Top 5 Communication Apps Performance in Peru Q1 2022

During the first quarter of 2022, the top 5 communication apps in Peru—WhatsApp Messenger, Messenger, Telegram, Snapchat, and Getcontact—demonstrated diverse performance dynamics. The data, sourced from Sensor Tower, presents intriguing insights into their weekly downloads, revenue, and active users.

WhatsApp Messenger maintained strong weekly downloads, peaking at roughly 118K in the week of January 31 and experiencing a slight dip to 91K during the week of February 21. Revenue for this app hovered around $21 to $30 per week, with active users consistently above 17.6M, showing a steady increase to approximately 18.1M by the end of March.

Messenger saw its weekly downloads fluctuate between 71K and 85K, with a notable increase to 84K in the final week of March. Revenue peaked at $114 in the last week of January but saw a decline thereafter. Active users for Messenger remained relatively stable, starting at 8.3M and gradually decreasing to around 7.9M by the end of the quarter.

Telegram exhibited a varied download trend, with weekly downloads reaching a high of 71K in early January and settling around 56K towards the end of March. Active users for Telegram increased from around 836K to over 905K, indicating a growing user base throughout the quarter.

Snapchat experienced a significant spike in weekly downloads, peaking at 89K in mid-February before stabilizing around 50K in late March. The app's active users showed an upward trend, starting at 2.8M and reaching close to 2.9M by the quarter's end.

Getcontact saw a dramatic increase in downloads in early January, hitting 144K, followed by a decline and subsequent stabilization around 50K in late March. Revenue for Getcontact was recorded at $38 in mid-March, rising to $55 by the end of the month. Active users also saw a notable rise, starting at 96K and increasing to approximately 134K by the end of March.

For more detailed insights into these trends and additional data, visit Sensor Tower.