Top 5 Virtual Pet Apps on Android in South Africa, Q3 2024

In the third quarter of 2024, the virtual pet app category on Android in South Africa showcased varied performance trends, with each app demonstrating unique patterns in downloads, revenue, and active users.

My Talking Angela from Outfit7 Limited saw a fluctuating trend in weekly downloads, ranging from around 14K to over 21K. The app's weekly revenue varied slightly, peaking at about $42 in late July and again in late August. Active users increased steadily, starting from roughly 206K at the beginning of the quarter and reaching over 234K by the end of September.

My Talking Tom Friends experienced a notable drop in weekly downloads early in the quarter, with numbers falling from over 30K to around 11K, before recovering to about 18K by the end of September. Revenue peaked at approximately $125 in the penultimate week of the quarter. Active user numbers were generally stable, with a slight increase towards the quarter's end, reaching around 241K.

My Talking Tom 2 displayed a consistent increase in weekly revenue, especially in late September, where it climbed to about $65. Downloads showed an upward trend mid-quarter, peaking at nearly 20K by the end of September. The active user base remained relatively stable, with a slight increase towards the end of the quarter, peaking at around 208K.

My Talking Angela 2 showed a steady increase in weekly revenue, reaching approximately $109 by the end of September. Weekly downloads fluctuated, starting at about 20K and ending the quarter at around 14K. Active users saw a gradual rise, reaching over 106K by the end of the quarter.

Finally, My Talking Tom maintained a stable download rate throughout the quarter, with numbers hovering between 11K and 18K. Revenue saw a peak of about $58 in late September. The app’s active users showed a slight upward trend, closing the quarter at approximately 106K.

These insights, derived from Sensor Tower data, highlight the dynamic landscape of virtual pet apps in South Africa. For more detailed analysis and insights, visit Sensor Tower.