How popular isDash?
In September 2026, people searched for Dash by name about 21,100 times worldwide, about the same as the previous year. These searches made up 3.9% of all global waffle iron brand searches, placing Dash fourth out of four brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about waffle iron brands, Dash appeared in four of the five answers and was the third most recommended of the four.
Dash is the fourth most searched of 4 competitors and the third most recommended in AI answers.
CuisinartShare of searches 41.9%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
BrevilleShare of searches 32.5%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
All-CladShare of searches 21.7%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
DashShare of searches 3.9%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
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Top waffle iron brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Dash was mentioned in four out of five: in two of the three ChatGPT answers and in both Google AI Overviews. Dash is the third most recommended of the four.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
See every answer about waffle iron brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which waffle iron brand should I buy?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best waffle iron brands?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best waffle iron brand for easy breakfasts?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“best waffle iron”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“nonstick waffle iron”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in the United States on October 21, 2026.
Which waffle iron brands compete with Dash?
Share of searches by month for Cuisinart, Breville, All-Clad, Dash. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Cuisinart | Breville | All-Clad | Dash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 46.9% | 24.7% | 24.7% | 3.7% |
| Nov 2025 | 45.6% | 25.9% | 25.9% | 2.5% |
| Dec 2025 | 45.4% | 24.7% | 24.7% | 5.1% |
| Jan 2026 | 50.4% | 21.6% | 21.6% | 6.4% |
| Feb 2026 | 42.1% | 24.5% | 24.5% | 8.9% |
| Mar 2026 | 49.5% | 23.1% | 18.8% | 8.6% |
| Apr 2026 | 43.2% | 27.4% | 22.3% | 7.1% |
| May 2026 | 46.9% | 25.7% | 21% | 6.4% |
| Jun 2026 | 32.4% | 20.8% | 37.9% | 8.9% |
| Jul 2026 | 44.1% | 24.2% | 19.7% | 12% |
| Aug 2026 | 45.6% | 24.3% | 19.8% | 10.4% |
| Sep 2026 | 41.9% | 32.5% | 21.7% | 3.9% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 41.9% | 213K | -16% | -3.7 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 32.5% | 165K | +22.2% | +8.2 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 21.7% | 110K | 0% | +1.9 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 3.9% | 19.8K | -65.6% | -6.5 points |
41.9%
Held 1st. 213K estimated branded searches, -16% vs prior month. Share -3.7 points.
2.
Breville32.5%
Held 2nd. 165K estimated branded searches, +22.2% vs prior month. Share +8.2 points.
3.
All-Clad21.7%
Held 3rd. 110K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +1.9 points.
4.
Dash3.9%
Held 4th. 19.8K estimated branded searches, -65.6% vs prior month. Share -6.5 points.
Compare popularity between Dash and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Dash
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How has branded search demand for Dash changed worldwide over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Dash worldwide held steady, from 21.5K to 21.1K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Dash’s share of searches among waffle iron brands worldwide peaked at 12% in July 2026 and was lowest at 2.5% in November 2025.
How did search popularity change for waffle iron brands worldwide in September 2026?
4 changes

In September 2026, Breville gained share of searches among waffle iron brands worldwide, from 24.3% to 32.5%.

In September 2026, All-Clad gained share of searches among waffle iron brands worldwide, from 19.8% to 21.7%.

In September 2026, Dash lost share of searches among waffle iron brands worldwide, from 10.4% to 3.9%.

In September 2026, Cuisinart lost share of searches among waffle iron brands worldwide, from 45.6% to 41.9%.
How are Dash’s branded searches counted?
4 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Dash’s name. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brand is growing, holding steady, or fading.
- dash griddle
- dash mini maker
- dash mini waffle maker
- dash waffle maker
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Where does Dash compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pancake maker brands | 7th of 9 | 0.16% | Show ranking |
| Waffle iron brands | 4th of 4 | 3.9% | Shown above |

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