How popular isOliver?
In September 2026, people searched for Oliver by name about 880 times in New Zealand, about the same as the previous year. These searches made up 2.5% of all New Zealand steel toe boot brand searches, placing Oliver fourth out of seven brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about steel toe boot brands, Oliver appeared in four of the five answers and was the second most recommended of the seven.
Oliver is the fourth most searched of 7 competitors and the second most recommended in AI answers.
Dr. MartensShare of searches 55.8%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
TimberlandShare of searches 25.7%Mentioned in 1 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
BlundstoneShare of searches 14.2%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
OliverShare of searches 2.5%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
Steel BlueShare of searches 1.7%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top steel toe boot brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Oliver was mentioned in four out of five: in all three ChatGPT answers and in one of the two Google AI Overviews. Oliver is the second most recommended of the seven.
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.
Steel Blue5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Oliver4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Blundstone3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Timberland1 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Dr. Martens0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
KEEN0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Caterpillar0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about steel toe boot brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which steel toe boot brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best steel toe boot brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best steel toe boot brand in New Zealand for all day comfort?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“steel toe boots nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“best work boots nz”
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 steel toe boot brands compete with Oliver?
Share of searches by month for Dr. Martens, Timberland, Blundstone, Oliver. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Dr. Martens | Timberland | Blundstone | Oliver | Steel Blue | KEEN | Caterpillar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 60.5% | 24.3% | 10.9% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.11% | 0.03% |
| Nov 2025 | 60.8% | 25.6% | 9.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 0.17% | 0.02% |
| Dec 2025 | 61.3% | 26.7% | 9.1% | 1.8% | 0.97% | 0.1% | 0.02% |
| Jan 2026 | 62.3% | 23.5% | 10.5% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.08% | 0.05% |
| Feb 2026 | 60.5% | 22.7% | 12.4% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 0.06% |
| Mar 2026 | 60.1% | 22.5% | 12.4% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 0.08% | 0.08% |
| Apr 2026 | 57.4% | 26.2% | 12.3% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 0.12% | 0.02% |
| May 2026 | 58.2% | 25.7% | 12.1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 0.07% | 0.07% |
| Jun 2026 | 59.8% | 21.5% | 12.4% | 4.7% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Jul 2026 | 52% | 27.7% | 14% | 4.9% | 1.2% | 0.13% | 0.05% |
| Aug 2026 | 52% | 29% | 14.8% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.11% | 0.11% |
| Sep 2026 | 55.8% | 25.7% | 14.2% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.06% | 0.03% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 55.8% | 19.6K | +0.15% | +3.8 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 25.7% | 9K | -17.2% | -3.3 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 14.2% | 5K | -10.4% | -0.6 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 2.5% | 880 | 0% | +0.2 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 1.7% | 590 | 0% | +0.1 points | |
| 6, moved from 7th to 6th | 0.06% | 20 | -50% | 0 pointsmoved from 7th to 6th | |
| 7, moved from 6th to 7th | 0.03% | 10 | -75% | -0.1 pointsmoved from 6th to 7th |
55.8%
Held 1st. 19.6K estimated branded searches, +0.15% vs prior month. Share +3.8 points.
25.7%
Held 2nd. 9K estimated branded searches, -17.2% vs prior month. Share -3.3 points.
14.2%
Held 3rd. 5K estimated branded searches, -10.4% vs prior month. Share -0.6 points.
4.
Oliver2.5%
Held 4th. 880 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.2 points.
1.7%
Held 5th. 590 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.1 points.
6.
KEEN0.06%
Moved from 7th to 6th. 20 estimated branded searches, -50% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
0.03%
Moved from 6th to 7th. 10 estimated branded searches, -75% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
Compare popularity between Oliver and its closest rivals
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4 comparisons
How has branded search demand for Oliver changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Oliver in New Zealand held steady at 880.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Oliver’s share of searches among steel toe boot brands in New Zealand peaked at 4.9% in July 2026 and was lowest at 1.8% in December 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand steel toe boot brands in September 2026?
5 changes

In September 2026, Dr. Martens gained share of searches among steel toe boot brands in New Zealand, from 52% to 55.8%.

In September 2026, Timberland lost share of searches among steel toe boot brands in New Zealand, from 29% to 25.7%.

In September 2026, Blundstone lost share of searches among steel toe boot brands in New Zealand, from 14.8% to 14.2%.

In September 2026, KEEN rose from 7th to 6th among steel toe boot brands in New Zealand.

In September 2026, Caterpillar fell from 6th to 7th among steel toe boot brands in New Zealand.
How are Oliver’s branded searches counted?
1 search term
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Oliver’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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