Top Navigation and Maps Apps on Android in the UK, Q1 2025

In the first quarter of 2025, the top navigation and maps applications on the Android platform in the United Kingdom exhibited varied performance trends. This analysis, based on data from Sensor Tower, provides insights into downloads and user engagement.

Waze Navigation & Live Traffic saw a steady rise in weekly downloads, starting at approximately 13K and peaking at 28K by early March. The app maintained a robust user base, with weekly active users fluctuating around 1.5M, reaching a high of 1.7M in mid-February.

myRAC demonstrated significant growth in downloads, with a notable peak of 29K in late February. Active user numbers began at 74K and climbed to a peak of 100K in early February, before stabilizing around 87K by the end of March.

Google Earth experienced moderate download activity, ranging from 11K to 16K weekly. Its active user count varied, with a notable spike to 304K in mid-January, gradually stabilizing to around 236K by the quarter's end.

what3words: Navigation & Maps maintained consistent download numbers, with a significant jump to 22K in the final week of March. The app's active users showed an upward trend, peaking at 394K in early February and maintaining over 300K throughout the quarter.

Finally, Digital Compass for Android witnessed fluctuating download numbers, peaking at 6.7K in late January. Its revenue peaked at $108 in late February, while active users hovered around 110K, reaching 130K by the end of March.

For more detailed insights and data, visit Sensor Tower's platform.