wilson

CEO and Founding Partner of WAV Group, the industry's leading MLS research and consulting firm.

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What they’re saying

“We are grateful for this national recognition as it means a great deal to us, but the credit belongs to the brokers we serve and their agents. They hold us accountable every single day. They tell us what is working, what is not, and where we need to be better. Our job is to listen and go to work. I am incredibly proud of our team for meeting these challenges, but I am even more thankful for our members who push us to deliver the kind of MLS they deserve.”

— Daniel Jones, CEO of Hive MLS

“Hive MLS continues to set the highest standards for customer experience across the MLS industry and raises the bar of excellence. Sweeping BEST MLS recognition in every category reflects a deep commitment to listening to members and delivering consistent value across every aspect of their business.”

— Marilyn Wilson, CEO and Founding Partner of WAV Group

What’s next

Hive MLS plans to continue its focus on serving brokers and agents through its cooperative, broker-centric model, with a commitment to delivering accurate data, reliable tools, and meaningful business outcomes.

The takeaway

Hive MLS's sweep of the 'BEST MLS' awards in all seven categories demonstrates its dedication to providing exceptional service, data quality, and technology to the brokers and agents it serves. This recognition solidifies Hive MLS's position as an industry leader committed to continuously improving the MLS experience.