How popular isJUKI?
In September 2026, people searched for JUKI by name about 50 times in New Zealand, about the same as the previous year. These searches made up 2.5% of all New Zealand overlock machine brand searches, placing JUKI fourth out of five brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about overlock machine brands, JUKI appeared in all answers and was the third most recommended of the five.
JUKI is the fourth most searched of 5 competitors and the third most recommended in AI answers.
BerninaShare of searches 45.5%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 5th
JanomeShare of searches 31.8%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
SingerShare of searches 19.7%Mentioned in 1 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
JUKIShare of searches 2.5%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
BrotherShare of searches 0.51%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top overlock machine brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, JUKI appeared in all five answers. JUKI is the third most recommended of the five.
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.
JUKI5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Brother5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Janome4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Bernina3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Singer1 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about overlock machine brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which overlock machine brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best overlock machine brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best overlock machine brand in New Zealand for home sewing?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“overlocker nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“serger machine”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which overlock machine brands compete with JUKI?
Share of searches by month for Bernina, Janome, Singer, JUKI. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Bernina | Janome | Singer | JUKI | Brother |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 46.9% | 34.6% | 15.1% | 2.8% | 0.56% |
| Nov 2025 | 47.5% | 34.8% | 14.6% | 2.5% | 0.51% |
| Dec 2025 | 48% | 36.6% | 12.4% | 2.5% | 0.5% |
| Jan 2026 | 47.3% | 34.5% | 15.5% | 2.3% | 0.45% |
| Feb 2026 | 47.5% | 36% | 12.5% | 3.5% | 0.5% |
| Mar 2026 | 47.3% | 32% | 16.7% | 3.4% | 0.49% |
| Apr 2026 | 46.8% | 33.5% | 15.8% | 3.4% | 0.49% |
| May 2026 | 46.9% | 35.8% | 14.8% | 2.1% | 0.41% |
| Jun 2026 | 45.3% | 34.1% | 17.2% | 3% | 0.43% |
| Jul 2026 | 43% | 34.1% | 20.1% | 2.3% | 0.47% |
| Aug 2026 | 43% | 38.3% | 16.1% | 2.2% | 0.43% |
| Sep 2026 | 45.5% | 31.8% | 19.7% | 2.5% | 0.51% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 45.5% | 900 | -9.1% | +2.4 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 31.8% | 630 | -28.4% | -6.4 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 19.7% | 390 | +5.4% | +3.6 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 2.5% | 50 | 0% | +0.4 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.51% | 10 | 0% | +0.1 points |
1.
Bernina45.5%
Held 1st. 900 estimated branded searches, -9.1% vs prior month. Share +2.4 points.
2.
Janome31.8%
Held 2nd. 630 estimated branded searches, -28.4% vs prior month. Share -6.4 points.
3.
Singer19.7%
Held 3rd. 390 estimated branded searches, +5.4% vs prior month. Share +3.6 points.
4.
JUKI2.5%
Held 4th. 50 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.4 points.
5.
Brother0.51%
Held 5th. 10 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.1 points.
Compare popularity between JUKI and its closest rivals
Every comparison with JUKI
5 comparisons
How has branded search demand for JUKI changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for JUKI in New Zealand held steady at 50.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, JUKI’s share of searches among overlock machine brands in New Zealand peaked at 3.5% in February 2026 and was lowest at 2.1% in May 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand overlock machine brands in September 2026?
3 changes

In September 2026, Singer gained share of searches among overlock machine brands in New Zealand, from 16.1% to 19.7%.

In September 2026, Bernina gained share of searches among overlock machine brands in New Zealand, from 43% to 45.5%.

In September 2026, Janome lost share of searches among overlock machine brands in New Zealand, from 38.3% to 31.8%.
How are JUKI’s branded searches counted?
1 search term
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using JUKI’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 JUKI compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sewing machine brands | 6th of 6 | 0.93% | Show ranking |
| Bobbin case brands | 4th of 6 | 2.5% | Show ranking |
| Overlock machine brands | 4th of 5 | 2.5% | Shown above |

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