How popular isHyperlite?
In September 2026, people searched for Hyperlite by name about 190 times in New Zealand, a 5% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 76% of all New Zealand wakeboard brand searches, placing Hyperlite first out of two brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about wakeboard brands, Hyperlite appeared in all answers and was the second most recommended of the two.
Hyperlite is the most searched of 2 competitors and the second most recommended in AI answers.
HyperliteShare of searches 76%Mentioned in 4 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
RonixShare of searches 24%Mentioned in 3 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top wakeboard brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and one Google AI Overview, Hyperlite appeared in all four answers. Hyperlite is the second most recommended of the two.
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4 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which wakeboard brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best wakeboard brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best wakeboard brand in New Zealand for a boat session?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“wakeboard nz”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Searched Google, AI Overview
“wakeboard for beginners”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which wakeboard brands compete with Hyperlite?
Share of searches by month for Hyperlite, Ronix. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Hyperlite | Ronix |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 62.5% | 37.5% |
| Nov 2025 | 70% | 30% |
| Dec 2025 | 72.5% | 27.5% |
| Jan 2026 | 72.5% | 27.5% |
| Feb 2026 | 68.6% | 31.4% |
| Mar 2026 | 73.5% | 26.5% |
| Apr 2026 | 76% | 24% |
| May 2026 | 76.2% | 23.8% |
| Jun 2026 | 72.2% | 27.8% |
| Jul 2026 | 70.4% | 29.6% |
| Aug 2026 | 81% | 19% |
| Sep 2026 | 76% | 24% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 76% | 190 | +11.8% | -5 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 24% | 60 | +50% | +5 points |
Compare popularity between Hyperlite and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Hyperlite
4 comparisons
How has branded search demand for Hyperlite changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Hyperlite in New Zealand fell from 200 to 190.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Hyperlite’s share of searches among wakeboard brands in New Zealand increased from 62.5% to 76%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Hyperlite’s share of searches among wakeboard brands in New Zealand peaked at 81% in August 2026 and was lowest at 62.5% in October 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand wakeboard brands in September 2026?
2 changes

In September 2026, Ronix gained share of searches among wakeboard brands in New Zealand, from 19% to 24%.

In September 2026, Hyperlite lost share of searches among wakeboard brands in New Zealand, from 81% to 76%.
How are Hyperlite’s branded searches counted?
2 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Hyperlite’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.
- hyperlite
- hyperlite wakeboard
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Where does Hyperlite compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bindings brands | 3rd of 5 | 22.6% | Show ranking |
| Wakeboard brands | 1st of 2 | 76% | Shown above |

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