How popular isSutton Tools?
In September 2026, people searched for Sutton Tools by name about 390 times in New Zealand, an 18.8% decrease from the previous year. These searches made up 2.2% of all New Zealand die grinder bits brand searches, placing Sutton Tools fourth out of five brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about die grinder bits brands, Sutton Tools appeared in three of the five answers and was the second most recommended of the five.
Sutton Tools is the fourth most searched of 5 competitors and the second most recommended in AI answers.
MakitaShare of searches 50.4%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
DeWaltShare of searches 30.9%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
MilwaukeeShare of searches 16.3%Mentioned in 0 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations –
Sutton ToolsShare of searches 2.2%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
PFERDShare of searches 0.28%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top die grinder bits brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Sutton Tools was mentioned in three out of five: in two of the three ChatGPT answers and in one of the two Google AI Overviews. Sutton Tools is the second most recommended of the five.
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.
Sutton Tools3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
PFERD3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Makita0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
DeWalt0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Milwaukee0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about die grinder bits brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which die grinder bit brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best die grinder bit brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best die grinder bit brand in New Zealand for metal grinding?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“die grinder bits”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“metal grinding bits”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which die grinder bits brands compete with Sutton Tools?
Share of searches by month for Makita, DeWalt, Milwaukee, Sutton Tools. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Makita | DeWalt | Milwaukee | Sutton Tools | PFERD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 50.3% | 31.7% | 14.6% | 3.2% | 0.26% |
| Nov 2025 | 44.7% | 38.1% | 14.4% | 2.3% | 0.41% |
| Dec 2025 | 51.1% | 31.7% | 14.3% | 2.6% | 0.34% |
| Jan 2026 | 52.5% | 32.1% | 12.4% | 2.2% | 0.77% |
| Feb 2026 | 50.5% | 31.8% | 14.5% | 2.6% | 0.47% |
| Mar 2026 | 49.6% | 31.9% | 15% | 3.2% | 0.33% |
| Apr 2026 | 51.5% | 31.5% | 14.5% | 2.2% | 0.28% |
| May 2026 | 48.6% | 30.7% | 17.3% | 3.1% | 0.32% |
| Jun 2026 | 45.9% | 34.8% | 16.8% | 2.4% | 0.24% |
| Jul 2026 | 48.5% | 31.8% | 16.8% | 2.5% | 0.32% |
| Aug 2026 | 43.8% | 32.1% | 21.6% | 2.2% | 0.29% |
| Sep 2026 | 50.4% | 30.9% | 16.3% | 2.2% | 0.28% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 50.4% | 9.1K | +19.7% | +6.6 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 30.9% | 5.6K | 0% | -1.2 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 16.3% | 3K | -21.3% | -5.3 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 2.2% | 390 | 0% | -0.1 points | |
| 5, held 5th | 0.28% | 50 | 0% | 0 points |
1.
Makita50.4%
Held 1st. 9.1K estimated branded searches, +19.7% vs prior month. Share +6.6 points.
2.
DeWalt30.9%
Held 2nd. 5.6K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -1.2 points.
16.3%
Held 3rd. 3K estimated branded searches, -21.3% vs prior month. Share -5.3 points.
2.2%
Held 4th. 390 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share -0.1 points.
5.
PFERD0.28%
Held 5th. 50 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share 0 points.
Compare popularity between Sutton Tools and its closest rivals
Every comparison with Sutton Tools
7 comparisons
How has branded search demand for Sutton Tools changed in New Zealand over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, estimated monthly branded searches for Sutton Tools in New Zealand fell from 480 to 390.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Sutton Tools’ share of searches among die grinder bits brands in New Zealand decreased from 3.2% to 2.2%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Sutton Tools’ share of searches among die grinder bits brands in New Zealand peaked at 3.2% in March 2026 and was lowest at 2.2% in September 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand die grinder bits brands in September 2026?
5 changes

In September 2026, Makita gained share of searches among die grinder bits brands in New Zealand, from 43.8% to 50.4%.

In September 2026, Milwaukee lost share of searches among die grinder bits brands in New Zealand, from 21.6% to 16.3%.

In September 2026, DeWalt lost share of searches among die grinder bits brands in New Zealand, from 32.1% to 30.9%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for PFERD in New Zealand rose 25% over 12 measured months, from 40 to 50 in September 2026.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Sutton Tools in New Zealand fell 18.8% over 12 measured months, from 480 to 390 in September 2026.
How are Sutton Tools’ branded searches counted?
1 search term
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Sutton Tools’ 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 Sutton Tools compete?
| Competitor set | Rank | Share of searches | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Die grinder bits brands | 4th of 5 | 2.2% | Shown above |
| Countersink bit brands | 4th of 5 | 3.4% | Show ranking |
| Drill bits brands | 3rd of 4 | 4.7% | Show ranking |
| Tap wrench brands | 2nd of 3 | 41.1% | Show ranking |

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