Top 5 Carpooling and Ridesharing Apps on Android in the Middle East, Q3 2023

In the third quarter of 2023, the performance of the top 5 carpooling and ridesharing apps on the Android platform in the Middle East displayed distinct trends in weekly downloads and active users. This data, sourced from Sensor Tower, provides valuable insights into the region's app usage dynamics.

Uber - Request a ride showed a slight decline in weekly downloads, starting from around 38K in late June and decreasing to approximately 25K by the end of September. Despite this decline, the app maintained a strong presence with weekly active users increasing from roughly 761K to nearly 791K, indicating sustained user engagement.

Careem – rides, food & more experienced a steady rise in weekly downloads, beginning at around 18K and peaking at close to 24K by the end of the quarter. However, the app's weekly active users fluctuated, starting at about 199K and varying between 170K and 196K throughout the period.

Bolt: Request a Ride witnessed stable weekly downloads, hovering around 14K to 16K. The number of weekly active users saw a minor increase, starting from approximately 64K and ending at around 66K, reflecting consistent user interest.

Uber - Driver: Drive & Deliver had a relatively stable download rate, with figures ranging between 6.6K and 8.9K. The app also saw a gradual rise in weekly active users, from about 21K in late June to nearly 23K by the end of September, showcasing steady driver engagement.

Ego experienced significant fluctuations in weekly downloads, peaking at around 12K in late August before dropping to approximately 6.5K by the end of September. The app's weekly active users also varied, starting at about 54K and reaching up to 80K during the quarter, indicating periods of heightened activity.

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