How popular isGregg's?
In September 2026, people searched for Gregg's by name about 1,350 times in New Zealand, a 42.1% increase from the previous year. These searches made up 11.3% of all New Zealand herb and spice brand searches, placing Gregg's second out of eight brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about herb and spice brands, Gregg's appeared in two of the five answers and was the second most recommended of the eight.
Gregg's is the second most searched of 8 competitors and the second most recommended in AI answers.
Ceres OrganicsShare of searches 52.2%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
Gregg'sShare of searches 11.3%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
Fresh AsShare of searches 10.6%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 5th
Old El PasoShare of searches 9.7%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
Mrs RogersShare of searches 6%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top herb and spice brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Gregg's was mentioned in two out of five: in two of the three ChatGPT answers, but not in either of the two Google AI Overviews. Gregg's is the second most recommended of the eight.
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.
- Mrs Rogers4 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
- Ceres Organics2 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
- Gregg's2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
- Fresh As2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Masterfoods2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers- Old El Paso0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Hansells0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
McCormick0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about herb and spice brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which herb and spice brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best herb and spice brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best herb and spice brand in New Zealand for everyday cooking?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“herb and spice brands”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“spice brands nz”
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which herb and spice brands compete with Gregg's?
Share of searches by month for Ceres Organics, Gregg's, Fresh As, Old El Paso, Mrs Rogers, Hansells, Masterfoods. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Ceres Organics | Gregg's | Fresh As | Old El Paso | Mrs Rogers | Hansells | Masterfoods | McCormick |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 47.4% | 12.3% | 14.5% | 9.2% | 4.4% | 6.5% | 4.7% | 0.98% |
| Nov 2025 | 48.9% | 8.8% | 15% | 9.3% | 5.9% | 6.7% | 3.9% | 1.5% |
| Dec 2025 | 43.7% | 14% | 13.3% | 8.2% | 6% | 7.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| Jan 2026 | 42.1% | 15.2% | 12.9% | 8.7% | 7% | 7.7% | 4.8% | 1.6% |
| Feb 2026 | 47.4% | 13.1% | 9.8% | 7.7% | 5.1% | 6.2% | 4.4% | 6.4% |
| Mar 2026 | 47.8% | 18.9% | 8% | 7.4% | 5.2% | 6.5% | 3.9% | 2.4% |
| Apr 2026 | 52.6% | 13.7% | 7.2% | 8% | 5.8% | 6.3% | 4.5% | 1.9% |
| May 2026 | 51.6% | 11.2% | 8.6% | 9.5% | 6% | 5% | 4.2% | 4% |
| Jun 2026 | 49.7% | 9% | 8.3% | 9% | 8.4% | 8.1% | 3.9% | 3.7% |
| Jul 2026 | 45.6% | 12.4% | 9.2% | 8.6% | 8% | 5.4% | 4.3% | 6.5% |
| Aug 2026 | 48.5% | 12.9% | 8.1% | 8.7% | 6.7% | 5.8% | 4.3% | 5% |
| Sep 2026 | 52.2% | 11.3% | 10.6% | 9.7% | 6% | 5.1% | 4.1% | 1% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 52.2% | 3.6K | 0% | +3.8 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 11.3% | 780 | -18.8% | -1.6 points | |
| 3, moved from 4th to 3rd | 10.6% | 730 | +21.7% | +2.5 pointsmoved from 4th to 3rd | |
| 4, moved from 3rd to 4th | 9.7% | 670 | +3.1% | +1 pointsmoved from 3rd to 4th | |
| 5, held 5th | 6% | 410 | -18% | -0.8 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 5.1% | 350 | -18.6% | -0.7 points | |
| 7, moved from 8th to 7th | 4.1% | 280 | -12.5% | -0.2 pointsmoved from 8th to 7th | |
| 8, moved from 7th to 8th | 1% | 70 | -81.1% | -4 pointsmoved from 7th to 8th |
52.2%
Held 1st. 3.6K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +3.8 points.
2.
Gregg's11.3%
Held 2nd. 780 estimated branded searches, -18.8% vs prior month. Share -1.6 points.
3.
Fresh As10.6%
Moved from 4th to 3rd. 730 estimated branded searches, +21.7% vs prior month. Share +2.5 points.
9.7%
Moved from 3rd to 4th. 670 estimated branded searches, +3.1% vs prior month. Share +1 points.
6%
Held 5th. 410 estimated branded searches, -18% vs prior month. Share -0.8 points.
6.
Hansells5.1%
Held 6th. 350 estimated branded searches, -18.6% vs prior month. Share -0.7 points.
4.1%
Moved from 8th to 7th. 280 estimated branded searches, -12.5% vs prior month. Share -0.2 points.
1%
Moved from 7th to 8th. 70 estimated branded searches, -81.1% vs prior month. Share -4 points.
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How has branded search demand for Gregg's changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
4 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Gregg's in New Zealand rose from 950 to 1.4K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Gregg's’ share of searches among herb and spice brands in New Zealand decreased from 12.3% to 11.3%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Gregg's’ share of searches among herb and spice brands in New Zealand peaked at 18.9% in March 2026 and was lowest at 8.8% in November 2025.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Gregg's rose from 3rd to 2nd among herb and spice brands in New Zealand.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand herb and spice brands in September 2026?
6 changes
In September 2026, Fresh As overtook Old El Paso to rank 3rd among herb and spice brands in New Zealand, with 10.6% of the searches.
In September 2026, Ceres Organics gained share of searches among herb and spice brands in New Zealand, from 48.5% to 52.2%.
In September 2026, Old El Paso gained share of searches among herb and spice brands in New Zealand, from 8.7% to 9.7%.
In September 2026, McCormick lost share of searches among herb and spice brands in New Zealand, from 5% to 1%.
In September 2026, Gregg's lost share of searches among herb and spice brands in New Zealand, from 12.9% to 11.3%.
In September 2026, Mrs Rogers lost share of searches among herb and spice brands in New Zealand, from 6.7% to 6%.
How are Gregg's’ branded searches counted?
5 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Gregg'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.
- gregg s
- greggs coffee
- greggs herbs
- greggs instant coffee
- greggs spices
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Where does Gregg's compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supermarket coffee brands | 8th of 8 | 3.9% | Show ranking |
| Herb and spice brands | 2nd of 8 | 11.3% | Shown above |
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