Top 5 Maps and Navigation Apps on Android in the Middle East, Q3 2024

In the third quarter of 2024, the top Maps and Navigation apps on the Android platform in the Middle East showcased diverse trends in downloads and active users, reflecting varying degrees of user engagement and market presence.

Uber - Request a ride from Uber Technologies saw a consistent pattern in weekly downloads, starting the quarter with approximately 27K and ending at around 23.5K. The app maintained a robust user base, with weekly active users fluctuating between 764K to 806K, indicating sustained engagement across the region.

Waze Navigation & Live Traffic experienced a gradual decline in weekly downloads, beginning with 21.9K and closing the quarter at 17.3K. Active user numbers also mirrored this downward trend, moving from 683K to 618K, suggesting a decrease in user retention over the quarter.

Careem – rides, food & more demonstrated a relatively stable download rate, with slight fluctuations, starting at 19K and concluding at 19.3K downloads weekly. Active user metrics hovered around 153K to 169K, indicating a consistent user base throughout the quarter.

Bolt: Request a Ride maintained a steady download rate, ranging from 14.5K to 17.3K. The app's active users showed slight variability, beginning at approximately 60.7K and ending at 59.8K, reflecting a stable yet slightly declining user engagement.

Phone Tracker and GPS Location by Gentii Studio exhibited significant growth in downloads, peaking at 25.2K mid-quarter before settling at 18.7K. Active users showed a positive trend, increasing from 229K to 271K, indicating rising popularity and user engagement.

These insights, derived from Sensor Tower data, provide a comprehensive overview of user preferences and app performance in the Maps and Navigation category for Android users in the Middle East during Q3 2024. For more detailed analysis and insights, visit Sensor Tower's platform.