Top 5 Communication Apps on Android in the Middle East, Q4 2024

In the final quarter of 2024, the Middle East witnessed notable trends in the performance of top communication apps on the Android platform. Based on Sensor Tower data, here's a closer look at the key metrics for these popular apps.

WhatsApp Messenger saw a strong increase in weekly downloads, peaking at approximately 274K in the week leading up to December 23. Despite a slight fluctuation in weekly active users, the numbers remained robust, with over 39M users throughout the quarter.

Telegram from Telegram FZ-LLC showed stable weekly revenue, culminating at $59K in the final week of December. Downloads picked up significantly towards the end of the quarter, reaching about 164K in the week of December 23. Active users fluctuated slightly, ending the quarter with around 18.3M.

Snapchat maintained consistent weekly revenue, with a peak of $54K in late November. Downloads surged in mid-December, reaching 239K in the week of December 23. Active users increased to over 10.3M in mid-December before settling around 9.7M by the quarter's end.

Messenger experienced a steady rise in weekly downloads, peaking at 167K in late December. Active users showed a gradual increase, ending the quarter at about 15M, while revenue remained minimal throughout the period.

WhatsApp Business reported a consistent revenue trend, reaching $14K by late December. Downloads saw a marked rise, hitting 193K in the week of December 23. Active users remained stable, averaging around 13.5M.

These trends reflect the dynamic nature of communication app usage in the Middle East, with varying patterns in downloads, active users, and revenue. For more detailed insights into these apps, visit Sensor Tower.