How popular isRentokil in search?
In August 2026, there were an estimated 2.3K branded searches for Rentokil in New Zealand which is down 13.1% over the last 11 months. Rentokil holds 96.2% estimated Share of Search among New Zealand dunedin pest control companies and is ranked 1st of 5 competitors for search popularity.
Rentokil96.2%Pest-Gone Services1.3%
The Local Guys Pest Control1.3%
Pest Specialists0.85%
Summit Pest Control0.43%
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Which dunedin pest control companies compete with Rentokil?
Share of Search by month for Rentokil. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of search table
| Month | Rentokil | Pest-Gone Services | The Local Guys Pest Control | Pest Specialists | Summit Pest Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 95.9% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.37% |
| Nov 2025 | 95.9% | 1% | 1.7% | 0.68% | 0.68% |
| Dec 2025 | 96.7% | 0.83% | 1.3% | 0.83% | 0.42% |
| Jan 2026 | 95.9% | 1.4% | 1% | 1% | 0.68% |
| Feb 2026 | 96.8% | 1.1% | 0.72% | 1.1% | 0.36% |
| Mar 2026 | 95.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| Apr 2026 | 96.4% | 1.3% | 0.66% | 0.99% | 0.66% |
| May 2026 | 96% | 1.3% | 1% | 1.3% | 0.34% |
| Jun 2026 | 96.9% | 1% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.35% |
| Jul 2026 | 95.4% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.84% | 0.42% |
| Aug 2026 | 96.2% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.85% | 0.43% |
| Sep 2026 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rank | Brand | Share of Search | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 96.2% | 2.3K | 0% | +0.8 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 1.3% | 30 | -40% | -0.8 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 1.3% | 30 | 0% | 0 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 0.85% | 20 | 0% | 0 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.43% | 10 | 0% | 0 points |
1.
Rentokil96.2%
held 1st · 2.3K estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · +0.8 points
1.3%
held 2nd · 30 estimated branded searches · -40% vs prior month · -0.8 points
held 3rd · 30 estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · 0 points
0.85%
held 4th · 20 estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · 0 points
0.43%
held 5th · 10 estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · 0 points
Compare search popularity between Rentokil and its closest rivals
How has branded search demand for Rentokil changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Rentokil in New Zealand fell from 2.6K to 2.3K.
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, Rentokil’s estimated Share of Search among dunedin pest control companies in New Zealand peaked at 96.9% in June 2026 and was lowest at 95.4% in July 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand dunedin pest control companies in August 2026?
3 changes

In August 2026, Rentokil gained estimated Share of Search among dunedin pest control companies in New Zealand, from 95.4% to 96.2%.
In August 2026, Pest-Gone Services lost estimated Share of Search among dunedin pest control companies in New Zealand, from 2.1% to 1.3%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Pest Specialists in New Zealand fell 33.3% over 11 measured months, from 30 to 20 in August 2026.
Which new plymouth pest control companies compete with Rentokil?
Share of Search by month for Rentokil, Ecomist. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of search table
| Month | Rentokil | Ecomist | PestAway | Bio-Tech Pest Control | Taranaki Property Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 50.2% | 48.6% | 0.58% | 0.58% | 0% |
| Nov 2025 | 40.1% | 58.5% | 0.57% | 0.29% | 0.57% |
| Dec 2025 | 34% | 64.7% | 0.59% | 0.29% | 0.44% |
| Jan 2026 | 35.5% | 62.9% | 0.63% | 0.38% | 0.51% |
| Feb 2026 | 44.5% | 54.4% | 0.66% | 0.16% | 0.33% |
| Mar 2026 | 47.2% | 51.2% | 0.74% | 0.44% | 0.44% |
| Apr 2026 | 54.3% | 43.9% | 0.93% | 0.37% | 0.56% |
| May 2026 | 60.1% | 38.2% | 0.63% | 0.21% | 0.84% |
| Jun 2026 | 66% | 32.1% | 0.95% | 0.24% | 0.71% |
| Jul 2026 | 61.4% | 36.4% | 1.1% | 0.27% | 0.82% |
| Aug 2026 | 56.1% | 42.7% | 0.74% | 0.25% | 0.25% |
| Sep 2026 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rank | Brand | Share of Search | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 56.1% | 2.3K | 0% | -5.3 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 42.7% | 1.7K | +28.4% | +6.3 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 0.74% | 30 | -25% | -0.3 points | |
| 4, moved from 5th to 4th | 0.25% | 10 | 0% | 0 pointsmoved from 5th to 4th | |
| 5, moved from 4th to 5th | 0.25% | 10 | -66.7% | -0.6 pointsmoved from 4th to 5th |
1.
Rentokil56.1%
held 1st · 2.3K estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · -5.3 points
2.
Ecomist42.7%
held 2nd · 1.7K estimated branded searches · +28.4% vs prior month · +6.3 points
3.
PestAway
0.74%
held 3rd · 30 estimated branded searches · -25% vs prior month · -0.3 points
0.25%
moved from 5th to 4th · 10 estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · 0 points
0.25%
moved from 4th to 5th · 10 estimated branded searches · -66.7% vs prior month · -0.6 points
Compare search popularity between Rentokil and its closest rivals
How has branded search demand for Rentokil changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, Rentokil’s estimated Share of Search among new plymouth pest control companies in New Zealand increased from 50.2% to 56.1%.
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, Rentokil’s estimated Share of Search among new plymouth pest control companies in New Zealand peaked at 66% in June 2026 and was lowest at 34% in December 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand new plymouth pest control companies in August 2026?
4 changes

In August 2026, Ecomist gained estimated Share of Search among new plymouth pest control companies in New Zealand, from 36.4% to 42.7%.

