How popular isDavey?
In September 2026, people searched for Davey by name about 210 times in New Zealand, a 19.2% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 3.4% of all New Zealand sand filter brand searches, placing Davey fifth out of seven brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about sand filter brands, Davey appeared in four of the five answers and was the fourth most recommended of the seven.
Davey is the fifth most searched of 7 competitors and the fourth most recommended in AI answers.
JacuzziShare of searches 40.2%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
BestwayShare of searches 36.9%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
IntexShare of searches 11.5%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
WatercoShare of searches 7.7%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
DaveyShare of searches 3.4%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
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Top sand filter brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Davey was mentioned in four out of five: in all three ChatGPT answers and in one of the two Google AI Overviews. Davey is the fourth 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.
Waterco4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Davey4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers- AstralPool4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Bestway2 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Hayward1 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Jacuzzi0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Intex0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about sand filter brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which sand filter brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best sand filter brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best sand filter brand in New Zealand for a swimming pool?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“pool sand filter nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“pool filter system”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which sand filter brands compete with Davey?
Share of searches by month for Jacuzzi, Bestway, Intex, Waterco, Davey. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Jacuzzi | Bestway | Intex | Waterco | Davey | AstralPool | Hayward |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 35% | 45.3% | 10% | 6% | 3.3% | 0.38% | 0.13% |
| Nov 2025 | 16.5% | 67.8% | 10.5% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 0.18% | 0.06% |
| Dec 2025 | 14.8% | 72.4% | 8.9% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 0.11% | 0.05% |
| Jan 2026 | 22.3% | 61.3% | 8.9% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Feb 2026 | 42.4% | 37.8% | 8.5% | 7.1% | 3.8% | 0.18% | 0.18% |
| Mar 2026 | 51.2% | 24.5% | 9.4% | 9.8% | 4.3% | 0.61% | 0.2% |
| Apr 2026 | 61.3% | 17.2% | 7.7% | 7.7% | 5.1% | 0.73% | 0.24% |
| May 2026 | 60.9% | 16.9% | 8.8% | 7.6% | 5% | 0.48% | 0.24% |
| Jun 2026 | 57.5% | 18.7% | 9.3% | 9.1% | 4.9% | 0.23% | 0.23% |
| Jul 2026 | 58.4% | 19.4% | 9.1% | 8.9% | 3.2% | 0.68% | 0.23% |
| Aug 2026 | 51.1% | 28.3% | 8.6% | 6.9% | 4.5% | 0.43% | 0.21% |
| Sep 2026 | 40.2% | 36.9% | 11.5% | 7.7% | 3.4% | 0.16% | 0.16% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 40.2% | 2.5K | +4.6% | -10.9 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 36.9% | 2.3K | +73.5% | +8.6 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 11.5% | 710 | +77.5% | +2.9 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 7.7% | 480 | +50% | +0.9 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 3.4% | 210 | 0% | -1.1 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 0.16% | 10 | -50% | -0.3 points | |
| 7, held 7th | 0.16% | 10 | 0% | -0.1 points |
1.
Jacuzzi40.2%
Held 1st. 2.5K estimated branded searches, +4.6% vs prior month. Share -10.9 points.
2.
Bestway36.9%
Held 2nd. 2.3K estimated branded searches, +73.5% vs prior month. Share +8.6 points.
3.
Intex11.5%
Held 3rd. 710 estimated branded searches, +77.5% vs prior month. Share +2.9 points.
4.
Waterco7.7%
Held 4th. 480 estimated branded searches, +50% vs prior month. Share +0.9 points.
5.
Davey3.4%
Held 5th. 210 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -1.1 points.
0.16%
Held 6th. 10 estimated branded searches, -50% vs prior month. Share -0.3 points.
7.
Hayward0.16%
Held 7th. 10 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
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How has branded search demand for Davey changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Davey in New Zealand fell from 260 to 210.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Davey’s share of searches among sand filter brands in New Zealand peaked at 5.1% in April 2026 and was lowest at 1.1% in December 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand sand filter brands in September 2026?
6 changes

In September 2026, Bestway gained share of searches among sand filter brands in New Zealand, from 28.3% to 36.9%.

In September 2026, Intex gained share of searches among sand filter brands in New Zealand, from 8.6% to 11.5%.

In September 2026, Waterco gained share of searches among sand filter brands in New Zealand, from 6.9% to 7.7%.

In September 2026, Jacuzzi lost share of searches among sand filter brands in New Zealand, from 51.1% to 40.2%.

In September 2026, Davey lost share of searches among sand filter brands in New Zealand, from 4.5% to 3.4%.
Estimated monthly branded searches for AstralPool in New Zealand fell 66.7% over 12 measured months, from 30 to 10 in September 2026.
How are Davey’s branded searches counted?
1 search term
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Davey’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 Davey compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sand filter brands | 5th of 7 | 3.4% | Shown above |
| Water pumps | 2nd of 5 | 25.3% | Show ranking |
| Pool pump brands | 1st of 6 | 31.8% | Show ranking |

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