How popular isRussell Hobbs?
In September 2026, people searched for Russell Hobbs by name about 3,810 times in New Zealand, a 16.9% increase from the previous year. These searches made up 24.2% of all New Zealand steam iron brand searches, placing Russell Hobbs second out of five brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about steam iron brands, Russell Hobbs appeared in two of the five answers and was the fourth most recommended of the five.
Russell Hobbs is the second most searched of 5 competitors and the fourth most recommended in AI answers.
PhilipsShare of searches 59.7%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
Russell HobbsShare of searches 24.2%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
TefalShare of searches 15.6%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
BraunShare of searches 0.46%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
BoschShare of searches 0%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
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Top steam iron brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Russell Hobbs was mentioned in two out of five: in one of the three ChatGPT answers and in one of the two Google AI Overviews. Russell Hobbs is the fourth most recommended of the five.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Philips1st
Braun2nd
Tefal3rd
Russell Hobbs4th
Bosch–
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
Philips5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Tefal4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Braun4 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Russell Hobbs2 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Bosch0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about steam iron brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which steam iron brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best steam iron brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best steam iron brand in New Zealand for easy wrinkle removal?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“steam iron nz”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“iron for shirts”
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 steam iron brands compete with Russell Hobbs?
Share of searches by month for Philips, Russell Hobbs, Tefal. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Philips | Russell Hobbs | Tefal | Braun | Bosch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 59.9% | 23% | 16.3% | 0.65% | 0.13% |
| Nov 2025 | 56% | 26.9% | 16.2% | 0.76% | 0.11% |
| Dec 2025 | 60.1% | 24.6% | 14.7% | 0.54% | 0.11% |
| Jan 2026 | 63.1% | 22.4% | 13.8% | 0.59% | 0.12% |
| Feb 2026 | 63.4% | 22.2% | 13.6% | 0.58% | 0.15% |
| Mar 2026 | 59.4% | 22.1% | 18.1% | 0.42% | 0% |
| Apr 2026 | 63.8% | 21.3% | 14.5% | 0.46% | 0% |
| May 2026 | 64.9% | 20.1% | 14.5% | 0.43% | 0.11% |
| Jun 2026 | 64.4% | 19.7% | 15.5% | 0.42% | 0% |
| Jul 2026 | 60.3% | 23.5% | 15.7% | 0.43% | 0.11% |
| Aug 2026 | 59.2% | 22.4% | 17.8% | 0.52% | 0.1% |
| Sep 2026 | 59.7% | 24.2% | 15.6% | 0.46% | 0% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 59.7% | 5.2K | -8.6% | +0.6 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 24.2% | 2.1K | -2.3% | +1.8 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 15.6% | 1.4K | -20.3% | -2.1 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 0.46% | 40 | -20% | -0.1 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0% | 0 | -100% | -0.1 points |
1.
Philips59.7%
Held 1st. 5.2K estimated branded searches, -8.6% vs prior month. Share +0.6 points.
24.2%
Held 2nd. 2.1K estimated branded searches, -2.3% vs prior month. Share +1.8 points.
3.
Tefal15.6%
Held 3rd. 1.4K estimated branded searches, -20.3% vs prior month. Share -2.1 points.
4.
Braun0.46%
Held 4th. 40 estimated branded searches, -20% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
5.
Bosch0%
Held 5th. 0 estimated branded searches, -100% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
Compare popularity between Russell Hobbs and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Russell Hobbs
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How has branded search demand for Russell Hobbs changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Russell Hobbs in New Zealand rose from 3.3K to 3.8K.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Russell Hobbs’ share of searches among steam iron brands in New Zealand increased from 23% to 24.2%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Russell Hobbs’ share of searches among steam iron brands in New Zealand peaked at 26.9% in November 2025 and was lowest at 19.7% in June 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand steam iron brands in September 2026?
5 changes

In September 2026, Russell Hobbs gained share of searches among steam iron brands in New Zealand, from 22.4% to 24.2%.

In September 2026, Philips gained share of searches among steam iron brands in New Zealand, from 59.2% to 59.7%.

In September 2026, Tefal lost share of searches among steam iron brands in New Zealand, from 17.8% to 15.6%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Bosch in New Zealand fell 100% over 12 measured months, from 10 to 0 in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Braun in New Zealand fell 20% over 12 measured months, from 50 to 40 in September 2026.
How are Russell Hobbs’ branded searches counted?
15 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Russell Hobbs’ 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.
- multicooker russell hobbs
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- russell hobbs blender
- russell hobbs chopper
- russell hobbs irons
- russell hobbs jug
- russell hobbs kettle
- russell hobbs mixer
- russell hobbs steam
- russell hobbs toaster
- russellhobbs
- russellhobbs blender
- russellhobbs kettle
- russellhobbs mixer
- russellhobbs toaster
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Where does Russell Hobbs compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small kitchen appliance brands | 9th of 10 | 3.9% | Show ranking |
| Toaster oven brands | 4th of 5 | 5.7% | Show ranking |
| Air fryer brands | 3rd of 7 | 8.3% | Show ranking |
| Chip fryer brands | 3rd of 5 | 8.9% | Show ranking |
| Tea kettle brands | 3rd of 6 | 7.2% | Show ranking |
| Pancake maker brands | 2nd of 4 | 11.8% | Show ranking |
| Crepe maker brands | 3rd of 5 | 9.2% | Show ranking |
| Clothes steamer brands | 2nd of 5 | 18.5% | Show ranking |
| Steam iron brands | 2nd of 5 | 24.2% | Shown above |

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