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Top 5 Navigation and Maps Apps in the US for Q2 2021

Explore the performance trends of the top 5 navigation and maps apps in the US during Q2 2021, including downloads, revenue, and active users.

Top 5 Navigation and Maps Apps in the US for Q2 2021

The second quarter of 2021 saw significant activity in the navigation and maps app category in the United States. Here’s a detailed look at the performance trends of the top 5 apps in this category based on data from Sensor Tower.

Google Maps Go maintained a robust presence with weekly downloads fluctuating between 397K and 531K. The app's active user base showed a steady increase, starting at around 23.1M and peaking at nearly 24.9M by the end of June.

Waze Navigation & Live Traffic also demonstrated strong performance. Weekly downloads increased from 213K in early April to 354K by the end of June. Active users grew consistently, beginning at approximately 10.6M and reaching 12.5M.

Google Earth saw its downloads range from 137K to 191K throughout the quarter. The app's active users showed an upward trend, peaking at around 1.25M in mid-May before stabilizing at just under 1.2M by the end of June.

Google Street View had a more modest performance in terms of downloads, maintaining figures between 25K and 31K. Active users hovered around 36K to 39K, with the highest number recorded in mid-April.

GPS, Maps, Voice Navigation from AppStar Studios experienced steady download numbers ranging from 21K to 27K. The app's weekly revenue varied, peaking at $378 in mid-April, while active users remained stable between 142K and 155K.

These insights highlight the dynamic nature of the navigation and maps app market in the US during Q2 2021. For more detailed insights and data, visit Sensor Tower.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: July 2021