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 4.7% of all New Zealand drill bits brand searches, placing Sutton Tools third out of four brands. When we asked both ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about drill bits brands, Sutton Tools appeared in three of the five answers and was the second most recommended of the four.
Sutton Tools is the third most searched of 4 competitors and the second most recommended in AI answers.
DeWaltShare of searches 59.5%Mentioned in 2 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 4th
MilwaukeeShare of searches 35.2%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 3rd
Sutton ToolsShare of searches 4.7%Mentioned in 3 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 2nd
BoschShare of searches 0.6%Mentioned in 4 of 5 AI answersPlace in AI recommendations 1st
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Top drill 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 four.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Bosch1st
Sutton Tools2nd
Milwaukee3rd
DeWalt4th
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
Bosch4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Milwaukee3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Sutton Tools3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
DeWalt2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about drill bits brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which drill bits brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best drill bits brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best drill bits brand in New Zealand for clean holes?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“wood drill bits”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“drill bit set”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Which drill bits brands compete with Sutton Tools?
Share of searches by month for DeWalt, Milwaukee, Sutton Tools. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | DeWalt | Milwaukee | Sutton Tools | Bosch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 60.6% | 31.8% | 6.9% | 0.58% |
| Nov 2025 | 67.6% | 27.6% | 4.4% | 0.45% |
| Dec 2025 | 62.9% | 31% | 5.7% | 0.44% |
| Jan 2026 | 66.3% | 28% | 5.1% | 0.63% |
| Feb 2026 | 62.5% | 31.1% | 5.6% | 0.72% |
| Mar 2026 | 61.7% | 31.1% | 6.6% | 0.55% |
| Apr 2026 | 63% | 31.7% | 4.8% | 0.45% |
| May 2026 | 57.2% | 35.8% | 6.4% | 0.66% |
| Jun 2026 | 62.2% | 32.7% | 4.6% | 0.47% |
| Jul 2026 | 58.9% | 35.3% | 5.3% | 0.54% |
| Aug 2026 | 54.4% | 40.9% | 4.3% | 0.44% |
| Sep 2026 | 59.5% | 35.2% | 4.7% | 0.6% |
| Rank | Brand | Share of searches | Estimated monthly branded searches | vs prior month | Share change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1, held 1st | 59.5% | 5K | 0% | +5.1 points | |
| 2, held 2nd | 35.2% | 3K | -21.3% | -5.7 points | |
| 3, held 3rd | 4.7% | 390 | 0% | +0.4 points | |
| 4, held 4th | 0.6% | 50 | +25% | +0.2 points |
1.
DeWalt59.5%
Held 1st. 5K estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +5.1 points.
35.2%
Held 2nd. 3K estimated branded searches, -21.3% vs prior month. Share -5.7 points.
4.7%
Held 3rd. 390 estimated branded searches, 0% vs prior month. Share +0.4 points.
4.
Bosch0.6%
Held 4th. 50 estimated branded searches, +25% vs prior month. Share +0.2 points.
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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 drill bits brands in New Zealand decreased from 6.9% to 4.7%.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Sutton Tools’ share of searches among drill bits brands in New Zealand peaked at 6.9% in October 2025 and was lowest at 4.3% in August 2026.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand drill bits brands in September 2026?
4 changes

In September 2026, DeWalt gained share of searches among drill bits brands in New Zealand, from 54.4% to 59.5%.

In September 2026, Milwaukee lost share of searches among drill bits brands in New Zealand, from 40.9% to 35.2%.

Estimated monthly branded searches for Bosch 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% | Show ranking |
| Countersink bit brands | 4th of 5 | 3.4% | Show ranking |
| Drill bits brands | 3rd of 4 | 4.7% | Shown above |
| Tap wrench brands | 2nd of 3 | 41.1% | Show ranking |

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