How popular isNoel Leeming?
In September 2026, people searched for Noel Leeming by name about 275,000 times in New Zealand, a 17.4% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 33.8% of all New Zealand computer retailer searches, placing Noel Leeming first out of seven retailers. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about computer retailers, Noel Leeming appeared in all answers and was the third most recommended of the seven.
Noel Leeming is the most searched of 7 competitors and the third most recommended in AI answers.
Noel LeemingShare of searches 33.8%Mentioned in 3 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
PB TechShare of searches 32.7%Mentioned in 3 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
JB Hi-FiShare of searches 31.6%Mentioned in 3 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
Computer LoungeShare of searches 1.5%Mentioned in 3 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
Extreme PCShare of searches 0.4%Mentioned in 1 of 3 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 5th
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Top computer retailers in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions, Noel Leeming appeared in all three answers. Noel Leeming is the third most recommended of the seven.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
PB Tech1st
Computer Lounge2nd
Noel Leeming3rd
JB Hi-Fi4th
Extreme PC5th
PlayTech6th
Ascent–
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
Noel Leeming3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
PB Tech3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
JB Hi-Fi3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Computer Lounge3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
PlayTech2 of 3Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Extreme PC1 of 3Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Ascent0 of 3Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answers
See every answer about computer retailers
3 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which computer retailer should I shop at in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best computer retailers in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best computer retailer in New Zealand for a new laptop?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“computer stores nz”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Searched Google, AI Overview
“pc store nz”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 19, 2026.
Which computer retailers compete with Noel Leeming?
Share of searches by month for Noel Leeming, PB Tech, JB Hi-Fi. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Noel Leeming | PB Tech | JB Hi-Fi | Computer Lounge | Extreme PC | PlayTech | Ascent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 36% | 34.3% | 27.7% | 1.6% | 0.37% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| Nov 2025 | 35.4% | 35.2% | 27.6% | 1.3% | 0.38% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| Dec 2025 | 38.5% | 30.2% | 29.8% | 1.2% | 0.35% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| Jan 2026 | 36.1% | 34.3% | 27.7% | 1.6% | 0.37% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| Feb 2026 | 36.1% | 34.3% | 27.6% | 1.6% | 0.35% | 0.01% | <0.01% |
| Mar 2026 | 33.4% | 39.1% | 25.6% | 1.5% | 0.36% | 0.01% | <0.01% |
| Apr 2026 | 34.1% | 32.4% | 31.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| May 2026 | 35.8% | 34.5% | 27.3% | 1.9% | 0.48% | 0.01% | <0.01% |
| Jun 2026 | 35.9% | 34.6% | 27.4% | 1.6% | 0.49% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| Jul 2026 | 36% | 34.3% | 27.3% | 1.9% | 0.48% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| Aug 2026 | 35.6% | 34.6% | 27.4% | 2% | 0.49% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| Sep 2026 | 33.8% | 32.7% | 31.6% | 1.5% | 0.4% | <0.01% | <0.01% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 33.8% | 271K | +0.08% | -1.9 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 32.7% | 263K | +0.09% | -1.8 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 31.6% | 253K | +21.9% | +4.2 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 1.5% | 12.1K | -18.2% | -0.4 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.4% | 3.2K | -13.5% | -0.1 points | |
| 6, held 6th | <0.01% | 60 | +100% | 0 points | |
| 7, held 7th | <0.01% | 10 | 0% | 0 points |
33.8%
Held 1st. 271K estimated branded searches, +0.08% vs prior month. Share -1.9 points.
2.
PB Tech32.7%
Held 2nd. 263K estimated branded searches, +0.09% vs prior month. Share -1.8 points.
3.
JB Hi-Fi31.6%
Held 3rd. 253K estimated branded searches, +21.9% vs prior month. Share +4.2 points.
1.5%
Held 4th. 12.1K estimated branded searches, -18.2% vs prior month. Share -0.4 points.
0.4%
Held 5th. 3.2K estimated branded searches, -13.5% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
6.
PlayTech<0.01%
Held 6th. 60 estimated branded searches, +100% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
7.
Ascent<0.01%
Held 7th. 10 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
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How has branded search demand for Noel Leeming changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Noel Leeming in New Zealand fell from 334K to 275K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Noel Leeming’s share of searches among computer retailers in New Zealand decreased from 36% to 33.8%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Noel Leeming’s share of searches among computer retailers in New Zealand peaked at 38.5% in December 2025 and was lowest at 33.4% in March 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand computer retailers in September 2026?
6 changes

In September 2026, JB Hi-Fi gained share of searches among computer retailers in New Zealand, from 27.4% to 31.6%.

In September 2026, Noel Leeming lost share of searches among computer retailers in New Zealand, from 35.6% to 33.8%.

In September 2026, PB Tech lost share of searches among computer retailers in New Zealand, from 34.6% to 32.7%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Ascent in New Zealand fell 66.7% over 12 measured months, from 30 to 10 in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for PlayTech in New Zealand fell 25% over 12 measured months, from 80 to 60 in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Computer Lounge in New Zealand fell 18.2% over 12 measured months, from 14.8K to 12.1K in September 2026.
How are Noel Leeming’s branded searches counted?
18 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Noel Leeming’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.
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Where does Noel Leeming compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| online retailers and marketplaces | 5th of 14 | 6.2% | Show ranking |
| appliance and electronics retailers | 1st of 8 | 28.7% | Show ranking |
| Video game retailers | 2nd of 5 | 28.3% | Show ranking |
| Computer retailers | 1st of 7 | 33.8% | Shown above |
| Storage drive and memory card brands | 1st of 8 | 94.5% | Show ranking |

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