How popular isDuracell?
In September 2026, people searched for Duracell by name about 810 times in New Zealand, about the same as the previous year. These searches made up 29.9% of all New Zealand AAA rechargeable batteries brand searches, placing Duracell second out of three brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about AAA rechargeable batteries brands, Duracell did not appear in any of the answers.
Duracell is the second most searched of 3 competitors and not listed in any AI answer.
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Top AAA rechargeable batteries brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Duracell did not appear in any of the five answers.
Most recommended by AI
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Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
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5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which AAA rechargeable batteries brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best AAA rechargeable batteries brand in New Zealand for everyday devices?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“aaa rechargeable batteries”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“aa and aaa batteries”
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 20, 2026.
Which AAA rechargeable batteries brands compete with Duracell?
Share of searches by month for Energizer, Duracell, Panasonic. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Energizer | Duracell | Panasonic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 60.9% | 37.4% | 1.7% |
| Nov 2025 | 59.3% | 39.8% | 0.93% |
| Dec 2025 | 64.1% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Jan 2026 | 43.2% | 55.7% | 1.1% |
| Feb 2026 | 62.6% | 36.3% | 1.1% |
| Mar 2026 | 54.4% | 44.6% | 0.98% |
| Apr 2026 | 67.8% | 30.8% | 1.4% |
| May 2026 | 68.7% | 29.9% | 1.4% |
| Jun 2026 | 66.9% | 31.4% | 1.8% |
| Jul 2026 | 75.7% | 22.3% | 1.9% |
| Aug 2026 | 81.7% | 17.5% | 0.81% |
| Sep 2026 | 66.7% | 29.9% | 3.5% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 66.7% | 960 | -52.2% | -15 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 29.9% | 430 | 0% | +12.4 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 3.5% | 50 | +150% | +2.7 points |
Compare popularity between Duracell and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Duracell
4 comparisons
How has branded search demand for Duracell changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Duracell in New Zealand held steady, from 790 to 810.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Duracell’s share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand decreased from 37.4% to 29.9%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Duracell’s share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand peaked at 55.7% in January 2026 and was lowest at 17.5% in August 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand AAA rechargeable batteries brands in September 2026?
3 changes

In September 2026, Duracell gained share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand, from 17.5% to 29.9%.

In September 2026, Panasonic gained share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand, from 0.81% to 3.5%.

In September 2026, Energizer lost share of searches among AAA rechargeable batteries brands in New Zealand, from 81.7% to 66.7%.
How are Duracell’s branded searches counted?
5 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Duracell’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.
- battery aaa duracell
- duracell
- duracell aa alkaline
- duracell batteries
- duracell coppertop batteries
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Where does Duracell compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery brands | 3rd of 7 | 19.1% | Show ranking |
| AAA rechargeable batteries brands | 2nd of 3 | 29.9% | Shown above |

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