How popular isRinnai?
In September 2026, people searched for Rinnai by name about 3,950 times in New Zealand, a 7.6% increase from the previous year. These searches made up 27.8% of all New Zealand heat pump brand searches, placing Rinnai first out of eight brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about heat pump brands, Rinnai did not appear in any of the answers.
Rinnai is the most searched of 8 competitors and not listed in any AI answer.
RinnaiShare of searches 27.8%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
DaikinShare of searches 25.2%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
MideaShare of searches 17%Mentioned in 1 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 5th
Mitsubishi ElectricShare of searches 9.9%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
FujitsuShare of searches 8.8%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
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Top heat pump brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Rinnai 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.
- Mitsubishi Electric5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Panasonic5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers- Daikin4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
- Fujitsu4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
- Midea1 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
- Rinnai0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Toshiba0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Hitachi0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about heat pump brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which heat pump brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best heat pump brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best heat pump brand in New Zealand for home heating?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“heat pumps nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“heat pump for house”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which heat pump brands compete with Rinnai?
Share of searches by month for Rinnai, Daikin, Midea, Mitsubishi Electric, Fujitsu, Panasonic, Toshiba. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Rinnai | Daikin | Midea | Mitsubishi Electric | Fujitsu | Panasonic | Toshiba | Hitachi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 25.8% | 27.4% | 18.2% | 8.7% | 8.1% | 6.5% | 3.9% | 1.5% |
| Nov 2025 | 18.7% | 25.6% | 23.7% | 9.3% | 9.5% | 7.6% | 3.6% | 2% |
| Dec 2025 | 18.1% | 25.4% | 23.4% | 8.5% | 10.8% | 8% | 4.1% | 1.9% |
| Jan 2026 | 20.2% | 25.7% | 20.7% | 8.9% | 10.5% | 7.7% | 4.1% | 2.2% |
| Feb 2026 | 25.8% | 26.8% | 16.1% | 10.2% | 7.9% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 2.2% |
| Mar 2026 | 24.1% | 26.4% | 16.3% | 11.4% | 8.9% | 7% | 3.5% | 2.4% |
| Apr 2026 | 20.8% | 24.7% | 15.2% | 11.1% | 14.2% | 6.3% | 5.5% | 2.2% |
| May 2026 | 23% | 24.5% | 15.8% | 9.2% | 13.6% | 6.9% | 5% | 2% |
| Jun 2026 | 22.9% | 26.4% | 14.6% | 9.5% | 12.8% | 6.6% | 4.8% | 2.4% |
| Jul 2026 | 21.7% | 23.1% | 16.5% | 11.5% | 13.4% | 7% | 4.2% | 2.6% |
| Aug 2026 | 24.8% | 26.1% | 14.5% | 9.8% | 11.2% | 7.3% | 3.6% | 2.6% |
| Sep 2026 | 27.8% | 25.2% | 17% | 9.9% | 8.8% | 6.3% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, moved from 2nd to 1st | 27.8% | 3.8K | -15.3% | +3 pointsmoved from 2nd to 1st | |
| 2, moved from 1st to 2nd | 25.2% | 3.5K | -26.9% | -0.9 pointsmoved from 1st to 2nd | |
| 3, held 3rd | 17% | 2.3K | -11.4% | +2.5 points | |
| 4, moved from 5th to 4th | 9.9% | 1.4K | -24% | +0.1 pointsmoved from 5th to 4th | |
| 5, moved from 4th to 5th | 8.8% | 1.2K | -40.7% | -2.4 pointsmoved from 4th to 5th | |
| 6, held 6th | 6.3% | 860 | -34.8% | -1 points | |
| 7, held 7th | 3.1% | 430 | -34.8% | -0.5 points | |
| 8, held 8th | 1.9% | 260 | -45.8% | -0.7 points |
1.
Rinnai27.8%
Moved from 2nd to 1st. 3.8K estimated branded searches, -15.3% vs prior month. Share +3 points.
2.
Daikin25.2%
Moved from 1st to 2nd. 3.5K estimated branded searches, -26.9% vs prior month. Share -0.9 points.
3.
Midea17%
Held 3rd. 2.3K estimated branded searches, -11.4% vs prior month. Share +2.5 points.
9.9%
Moved from 5th to 4th. 1.4K estimated branded searches, -24% vs prior month. Share +0.1 points.
5.
Fujitsu8.8%
Moved from 4th to 5th. 1.2K estimated branded searches, -40.7% vs prior month. Share -2.4 points.
6.3%
Held 6th. 860 estimated branded searches, -34.8% vs prior month. Share -1 points.
7.
Toshiba3.1%
Held 7th. 430 estimated branded searches, -34.8% vs prior month. Share -0.5 points.
8.
Hitachi1.9%
Held 8th. 260 estimated branded searches, -45.8% vs prior month. Share -0.7 points.
Compare popularity between Rinnai and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Rinnai
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How has branded search demand for Rinnai changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
4 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Rinnai in New Zealand rose from 3.7K to 4K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Rinnai’s share of searches among heat pump brands in New Zealand increased from 25.8% to 27.8%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Rinnai’s share of searches among heat pump brands in New Zealand peaked at 27.8% in September 2026 and was lowest at 18.1% in December 2025.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Rinnai rose from 2nd to 1st among heat pump brands in New Zealand.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand heat pump brands in September 2026?
6 changes
In September 2026, Rinnai overtook Daikin to become the leader among heat pump brands in New Zealand, with 27.8% of the searches.
In September 2026, Midea gained share of searches among heat pump brands in New Zealand, from 14.5% to 17%.
In September 2026, Fujitsu lost share of searches among heat pump brands in New Zealand, from 11.2% to 8.8%.
In September 2026, Panasonic lost share of searches among heat pump brands in New Zealand, from 7.3% to 6.3%.
In September 2026, Daikin lost share of searches among heat pump brands in New Zealand, from 26.1% to 25.2%.
In September 2026, Hitachi lost share of searches among heat pump brands in New Zealand, from 2.6% to 1.9%.
How are Rinnai’s branded searches counted?
14 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Rinnai’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.
- rinnai
- rinnai air conditioner
- rinnai dehumidifier
- rinnai gas fires
- rinnai gas heater
- rinnai heat pump
- rinnai heater
- rinnai hot water
- rinnai infinity
- rinnai infinity 24
- rinnai infinity 26
- rinnai panel heater
- rinnai tankless boiler
- rinnai water heater
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Where does Rinnai compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heater and dehumidifier brands | 3rd of 5 | 23.1% | Show ranking |
| Heat pump brands | 1st of 8 | 27.8% | Shown above |
| Panel heater brands | 2nd of 6 | 34.8% | Show ranking |
| Hot water system brands | 1st of 5 | 56.8% | Show ranking |
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