How popular isKobalt in search?
In September 2026, there were an estimated 90.5K branded searches for Kobalt worldwide which held steady over the last 12 months. Kobalt holds 8.1% estimated Share of Search among pry bar brands worldwide and is ranked 3rd of 5 competitors for search popularity. These are worldwide searches for English-language branded terms.
DeWalt60.4%
Craftsman27%
Kobalt8.1%
GearWrench4.4%
Crescent0.05%
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Which pry bar brands compete with Kobalt?
Share of Search by month for DeWalt, Craftsman, Kobalt, GearWrench. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of search table
| Month | DeWalt | Craftsman | Kobalt | GearWrench | Crescent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 63.5% | 23.2% | 8.5% | 4.7% | 0.04% |
| Nov 2025 | 66.4% | 19.8% | 8.9% | 4.9% | 0.04% |
| Dec 2025 | 63.5% | 23.2% | 8.5% | 4.7% | 0.06% |
| Jan 2026 | 59.8% | 26.7% | 8% | 5.4% | 0.03% |
| Feb 2026 | 57.8% | 31.6% | 6.4% | 4.2% | 0.04% |
| Mar 2026 | 53.3% | 35.6% | 7.2% | 3.9% | 0.04% |
| Apr 2026 | 57% | 31.1% | 7.7% | 4.2% | 0.04% |
| May 2026 | 57% | 31.1% | 7.7% | 4.2% | 0.03% |
| Jun 2026 | 57.8% | 31.6% | 6.4% | 4.2% | 0.03% |
| Jul 2026 | 53.2% | 35.6% | 7.2% | 3.9% | 0.05% |
| Aug 2026 | 57% | 31.1% | 7.7% | 4.2% | 0.06% |
| Sep 2026 | 60.4% | 27% | 8.1% | 4.4% | 0.05% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of Search | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 60.4% | 673K | 0% | +3.4 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 27% | 301K | -18.2% | -4.1 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 8.1% | 90.5K | 0% | +0.5 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 4.4% | 49.5K | 0% | +0.3 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.05% | 590 | -18.1% | 0 points |
1.
DeWalt60.4%
Held 1st. 673K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +3.4 points.
27%
Held 2nd. 301K estimated branded searches, -18.2% vs prior month. Share -4.1 points.
3.
Kobalt8.1%
Held 3rd. 90.5K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.5 points.
4.4%
Held 4th. 49.5K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.3 points.
5.
Crescent0.05%
Held 5th. 590 estimated branded searches, -18.1% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
Compare search popularity between Kobalt and its closest rivals
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How has branded search demand for Kobalt changed worldwide over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Kobalt worldwide held steady at 90.5K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Kobalt’s estimated Share of Search among pry bar brands worldwide peaked at 8.9% in November 2025 and was lowest at 6.4% in February 2026.
How did search popularity change for pry bar brands worldwide in September 2026?
4 changes
In September 2026, DeWalt gained estimated Share of Search among pry bar brands worldwide, from 57% to 60.4%.
In September 2026, Craftsman lost estimated Share of Search among pry bar brands worldwide, from 31.1% to 27%.
Kobalt’s estimated Share of Search among pry bar brands worldwide has gained ground for 3 months in a row, from 6.4% to 8.1% in September 2026.
Estimated monthly branded searches for Crescent worldwide rose 51.3% over 12 measured months, from 390 to 590 in September 2026.
Where does Kobalt compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of Search | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saw stand brands | 5th of 8 | 2.1% | Show ranking |
| Impact wrench brands | 6th of 7 | 2.3% | Show ranking |
| Tool bag brands | 5th of 8 | 2.3% | Show ranking |
| Impact driver brands | 4th of 5 | 3% | Show ranking |
| Rolling tool box brands | 4th of 7 | 3.1% | Show ranking |
| Tile cutter brands | 4th of 4 | 3.7% | Show ranking |
| Reciprocating saw brands | 5th of 6 | 5.9% | Show ranking |
| Wet tile saw brands | 3rd of 4 | 6.2% | Show ranking |
| Saw horse brands | 3rd of 4 | 7.6% | Show ranking |
| Pry bar brands | 3rd of 5 | 8.1% | Shown above |
| Magnetic socket rail brands | 2nd of 5 | 19.2% | Show ranking |
| Music publishing platforms | 2nd of 4 | 22.1% | Show ranking |
| Work bench brands | 2nd of 3 | 28.1% | Show ranking |
How is Kobalt measured?
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Kobalt’s name. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for this branded term can be used to understand whether interest in the brand is growing, holding steady, or fading.
1 branded search term
- kobalt
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