In August 2026, Rentokil lost estimated Share of Search among new plymouth pest control companies in New Zealand, from 61.4% to 56.1%.

In August 2026, Taranaki Property Care lost estimated Share of Search among new plymouth pest control companies in New Zealand, from 0.82% to 0.25%.

In August 2026, Bio-Tech Pest Control rose from 5th to 4th among new plymouth pest control companies in New Zealand.
Which palmerston north pest control companies compete with Rentokil?
Share of Search by month for Rentokil. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of search table
| Month | Rentokil | The Local Guys Pest Control | The Pest Man | Pest Control Specialists | Premium Pest Control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 95.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.37% | 0.37% |
| Nov 2025 | 93.4% | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1% | 0.66% |
| Dec 2025 | 94.7% | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 0.41% |
| Jan 2026 | 94.9% | 1% | 2.4% | 0.68% | 1% |
| Feb 2026 | 95.4% | 0.71% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.71% |
| Mar 2026 | 95.3% | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.89% | 0.59% |
| Apr 2026 | 96.1% | 0.66% | 2% | 0.33% | 0.98% |
| May 2026 | 96.3% | 1% | 1.7% | 0.67% | 0.34% |
| Jun 2026 | 96.9% | 1% | 1.4% | 0.35% | 0.35% |
| Jul 2026 | 96.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.43% | 0.43% |
| Aug 2026 | 96.2% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.85% | 0.43% |
| Sep 2026 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rank | Brand | Share of Search | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 96.2% | 2.3K | 0% | -0.4 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 1.3% | 30 | 0% | 0 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 1.3% | 30 | 0% | 0 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 0.85% | 20 | +100% | +0.4 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.43% | 10 | 0% | 0 points |
1.
Rentokil96.2%
held 1st · 2.3K estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · -0.4 points
held 2nd · 30 estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · 0 points
1.3%
held 3rd · 30 estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · 0 points
0.85%
held 4th · 20 estimated branded searches · +100% vs prior month · +0.4 points
0.43%
held 5th · 10 estimated branded searches · 0% vs prior month · 0 points
Compare search popularity between Rentokil and its closest rivals
How has branded search demand for Rentokil changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
1 finding
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, Rentokil’s estimated Share of Search among palmerston north pest control companies in New Zealand peaked at 96.9% in June 2026 and was lowest at 93.4% in November 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand palmerston north pest control companies in August 2026?
3 changes

Estimated monthly branded searches for Pest Control Specialists in New Zealand rose 100% over 11 measured months, from 10 to 20 in August 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for The Pest Man in New Zealand fell 50% over 11 measured months, from 60 to 30 in August 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Rentokil in New Zealand fell 13.1% over 11 measured months, from 2.6K to 2.3K in August 2026.
Which pest control companies compete with Rentokil?
Share of Search by month for Rentokil, Flick. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of search table
| Month | Rentokil | Flick | Jim's Pest Control |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 95.6% | 4% | 0.37% |
| Nov 2025 | 94.3% | 5% | 0.67% |
| Dec 2025 | 92.4% | 6.8% | 0.8% |
| Jan 2026 | 94.6% | 5.4% | 0% |
| Feb 2026 | 95.4% | 3.9% | 0.71% |
| Mar 2026 | 94.1% | 5.6% | 0.29% |
| Apr 2026 | 93.6% | 6.1% | 0.32% |
| May 2026 | 94.1% | 5.6% | 0.33% |
| Jun 2026 | 95.8% | 3.8% | 0.35% |
| Jul 2026 | 95.4% | 3.8% | 0.84% |
| Aug 2026 | 94.6% | 5% | 0.42% |
| Sep 2026 | — | — | — |
| Rank | Brand | Share of Search | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 94.6% | 2.3K | 0% | -0.8 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 5% | 120 | +33.3% | +1.2 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 0.42% | 10 | -50% | -0.4 points |
Compare search popularity between Rentokil and its closest rivals
How has branded search demand for Rentokil changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, Rentokil’s estimated Share of Search among pest control companies in New Zealand decreased from 95.6% to 94.6%.
- Across the 11 months ending August 2026, Rentokil’s estimated Share of Search among pest control companies in New Zealand peaked at 95.8% in June 2026 and was lowest at 92.4% in December 2025.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand pest control companies in August 2026?
2 changes
In August 2026, Flick gained estimated Share of Search among pest control companies in New Zealand, from 3.8% to 5%.

In August 2026, Rentokil lost estimated Share of Search among pest control companies in New Zealand, from 95.4% to 94.6%.
How is Rentokil measured?
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Rentokil’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.
17 branded search terms
- initial rentokil
- my rentokil
- rentokil
- rentokil co nz
- rentokil company
- rentokil dunedin
- rentokil fleas
- rentokil initial company
- rentokil initial ltd
- rentokil near me
- rentokil new plymouth
- rentokil new zealand
- rentokil nz
- rentokil online
- rentokil palmerston north
- rentokil rat bait
- rentokil rats
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