Top 5 Social Networking Apps on iOS in the US Q4 2021

In the fourth quarter of 2021, the top 5 social networking apps on iOS in the United States demonstrated varied performance in terms of downloads, revenue, and active users. Here’s a closer look at how Facebook, Messenger, WhatsApp Messenger, Discord - Talk, Play, Hang Out, and Telegram Messenger performed during this period.

Facebook

Facebook from Meta Platforms, Inc. saw a steady increase in weekly revenue, peaking at approximately $1.1M in the final weeks of December. Weekly downloads fluctuated, starting at around 579K at the end of September and dipping to 457K in early December before rising again to 553K by the end of the quarter. Active users saw a gradual decline from 120.1M to 117.6M mid-quarter but recovered to 120.8M by the end of December.

Messenger

Messenger, also by Meta Platforms, Inc., experienced a relatively steady download trend, with weekly downloads ranging from 483K at the beginning of the quarter to 451K by the end. Active users remained stable, fluctuating slightly around the 48M mark, ending the quarter with 48.4M active users.

WhatsApp Messenger

WhatsApp Messenger had a consistent download performance throughout the quarter, starting at 362K and maintaining around 311K to 326K weekly downloads. Its active users also showed stability, with minor fluctuations, ending the quarter with approximately 49.4M active users.

Discord - Talk, Play, Hang Out

Discord - Talk, Play, Hang Out from Discord, Inc. showed impressive revenue growth, peaking at $1.6M in the week leading up to Christmas. Weekly downloads were stable, ranging from 253K to 318K, with a notable increase towards the end of December. Active users remained relatively stable, ending the quarter with around 16.7M users.

Telegram Messenger

Telegram Messenger saw a notable increase in downloads in early October, reaching 436K. However, weekly downloads settled between 189K to 236K for the rest of the quarter. Active users saw a slight decline from 4.9M at the start of the quarter to 4.5M by the end.

These insights showcase the dynamic nature of the social networking app market on iOS in the United States. For more detailed insights and data, visit Sensor Tower.