How popular isThorogood?
In September 2026, people searched for Thorogood by name about 110,000 times worldwide, an 18.5% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 3.3% of all global safety boot searches, placing Thorogood fifth out of ten boots. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about safety boots, Thorogood appeared in two of the four answers and was the fourth most recommended of the ten.
Thorogood is the fifth most searched of 10 competitors and the fourth most recommended in AI answers.
Dr. MartensShare of searches 55.7%Mentioned in 0 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
Red WingShare of searches 16.7%Mentioned in 4 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
BlundstoneShare of searches 13.7%Mentioned in 0 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
DannerShare of searches 4.1%Mentioned in 2 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 6th
ThorogoodShare of searches 3.3%Mentioned in 2 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
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Top safety boots in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and one Google AI Overview, Thorogood was mentioned in two out of four: in two of the three ChatGPT answers, but not in the Google AI Overview. Thorogood is the fourth most recommended of the ten.
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.
Red Wing4 of 4Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 1 Google answers
Wolverine3 of 4Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 1 Google answers
Timberland PRO3 of 4Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers- KEEN Utility3 of 4Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
Danner2 of 4Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
Thorogood2 of 4Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
Caterpillar1 of 4Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 1 Google answers
Dr. Martens0 of 4Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
Blundstone0 of 4Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
Steel Blue0 of 4Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
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4 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which safety boots brand should I buy?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best safety boots brands?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best safety boots brand for all day protection?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“steel toe boots”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Searched Google, AI Overview
“safety boots”
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in the United States on October 21, 2026.
Which safety boots compete with Thorogood?
Share of searches by month for Dr. Martens, Red Wing, Blundstone, Danner, Thorogood, Wolverine. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Dr. Martens | Red Wing | Blundstone | Danner | Thorogood | Wolverine | Steel Blue | Timberland PRO | Caterpillar | KEEN Utility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 45.1% | 30.2% | 13.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.16% | 0.11% |
| Nov 2025 | 46.2% | 25.3% | 16.9% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 1% | 1.2% | 0.14% | 0.09% |
| Dec 2025 | 47.5% | 26% | 14.3% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 1% | 1.3% | 0.11% | 0.09% |
| Jan 2026 | 43.2% | 35.3% | 10.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.16% | 0.13% |
| Feb 2026 | 47.1% | 25.9% | 11.6% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.25% | 0.14% |
| Mar 2026 | 33.4% | 49.8% | 6.7% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.22% | 0.12% |
| Apr 2026 | 42.3% | 34.7% | 8.5% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.28% | 0.23% |
| May 2026 | 52.8% | 19.5% | 10.6% | 3.9% | 4.8% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 2.1% | 0.35% | 0.23% |
| Jun 2026 | 48.6% | 21.9% | 9.8% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 3% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 0.39% | 0.26% |
| Jul 2026 | 54.5% | 20.1% | 9% | 4% | 4% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.36% | 0.24% |
| Aug 2026 | 55.9% | 16.8% | 11.2% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.37% | 0.2% |
| Sep 2026 | 55.7% | 16.7% | 13.7% | 4.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 0.16% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 55.7% | 1.8M | +22% | -0.2 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 16.7% | 550K | +22.2% | 0 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 13.7% | 450K | +49.5% | +2.5 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 4.1% | 135K | +22.7% | 0 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 3.3% | 110K | 0% | -0.8 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 2.2% | 72.6K | -3.6% | -0.6 points | |
| 7, held 7th | 1.8% | 60.5K | 0% | -0.4 points | |
| 8, held 8th | 1.8% | 60.5K | 0% | -0.4 points | |
| 9, held 9th | 0.3% | 9.9K | 0% | -0.1 points | |
| 10, held 10th | 0.16% | 5.4K | 0% | 0 points |
55.7%
Held 1st. 1.8M estimated branded searches, +22% vs prior month. Share -0.2 points.
2.
Red Wing16.7%
Held 2nd. 550K estimated branded searches, +22.2% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
13.7%
Held 3rd. 450K estimated branded searches, +49.5% vs prior month. Share +2.5 points.
4.
Danner4.1%
Held 4th. 135K estimated branded searches, +22.7% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
3.3%
Held 5th. 110K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.8 points.
2.2%
Held 6th. 72.6K estimated branded searches, -3.6% vs prior month. Share -0.6 points.
1.8%
Held 7th. 60.5K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.4 points.
1.8%
Held 8th. 60.5K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.4 points.
0.3%
Held 9th. 9.9K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
10.KEEN Utility
0.16%
Held 10th. 5.4K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
Compare popularity between Thorogood and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Thorogood
18 comparisons
- Blundstone vs Thorogood
- Danner vs Thorogood
- Bogs vs Thorogood
- Muck Boot vs Thorogood
- Oliver vs Thorogood
- Ariat vs Thorogood
- Dr. Martens vs Thorogood
- Red Wing vs Thorogood
- Thorogood vs Timberland
- Thorogood vs Wolverine
- Steel Blue vs Thorogood
- Thorogood vs Timberland PRO
- Georgia Boot vs Thorogood
- KEEN vs Thorogood
- Dunlop vs Thorogood
- KEEN Utility vs Thorogood
- Carhartt vs Thorogood
- Caterpillar vs Thorogood
How has branded search demand for Thorogood changed worldwide over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Thorogood worldwide fell from 135K to 110K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Thorogood’s share of searches among safety boots worldwide increased from 2.7% to 3.3%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Thorogood’s share of searches among safety boots worldwide peaked at 5.3% in June 2026 and was lowest at 2.4% in March 2026.
How did search popularity change for safety boots worldwide in September 2026?
6 changes

In September 2026, Blundstone gained share of searches among safety boots worldwide, from 11.2% to 13.7%.

In September 2026, Thorogood lost share of searches among safety boots worldwide, from 4.1% to 3.3%.

In September 2026, Wolverine lost share of searches among safety boots worldwide, from 2.8% to 2.2%.

Red Wing’s share of searches among safety boots worldwide has lost ground for 3 months in a row, from 21.9% to 16.7% in September 2026.

Steel Blue’s share of searches among safety boots worldwide has lost ground for 3 months in a row, from 2.9% to 1.8% in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Caterpillar worldwide rose 22.2% over 12 measured months, from 8.1K to 9.9K in September 2026.
How are Thorogood’s branded searches counted?
1 search term
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Thorogood’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.
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Where does Thorogood compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steel toe boot brands | 5th of 9 | 2% | Show ranking |
| Safety boots | 5th of 10 | 3.3% | Shown above |
| Farm boots brands | 6th of 8 | 4.8% | Show ranking |
| Work boot brands | 5th of 8 | 4.9% | Show ranking |

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