How popular isOPSM?
In October 2026, people searched for OPSM by name about 23,100 times in New Zealand, a 10.6% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 16.5% of all New Zealand Dunedin optometrist searches, placing OPSM second out of seven optometrists. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about Dunedin optometrists, OPSM appeared in three of the four answers and was the fourth most recommended of the seven.
OPSM is the second most searched of 7 competitors and the fourth most recommended in the AI answers we collected.
SpecsaversShare of searches 57.6%Mentioned in 4 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
OPSMShare of searches 16.5%Mentioned in 3 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
Bailey NelsonShare of searches 10.8%Mentioned in 0 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
Bridgman EyecareShare of searches 7.2%Mentioned in 4 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
Stewart Caithness Gray OptometristsShare of searches 3%Mentioned in 1 of 4 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 5th
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Top Dunedin optometrists in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and one Google AI Overview, OPSM was mentioned in three out of four: in two of the three ChatGPT answers and in the Google AI Overview. OPSM is the fourth 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.
Specsavers4 of 4Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 1 Google answers
Bridgman Eyecare4 of 4Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 1 Google answers
OPSM3 of 4Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 1 Google answers
Milburn & Neill Optometrists3 of 4Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
Stewart Caithness Gray Optometrists1 of 4Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
Matthews Eyecare1 of 4Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
Bailey Nelson0 of 4Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 1 Google answers
See every answer about Dunedin optometrists
4 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which optometrist should I go to in Dunedin, New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best optometrists in Dunedin, New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best optometrist in Dunedin, New Zealand for an eye test?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“optometrist dunedin”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Searched Google, AI Overview
“eye test dunedin”
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.
How often do people search for OPSM compared with other New Zealand Dunedin optometrists?
Share of searches by month for Specsavers, OPSM, Bailey Nelson, Bridgman Eyecare, Stewart Caithness Gray Optometrists, Matthews Eyecare, Milburn & Neill Optometrists. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Specsavers | OPSM | Bailey Nelson | Bridgman Eyecare | Stewart Caithness Gray Optometrists | Matthews Eyecare | Milburn & Neill Optometrists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 58.1% | 14.9% | 11% | 8.1% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 2.7% |
| Dec 2025 | 54.6% | 19.5% | 11.1% | 7.5% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Jan 2026 | 58.1% | 15.6% | 13.5% | 6.5% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.5% |
| Feb 2026 | 57.7% | 17.4% | 10.2% | 6.5% | 4% | 1.7% | 2.5% |
| Mar 2026 | 60% | 15.6% | 9.1% | 5.6% | 2.9% | 2% | 4.8% |
| Apr 2026 | 56.6% | 16.4% | 10% | 6.4% | 4% | 2.1% | 4.5% |
| May 2026 | 60% | 15.7% | 10% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
| Jun 2026 | 59.1% | 16.7% | 8.9% | 5.4% | 4.1% | 2.1% | 3.5% |
| Jul 2026 | 62.1% | 13.5% | 9.5% | 6.5% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 3% |
| Aug 2026 | 60.6% | 15.3% | 9.4% | 6.2% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 3.6% |
| Sep 2026 | 56.3% | 17.7% | 11.8% | 6.3% | 3% | 2% | 3% |
| Oct 2026 | 57.6% | 16.5% | 10.8% | 7.2% | 3% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 57.6% | 3K | -0.66% | +1.3 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 16.5% | 870 | -9.4% | -1.2 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 10.8% | 570 | -10.9% | -1 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 7.2% | 380 | +11.8% | +1 points | |
| 5, moved from 6th to 5th | 3% | 160 | 0% | +0.1 pointsmoved from 6th to 5th | |
| 6, moved from 7th to 6th | 2.5% | 130 | +18.2% | +0.4 pointsmoved from 7th to 6th | |
| 7, moved from 5th to 7th | 2.3% | 120 | -25% | -0.7 pointsmoved from 5th to 7th |
57.6%
Held 1st. 3K estimated branded searches, -0.66% vs prior month. Share +1.3 points.
2.
OPSM16.5%
Held 2nd. 870 estimated branded searches, -9.4% vs prior month. Share -1.2 points.
10.8%
Held 3rd. 570 estimated branded searches, -10.9% vs prior month. Share -1 points.
7.2%
Held 4th. 380 estimated branded searches, +11.8% vs prior month. Share +1 points.
Moved from 6th to 5th. 160 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.1 points.
2.5%
Moved from 7th to 6th. 130 estimated branded searches, +18.2% vs prior month. Share +0.4 points.
Moved from 5th to 7th. 120 estimated branded searches, -25% vs prior month. Share -0.7 points.
Compare popularity between OPSM and its closest rivals
Every comparison with OPSM
17 comparisons
- Naylor Palmer vs OPSM
- OPSM vs Specsavers
- OPSM vs Oscar Wylee
- Bridgman Eyecare vs OPSM
- Eyes on Broadway vs OPSM
- OPSM vs Vivian Optometrists
- OPSM vs Stewart Caithness Gray Optometrists
- Judd Opticians vs OPSM
- Matthews Eyecare vs OPSM
- Harrington Eyecare vs OPSM
- Milburn & Neill Optometrists vs OPSM
- OPSM vs Visique Eye Spy
- Bailey Nelson vs OPSM
- Herb Maynard Optometrist vs OPSM
- Bennett + Pearson Optometrists vs OPSM
- Kuske Eyewear vs OPSM
- OPSM vs Pearson + Hooker Optometrists
How has branded search demand for OPSM changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for OPSM in New Zealand fell from 25.8K to 23.1K.
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, OPSM’s share of searches among Dunedin optometrists in New Zealand increased from 14.9% to 16.5%.
- Across the 12 months ending October 2026, OPSM’s share of searches among Dunedin optometrists in New Zealand peaked at 19.5% in December 2025 and was lowest at 13.5% in July 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand Dunedin optometrists in October 2026?
6 changes

In October 2026, Specsavers gained share of searches among Dunedin optometrists in New Zealand, from 56.3% to 57.6%.

In October 2026, Bridgman Eyecare gained share of searches among Dunedin optometrists in New Zealand, from 6.3% to 7.2%.

In October 2026, OPSM lost share of searches among Dunedin optometrists in New Zealand, from 17.7% to 16.5%.

In October 2026, Bailey Nelson lost share of searches among Dunedin optometrists in New Zealand, from 11.8% to 10.8%.

In October 2026, Milburn & Neill Optometrists lost share of searches among Dunedin optometrists in New Zealand, from 3% to 2.3%.

In October 2026, Matthews Eyecare rose from 7th to 6th among Dunedin optometrists in New Zealand.
How are OPSM’s branded searches counted?
19 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using OPSM’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.
- opsm
- opsm cuba street
- opsm dunedin
- opsm eye exam
- opsm lynnmall
- opsm napier
- opsm nelson
- opsm northwest
- opsm optometrist
- opsm plaza
- opsm queen st
- opsm queensgate
- opsm southern cross
- opsm st lukes
- opsm sunglasses
- opsm sylvia park
- opsm the base
- opsm the palms
- opsm westcity
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Where does OPSM compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optometrists | 2nd of 3 | 8.2% | Show ranking |
| Dunedin optometrists | 2nd of 7 | 16.5% | Shown above |
| Palmerston North optometrists | 3rd of 6 | 13.9% | Show ranking |
| Nelson optometrists | 2nd of 5 | 21.4% | Show ranking |
| Napier optometrists | 2nd of 6 | 17.8% | Show ranking |
| New Plymouth optometrists | 2nd of 5 | 16.8% | Show ranking |

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