Powered by Lit Alerts Analytics and available exclusively in the OCHBS newsletter, we are pulling back the curtain on the inaugural Ohio Brand Power Rankings.
To truly understand who dominates the Buckeye State, this ranking moves past simple volume and sales tracking. Instead, it utilizes a sophisticated weighted index blending estimated unit sales, estimated dollar value, shelf share, distribution points, and discount frequencies to evaluate brand visibility and consumer demand.
For our debut May 2026 baseline, we are breaking down the market leaders across all major product categories. Let’s see who is setting the standard in Ohio.
Flower: The Battle for the Canopy
Ohio’s flower market is a fierce battleground between massive multi-state infrastructure and deeply rooted local craft favorites.
Top 5 Leaders: 1. Rythm (GTI) | 2. Riviera Creek | 3. Klutch Cannabis | 4. Butterfly Effect by Grow Ohio | 5. Neighborgoods
The Takeaway: National giant Rythm (GTI) commands the #1 spot, leaning heavily on its deep distribution footprint and consistent shelf presence. However, Ohio’s premium independent cultivators are hot on its heels. Riviera Creek captures #2 with its high-tech aeroponic flower, followed closely by connoisseur-favorites Klutch at #3 and legacy staple Butterfly Effect at #4.
Vapes: Hardware & Innovation Dominate
Top 5 Leaders: 1. CERTIFIED | 2. Rove | 3. &Shine (GTI) | 4. Klutch Cannabis | 5. Buckeye Relief
The Takeaway: CERTIFIED clinches the top spot in vapes, propelled by massive consumer demand for their high-quality oil and innovative hardware offerings. National lifestyle brand Rove secures the #2 position, proving its West Coast flavor profiles translate perfectly to Ohio consumers, while GTI’s value-oriented &Shine locks down the #3 spot.
Pre-Rolls: Convenience is King
The newest category on the block. As the adult-use market matures, the pre-roll segment has exploded due to sheer convenience and the rise of premium infused options.
Top 5 Leaders: 1. Dogwalkers (GTI) | 2. Riviera Creek | 3. Buckeye Relief | 4. Pure Ohio Wellness | 5. Rove
The Takeaway: Dogwalkers (GTI) sits comfortably at #1, leveraging its highly recognizable, travel-friendly packaging and excellent distribution. Ohio staple Buckeye Relief secures a strong #3 finish, while Pure Ohio Wellness leverages excellent value to secure a comfortable #4 spot on the leaderboard.
Edibles: A Taste for Premium Formulations
Ohio’s edible landscape shows that consumers are willing to look past basic treats in favor of sophisticated flavor profiles and specialized cannabinoid blends.
Top 5 Leaders: 1. Grön | 2. incredibles (GTI) | 3. UB Good | 4. CERTIFIED | 5. Smokiez
The Takeaway: Grön rules the kitchen at #1, celebrated for their unique “Sugar-Coated Pearls” and innovative flavor pairings. They beat out long-standing heavyweights like incredibles (GTI) at #2 and the rapidly growing, locally favored lineup from UB Good at #3.
Concentrates: Precision Extraction Rules
The concentrate charts are traditionally dominated by the state’s most technically proficient extractors, where clean execution and terpene preservation mean everything.
Top 5 Leaders: 1. Klutch Cannabis | 2. Riviera Creek | 3. Butterfly Effect by Grow Ohio | 4. Hundred Percent Labs | 5. CERTIFIED
The Takeaway: Klutch Cannabis safely secures the #1 crown for concentrates. Their award-winning solventless live rosins and hydrocarbon extractions enjoy unparalleled demand among Ohio’s most dedicated extract consumers. Riviera Creek takes #2 with its clean ice hash lineup, while independent extractor Hundred Percent Labs makes an impressive statement at #4.
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Keep an Eye on Next Month's Movement!
Because May establishes our official baseline, every brand is currently marked with a “no change” status. However, consumer preferences are shifting rapidly as dispensaries adapt to adult-use demand.
Which brands will leverage their multi-category power to climb the ranks, and which specialized craft growers will shake up the top positions? Be sure to tune into next month’s OCHBS newsletter to see the very first market shifts and momentum updates!
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