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Top 5 Communication Apps on Android in UAE Q4 2021

In Q4 2021, the top 5 communication apps on Android in the UAE showed varied trends in downloads and active users, with some apps experiencing notable growth.

Top 5 Communication Apps on Android in UAE Q4 2021

During the fourth quarter of 2021, the top 5 communication apps on the Android platform in the United Arab Emirates exhibited diverse performance trends in terms of weekly downloads, revenue, and active users. Here’s a closer look at how each app fared during this period:

WhatsApp Business saw a fluctuation in weekly downloads, beginning at around 23.4K and ending the quarter at approximately 29.2K. The app experienced a peak in downloads during the week of December 13, reaching 35.3K. Active users for the app remained relatively stable, starting the quarter at 906.8K and ending at 1.02M.

Botim - Video and Voice Call had a consistent performance in weekly downloads, with numbers ranging from 19.5K to 32.6K. The app experienced a peak in downloads in the week of October 4. Active users showed an upward trend, starting at 1.17M and peaking at 1.31M in mid-December. Weekly revenue for Botim remained steady, averaging around $500.

Messenger maintained a steady download rate throughout the quarter, fluctuating between 18.3K and 26.7K. Active users for Messenger were stable, with numbers around the 1.8M mark. Revenue remained negligible, with only minor increments observed during the period.

Telegram experienced a significant rise in weekly downloads, peaking at 24.7K in late November. Active users also saw an increase, starting at 1.24M and peaking at 1.38M in early October. The app did not generate any revenue during this quarter.

Snapchat showed a steady increase in weekly downloads, starting at 14.7K and ending the quarter at 21.8K. Active users also saw an upward trend, beginning at 849K and reaching 891.8K by the end of December. Revenue for Snapchat was minimal, with slight increments observed during the weeks of November 8 and December 20.

These insights highlight the varying performance metrics of the top communication apps in the UAE during Q4 2021. For more detailed insights and data, visit Sensor Tower.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: January 2022