How popular is3M Peltor?
In September 2026, people searched for 3M Peltor by name about 1,250 times in New Zealand, a 19% increase from the previous year. These searches made up 17.6% of all New Zealand hearing protection brand searches, placing 3M Peltor second out of seven brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about hearing protection brands, 3M Peltor appeared in all answers and was the most recommended of the seven.
3M Peltor is the second most searched of 7 competitors and the most recommended in AI answers.
LoopShare of searches 69.8%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
3M PeltorShare of searches 17.6%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
Mack'sShare of searches 8.9%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
HoneywellShare of searches 2.1%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
EtymoticShare of searches 0.84%Mentioned in 1 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 5th
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Top hearing protection brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, 3M Peltor appeared in all five answers. 3M Peltor is the most recommended of the seven.
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.
3M Peltor5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Howard Leight4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Moldex3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Honeywell2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Etymotic1 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Loop0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Mack's0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about hearing protection brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which hearing protection brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best hearing protection brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best hearing protection brand in New Zealand for loud work?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“best hearing protection”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“hearing protection for work”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which hearing protection brands compete with 3M Peltor?
Share of searches by month for Loop, 3M Peltor, Mack's, Honeywell. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Loop | 3M Peltor | Mack's | Honeywell | Etymotic | Howard Leight | Moldex |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 67.8% | 18.5% | 9.5% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 0.35% | 0.53% |
| Nov 2025 | 72.2% | 16.4% | 7.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 0.29% | 0.43% |
| Dec 2025 | 75% | 13.9% | 8.3% | 1.3% | 0.89% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Jan 2026 | 72.6% | 15.4% | 8.6% | 1.6% | 0.89% | 0.15% | 0.74% |
| Feb 2026 | 70.3% | 17.1% | 8.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.34% | 0.85% |
| Mar 2026 | 65.8% | 19.4% | 10.3% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 0.32% | 0.96% |
| Apr 2026 | 66.3% | 17.9% | 12.5% | 1.7% | 0.83% | 0.5% | 0.33% |
| May 2026 | 73.7% | 14.7% | 8.2% | 1.9% | 0.75% | 0.38% | 0.38% |
| Jun 2026 | 71.3% | 16.3% | 9.3% | 1.7% | 0.84% | 0.28% | 0.28% |
| Jul 2026 | 70.9% | 16.7% | 8.5% | 2% | 1% | 0.29% | 0.58% |
| Aug 2026 | 72% | 15.8% | 8.7% | 2.3% | 0.56% | 0.28% | 0.42% |
| Sep 2026 | 69.8% | 17.6% | 8.9% | 2.1% | 0.84% | 0.42% | 0.42% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 69.8% | 5K | -2.9% | -2.2 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 17.6% | 1.3K | +11.6% | +1.8 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 8.9% | 630 | +1.6% | +0.1 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 2.1% | 150 | -6.3% | -0.1 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.84% | 60 | +50% | +0.3 points | |
| 6, moved from 7th to 6th | 0.42% | 30 | +50% | +0.1 pointsmoved from 7th to 6th | |
| 7, moved from 6th to 7th | 0.42% | 30 | 0% | 0 pointsmoved from 6th to 7th |
1.
Loop69.8%
Held 1st. 5K estimated branded searches, -2.9% vs prior month. Share -2.2 points.
17.6%
Held 2nd. 1.3K estimated branded searches, +11.6% vs prior month. Share +1.8 points.
3.
Mack's8.9%
Held 3rd. 630 estimated branded searches, +1.6% vs prior month. Share +0.1 points.
2.1%
Held 4th. 150 estimated branded searches, -6.3% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
5.
Etymotic0.84%
Held 5th. 60 estimated branded searches, +50% vs prior month. Share +0.3 points.
0.42%
Moved from 7th to 6th. 30 estimated branded searches, +50% vs prior month. Share +0.1 points.
7.
Moldex0.42%
Moved from 6th to 7th. 30 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
Compare popularity between 3M Peltor and its closest rivals
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How has branded search demand for 3M Peltor changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for 3M Peltor in New Zealand rose from 1.1K to 1.3K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, 3M Peltor’s share of searches among hearing protection brands in New Zealand decreased from 18.5% to 17.6%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, 3M Peltor’s share of searches among hearing protection brands in New Zealand peaked at 19.4% in March 2026 and was lowest at 13.9% in December 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand hearing protection brands in September 2026?
6 changes

In September 2026, 3M Peltor gained share of searches among hearing protection brands in New Zealand, from 15.8% to 17.6%.

In September 2026, Loop lost share of searches among hearing protection brands in New Zealand, from 72% to 69.8%.

In September 2026, Howard Leight rose from 7th to 6th among hearing protection brands in New Zealand.

In September 2026, Moldex fell from 6th to 7th among hearing protection brands in New Zealand.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Honeywell in New Zealand rose 25% over 12 measured months, from 120 to 150 in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Mack's in New Zealand rose 16.7% over 12 measured months, from 540 to 630 in September 2026.
How are 3M Peltor’s branded searches counted?
18 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using 3M Peltor’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.
- 3m bluetooth earmuffs
- 3m ear defenders
- 3m ear muffs
- 3m ear protection with radio
- 3m peltor
- 3m peltor ear muffs
- 3m peltor ear protection
- 3m peltor earmuffs
- 3m radio ear defenders
- 3m radio ear protection
- 3m radio earmuffs
- ear defenders 3m peltor
- earmuff 3m peltor
- peltor bluetooth earmuffs
- peltor ear muffs
- peltor earmuffs
- peltor earmuffs bluetooth
- peltor radio earmuffs
Who owns 3M Peltor?
3M Peltor is owned by 3M. Brandwave does not track any other brands owned by 3M.
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Where does 3M Peltor compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hearing protection brands | 2nd of 7 | 17.6% | Shown above |
| Safety glasses brands | 3rd of 7 | 8.2% | Show ranking |

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