How popular isKarcher?
In September 2026, people searched for Karcher by name about 6,390 times in New Zealand, a 9.9% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 11.5% of all New Zealand power washer brand searches, placing Karcher fourth out of eight brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about power washer brands, Karcher appeared in all answers and was the most recommended of the eight.
Karcher is the fourth most searched of 8 competitors and the most recommended in AI answers.
RyobiShare of searches 33%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
StihlShare of searches 26.1%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
DeWaltShare of searches 19.7%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
KarcherShare of searches 11.5%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
OzitoShare of searches 6.3%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
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Top power washer brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Karcher appeared in all five answers. Karcher is the 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.
Karcher5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Ryobi3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Ozito3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Stihl2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
DeWalt0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Honda Power Equipment0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Milwaukee0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Greenworks0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about power washer brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which power washer brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best power washer brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best power washer brand in New Zealand for home cleaning?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“best power washer”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“pressure washer for home”
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 power washer brands compete with Karcher?
Share of searches by month for Ryobi, Stihl, DeWalt, Karcher, Ozito, Honda Power Equipment. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Ryobi | Stihl | DeWalt | Karcher | Ozito | Honda Power Equipment | Milwaukee | Greenworks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 29.5% | 28.4% | 18.1% | 12.5% | 6.9% | 4.4% | 0.22% | 0.04% |
| Nov 2025 | 32.8% | 26.2% | 19.4% | 11.7% | 6.2% | 3.5% | 0.16% | 0% |
| Dec 2025 | 34.9% | 28% | 14.9% | 12.4% | 6.6% | 3.1% | 0.14% | 0% |
| Jan 2026 | 30.6% | 31.3% | 16.2% | 11.2% | 7.3% | 3.2% | 0.15% | 0.04% |
| Feb 2026 | 26.7% | 33.9% | 18.1% | 10% | 6.7% | 4.4% | 0.17% | 0.04% |
| Mar 2026 | 32.3% | 28.1% | 19.1% | 10.2% | 6.8% | 3.4% | 0.09% | 0% |
| Apr 2026 | 29.2% | 29.3% | 18.6% | 12.9% | 7.1% | 2.8% | 0.13% | 0.04% |
| May 2026 | 24% | 35.6% | 19% | 12.7% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 0.18% | 0.04% |
| Jun 2026 | 25.3% | 29% | 23.2% | 12.7% | 7% | 2.6% | 0.18% | 0.04% |
| Jul 2026 | 25% | 29.6% | 19.4% | 16.2% | 7.2% | 2.5% | 0.18% | 0% |
| Aug 2026 | 29.4% | 27.8% | 21% | 12.2% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 0.21% | 0% |
| Sep 2026 | 33% | 26.1% | 19.7% | 11.5% | 6.3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 0% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 33% | 8.4K | +19.4% | +3.6 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 26.1% | 6.6K | 0% | -1.7 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 19.7% | 5K | 0% | -1.3 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 11.5% | 2.9K | 0% | -0.7 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 6.3% | 1.6K | 0% | -0.4 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 3.2% | 820 | +30.2% | +0.6 points | |
| 7, held 7th | 0.2% | 50 | 0% | 0 points | |
| 8, held 8th | 0% | 0 | — | 0 points |
1.
Ryobi33%
Held 1st. 8.4K estimated branded searches, +19.4% vs prior month. Share +3.6 points.
2.
Stihl26.1%
Held 2nd. 6.6K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -1.7 points.
3.
DeWalt19.7%
Held 3rd. 5K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -1.3 points.
4.
Karcher11.5%
Held 4th. 2.9K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.7 points.
5.
Ozito6.3%
Held 5th. 1.6K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.4 points.
3.2%
Held 6th. 820 estimated branded searches, +30.2% vs prior month. Share +0.6 points.
0.2%
Held 7th. 50 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
0%
Held 8th. 0 estimated branded searches, — vs prior month. Share 0 points.
Compare popularity between Karcher and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Karcher
18 comparisons
- Karcher vs Ryobi
- Karcher vs Stihl
- Karcher vs Ozito
- BISSELL vs Karcher
- DeWalt vs Karcher
- Karcher vs Rug Doctor
- Brabantia vs Karcher
- Honda Power Equipment vs Karcher
- Karcher vs Sabco
- Chemical Guys vs Karcher
- Karcher vs Nilfisk
- Karcher vs Vax
- Autoglym vs Karcher
- Karcher vs Vileda
- Karcher vs Tineco
- Gerni vs Karcher
- Karcher vs Oates
- Bosch vs Karcher
How has branded search demand for Karcher changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Karcher in New Zealand fell from 7.1K to 6.4K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Karcher’s share of searches among power washer brands in New Zealand decreased from 12.5% to 11.5%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Karcher’s share of searches among power washer brands in New Zealand peaked at 16.2% in July 2026 and was lowest at 10% in February 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand power washer brands in September 2026?
6 changes

In September 2026, Ryobi gained share of searches among power washer brands in New Zealand, from 29.4% to 33%.

In September 2026, Honda Power Equipment gained share of searches among power washer brands in New Zealand, from 2.7% to 3.2%.

In September 2026, Stihl lost share of searches among power washer brands in New Zealand, from 27.8% to 26.1%.

In September 2026, DeWalt lost share of searches among power washer brands in New Zealand, from 21% to 19.7%.

In September 2026, Karcher lost share of searches among power washer brands in New Zealand, from 12.2% to 11.5%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Greenworks in New Zealand fell 100% over 12 measured months, from 10 to 0 in September 2026.
How are Karcher’s branded searches counted?
4 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Karcher’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.
- karcher
- karcher pressure washer
- karcher water blaster
- karcher waterblaster
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Where does Karcher compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure washer brands | 3rd of 7 | 22.1% | Show ranking |
| Power washer brands | 4th of 8 | 11.5% | Shown above |
| Carpet cleaner brands | 3rd of 5 | 16.6% | Show ranking |
| Cleaning tool brands | 1st of 5 | 56.8% | Show ranking |
| Foam cannon brands | 1st of 3 | 75.3% | Show ranking |
| Snow foam lance brands | 1st of 3 | 90.6% | Show ranking |

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