Foundry56 vs Martin Wakefield:Which is more popular?
In September 2026, Martin Wakefield had more branded searches than Foundry56 among Timaru accounting firms in New Zealand. Martin Wakefield had about 70 branded searches, while Foundry56 had 40. Martin Wakefield made up 20% of all Timaru accounting firm searches we track, and Foundry56 accounted for 11.4%. When we asked ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about Timaru accounting firms, Martin Wakefield appeared in two of the three answers and Foundry56 in none.
Who do people search for more?
Martin Wakefield, about 75% more searches than Foundry56
Who does AI mention more?
Martin Wakefield, mentioned in 2 of 3 answers, Foundry56 in 0
Who does AI recommend more?
Martin Wakefield, the only one of the two named
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Top Timaru accounting firms in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions, Martin Wakefield was mentioned in two out of three: in two of the three ChatGPT answers. Foundry56 did not appear in any of the three 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.
Solve Chartered Accountants3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers- Ford Simpson Ltd3 of 3Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Martin Wakefield2 of 3Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Sidekick2 of 3Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answers- HC Partners LP2 of 3Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Foundry560 of 3Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answers
KPMG0 of 3Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Lawson Accounting0 of 3Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answers
Tax Link0 of 3Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answers
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3 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which accounting firm should I hire in Timaru, New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best accounting firms in Timaru, New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best accounting firm in Timaru, New Zealand for a small business?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“timaru accountants”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
Searched Google, AI Overview
“timaru accounting firm”
Google showed no AI Overview for this search.
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.
Is Foundry56 or Martin Wakefield more popular in search?
This chart shows how often people search Google for Foundry56 and Martin Wakefield by name. Each line represents a brand's share of searches for all nine Timaru accounting firms we track, month by month, from searches in New Zealand.
Share of searches by month for Martin Wakefield, Foundry56. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Martin Wakefield | Solve Chartered Accountants | Sidekick | Foundry56 | Ford Simpson Ltd | KPMG | Lawson Accounting | Tax Link | HC Partners LP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 19.4% | 11.1% | 19.4% | 16.7% | 13.9% | 5.6% | 8.3% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
| Nov 2025 | 18.9% | 16.2% | 18.9% | 13.5% | 13.5% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 2.7% |
| Dec 2025 | 17.2% | 10.3% | 24.1% | 13.8% | 10.3% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 3.4% |
| Jan 2026 | 10.3% | 17.2% | 17.2% | 17.2% | 10.3% | 10.3% | 6.9% | 6.9% | 3.4% |
| Feb 2026 | 21.2% | 12.1% | 18.2% | 15.2% | 9.1% | 9.1% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 3% |
| Mar 2026 | 17.1% | 19.5% | 22% | 12.2% | 12.2% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 2.4% |
| Apr 2026 | 12.5% | 18.8% | 12.5% | 12.5% | 12.5% | 12.5% | 6.3% | 9.4% | 3.1% |
| May 2026 | 15.2% | 21.2% | 15.2% | 12.1% | 9.1% | 9.1% | 6.1% | 9.1% | 3% |
| Jun 2026 | 25.7% | 17.1% | 14.3% | 11.4% | 8.6% | 8.6% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 2.9% |
| Jul 2026 | 25% | 19.4% | 16.7% | 11.1% | 8.3% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 2.8% |
| Aug 2026 | 17.9% | 20.5% | 17.9% | 12.8% | 7.7% | 7.7% | 5.1% | 7.7% | 2.6% |
| Sep 2026 | 20% | 20% | 17.1% | 11.4% | 8.6% | 8.6% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 2.9% |
How has the Foundry56 and Martin Wakefield comparison changed over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- The lead changed hands 2 times in the 12 months ending September 2026: Foundry56 took it in January 2026, Martin Wakefield took it in February 2026.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Foundry56’s share of searches among Timaru accounting firms in New Zealand moved from 16.7% to 11.4%, and its estimated monthly branded searches moved from 60 to 40.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Martin Wakefield’s share of searches among Timaru accounting firms in New Zealand moved from 19.4% to 20%, and its estimated monthly branded searches held steady at 70.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand Timaru accounting firms in September 2026?
2 changes

In September 2026, Martin Wakefield overtook Solve Chartered Accountants to become the leader among Timaru accounting firms in New Zealand, with 20% of the searches.

In September 2026, Foundry56 lost share of searches among Timaru accounting firms in New Zealand, from 12.8% to 11.4%.
How are branded searches counted?
3 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Foundry56’s and Martin Wakefield’s names. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brands is growing, holding steady, or fading.
Foundry56
2 branded search terms
- foundry 56
- foundry56
Martin Wakefield
1 branded search term
- martin wakefield
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