How popular isNOMATIC?
In September 2026, people searched for NOMATIC by name about 40 times in New Zealand, a 33.3% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 0.03% of all New Zealand backpack brand searches, placing NOMATIC eighth out of eight brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about backpack brands, NOMATIC did not appear in any of the answers.
NOMATIC is the eighth most searched of 8 competitors and not listed in any AI answer.
KathmanduShare of searches 47.7%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
MacpacShare of searches 41.7%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
The North FaceShare of searches 4.7%Mentioned in 1 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 6th
BellroyShare of searches 3.4%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 5th
NOMATICShare of searches 0.03%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
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Top backpack brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, NOMATIC did not appear in any of the five answers.
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.
Kathmandu4 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Macpac4 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Osprey4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Deuter3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Bellroy2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
The North Face1 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Herschel0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
NOMATIC0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about backpack brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which backpack brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best backpack brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best backpack brand in New Zealand for everyday carry?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“travel backpack nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“hiking backpack nz”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 20, 2026.
Which backpack brands compete with NOMATIC?
Share of searches by month for Kathmandu, Macpac, The North Face, Bellroy, NOMATIC. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Kathmandu | Macpac | The North Face | Bellroy | Osprey | Herschel | Deuter | NOMATIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 44.5% | 46.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 0.71% | 0.34% | 0.05% |
| Nov 2025 | 49.1% | 42.2% | 3% | 3.4% | 1.2% | 0.73% | 0.32% | 0.02% |
| Dec 2025 | 46.4% | 46.9% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 0.99% | 0.58% | 0.23% | 0.03% |
| Jan 2026 | 45% | 45.5% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.93% | 0.34% | 0.04% |
| Feb 2026 | 44.6% | 46.5% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.36% | 0.05% |
| Mar 2026 | 44.9% | 46.4% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 0.58% | 0.36% | 0.03% |
| Apr 2026 | 48.9% | 42.8% | 3.9% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 0.39% | 0.28% | 0.04% |
| May 2026 | 44.9% | 45.8% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 0.39% | 0.3% | 0.04% |
| Jun 2026 | 45.6% | 45.4% | 5.1% | 2.3% | 0.91% | 0.4% | 0.17% | 0.03% |
| Jul 2026 | 49.8% | 40.8% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.18% | 0.02% |
| Aug 2026 | 47.7% | 41.1% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 0.55% | 0.28% | 0.03% |
| Sep 2026 | 47.7% | 41.7% | 4.7% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 0.65% | 0.33% | 0.03% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 47.7% | 57.6K | -17.6% | -0.1 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 41.7% | 50.4K | -16.1% | +0.7 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 4.7% | 5.7K | -33.6% | -1.1 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 3.4% | 4.1K | -8.4% | +0.3 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 1.5% | 1.8K | -15.6% | 0 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 0.65% | 780 | -2.5% | +0.1 points | |
| 7, held 7th | 0.33% | 400 | -2.4% | +0.1 points | |
| 8, held 8th | 0.03% | 40 | 0% | 0 points |
47.7%
Held 1st. 57.6K estimated branded searches, -17.6% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
2.
Macpac41.7%
Held 2nd. 50.4K estimated branded searches, -16.1% vs prior month. Share +0.7 points.
4.7%
Held 3rd. 5.7K estimated branded searches, -33.6% vs prior month. Share -1.1 points.
4.
Bellroy3.4%
Held 4th. 4.1K estimated branded searches, -8.4% vs prior month. Share +0.3 points.
5.
Osprey1.5%
Held 5th. 1.8K estimated branded searches, -15.6% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
6.
Herschel0.65%
Held 6th. 780 estimated branded searches, -2.5% vs prior month. Share +0.1 points.
7.
Deuter0.33%
Held 7th. 400 estimated branded searches, -2.4% vs prior month. Share +0.1 points.
8.
NOMATIC0.03%
Held 8th. 40 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
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How has branded search demand for NOMATIC changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for NOMATIC in New Zealand fell from 60 to 40.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, NOMATIC’s share of searches among backpack brands in New Zealand held steady, from 0.05% to 0.03%.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand backpack brands in September 2026?
6 changes

In September 2026, Macpac gained share of searches among backpack brands in New Zealand, from 41.1% to 41.7%.

In September 2026, The North Face lost share of searches among backpack brands in New Zealand, from 5.8% to 4.7%.

Bellroy’s share of searches among backpack brands in New Zealand has gained ground for 3 months in a row, from 2.3% to 3.4% in September 2026.

Osprey’s share of searches among backpack brands in New Zealand has gained ground for 3 months in a row, from 0.91% to 1.5% in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for NOMATIC in New Zealand fell 33.3% over 12 measured months, from 60 to 40 in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Herschel in New Zealand fell 14.3% over 12 measured months, from 910 to 780 in September 2026.
How are NOMATIC’s branded searches counted?
3 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using NOMATIC’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.
- nomatic backpack
- nomatic pack
- nomatic travel backpack
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