AI Insights · Timothy · April 2022
Top 5 Travel Apps in South Africa in Q1 2022
A look at the performance of the top 5 travel apps in South Africa during Q1 2022, focusing on weekly downloads and active users.
In the first quarter of 2022, the top 5 travel apps in South Africa showcased varying trends in weekly downloads and active user engagement. Below, we delve into the performance metrics of these apps, based on data from Sensor Tower.
Bolt: Request a Ride saw a significant increase in weekly downloads, peaking at around 75.5K in the week of March 21. Active users also showed a steady rise, reaching approximately 846K by the end of February. Notably, the app maintained a high level of user engagement throughout the quarter.
Uber - Request a ride experienced a gradual increase in weekly downloads, culminating in nearly 33K in the week of March 21. Active users exhibited a consistent upward trend, peaking at about 539K in the same week.
Booking.com: Hotels & Travel displayed a steady growth in weekly downloads, with a peak of approximately 19.4K in mid-March. Active users also increased slightly, reaching around 222K by mid-March.
inDrive. Save on city rides had a notable rise in weekly downloads, peaking at approximately 26.3K in the last week of February. Active users showed a consistent trend, with a peak of around 328K by the end of January.
DiDi Rider: Affordable rides experienced fluctuations in weekly downloads, with a peak of about 32.4K in the last week of December. Active users saw a slight decline, ending the quarter with approximately 204K.
These insights reveal the dynamic nature of the travel app market in South Africa during Q1 2022. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower.
