How popular isSophos Intercept X?
In September 2026, people searched for Sophos Intercept X by name about 10 times in New Zealand, a 50% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 0.15% of all New Zealand endpoint security platform searches, placing Sophos Intercept X ninth out of nine platforms. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about endpoint security platforms, Sophos Intercept X appeared in two of the five answers and was the sixth most recommended of the nine.
Sophos Intercept X is the ninth most searched of 9 competitors and the sixth most recommended in AI answers.
MalwarebytesShare of searches 42.7%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
BitdefenderShare of searches 26.8%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 5th
CrowdStrikeShare of searches 16.6%Mentioned in 5 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
ESETShare of searches 7.8%Mentioned in 1 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 8th
Sophos Intercept XShare of searches 0.15%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 6th
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Top endpoint security platforms in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Sophos Intercept X was mentioned in two out of five: in two of the three ChatGPT answers, but not in either of the two Google AI Overviews. Sophos Intercept X is the sixth most recommended of the nine.
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.
CrowdStrike5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
SentinelOne4 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint4 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Sophos Endpoint4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Bitdefender3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Microsoft Defender for Business2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Sophos Intercept X2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
ESET1 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Malwarebytes0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
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5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which endpoint security platform should I use in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best endpoint security platforms in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best endpoint security platform in New Zealand for a small it team?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“endpoint security platforms”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“best endpoint security”
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 endpoint security platforms compete with Sophos Intercept X?
Share of searches by month for Malwarebytes, Bitdefender, CrowdStrike, ESET, SentinelOne, Sophos Intercept X. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Malwarebytes | Bitdefender | CrowdStrike | ESET | SentinelOne | Microsoft Defender for Endpoint | Microsoft Defender for Business | Sophos Endpoint | Sophos Intercept X |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 38.7% | 28.6% | 13.7% | 13.4% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 0.38% | 0.13% | 0.26% |
| Nov 2025 | 36% | 30.9% | 13.5% | 13.1% | 3.7% | 1.7% | 0.43% | 0.14% | 0.57% |
| Dec 2025 | 46.8% | 26.9% | 9.9% | 11.4% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 0.31% | 0.15% | 0.31% |
| Jan 2026 | 44.8% | 30.1% | 9.1% | 10.8% | 3% | 1.3% | 0.43% | 0.14% | 0.29% |
| Feb 2026 | 41.5% | 27.9% | 13.6% | 10.8% | 3.7% | 1.4% | 0.57% | 0.14% | 0.29% |
| Mar 2026 | 41.1% | 28.9% | 12.6% | 10.9% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 0.82% | 0.12% | 0.23% |
| Apr 2026 | 46.7% | 27.3% | 10.5% | 10% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 0.53% | 0.13% | 0.13% |
| May 2026 | 45.9% | 27.6% | 11.7% | 9.3% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 0.86% | 0.12% | 0.25% |
| Jun 2026 | 48.4% | 26% | 11.2% | 9.1% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 0.48% | 0.12% | 0.12% |
| Jul 2026 | 49.6% | 25.5% | 12.9% | 7.6% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 0.37% | 0.12% | 0.12% |
| Aug 2026 | 48.2% | 26.4% | 12.8% | 6.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 0.53% | 0.13% | 0.13% |
| Sep 2026 | 42.7% | 26.8% | 16.6% | 7.8% | 4% | 1.4% | 0.46% | 0.15% | 0.15% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 42.7% | 2.8K | -23.1% | -5.5 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 26.8% | 1.8K | -11.6% | +0.5 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 16.6% | 1.1K | +12.4% | +3.8 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 7.8% | 510 | -1.9% | +0.9 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 4% | 260 | 0% | +0.5 points | |
| 6, held 6th | 1.4% | 90 | -18.2% | -0.1 points | |
| 7, held 7th | 0.46% | 30 | -25% | -0.1 points | |
| 8, held 8th | 0.15% | 10 | 0% | 0 points | |
| 9, held 9th | 0.15% | 10 | 0% | 0 points |
42.7%
Held 1st. 2.8K estimated branded searches, -23.1% vs prior month. Share -5.5 points.
26.8%
Held 2nd. 1.8K estimated branded searches, -11.6% vs prior month. Share +0.5 points.
16.6%
Held 3rd. 1.1K estimated branded searches, +12.4% vs prior month. Share +3.8 points.
4.
ESET7.8%
Held 4th. 510 estimated branded searches, -1.9% vs prior month. Share +0.9 points.
4%
Held 5th. 260 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.5 points.
Held 6th. 90 estimated branded searches, -18.2% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
Held 7th. 30 estimated branded searches, -25% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
0.15%
Held 8th. 10 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
0.15%
Held 9th. 10 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
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How has branded search demand for Sophos Intercept X changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
2 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Sophos Intercept X in New Zealand fell from 20 to 10.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Sophos Intercept X fell from 8th to 9th among endpoint security platforms in New Zealand.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand endpoint security platforms in September 2026?
6 changes

In September 2026, CrowdStrike gained share of searches among endpoint security platforms in New Zealand, from 12.8% to 16.6%.

In September 2026, ESET gained share of searches among endpoint security platforms in New Zealand, from 6.9% to 7.8%.

In September 2026, SentinelOne gained share of searches among endpoint security platforms in New Zealand, from 3.4% to 4%.

In September 2026, Malwarebytes lost share of searches among endpoint security platforms in New Zealand, from 48.2% to 42.7%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Sophos Intercept X in New Zealand fell 50% over 12 measured months, from 20 to 10 in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Bitdefender in New Zealand fell 21.4% over 12 measured months, from 2.2K to 1.8K in September 2026.
How are Sophos Intercept X’s branded searches counted?
1 search term
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Sophos Intercept X’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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Where does Sophos Intercept X compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endpoint security platforms | 9th of 9 | 0.15% | Shown above |
| Endpoint protection brands | 9th of 9 | 0.16% | Show ranking |

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