Top 5 Music and Podcasts Apps on iOS in Russia, Q1 2025

In the first quarter of 2025, the top music and podcasts apps on iOS in Russia showcased dynamic trends in downloads, revenue, and active users. Here's a closer look at the performance of these leading apps, based on data from Sensor Tower.

VK Music: playlists & podcasts VK Music from V Kontakte OOO experienced a varied performance. Weekly revenue peaked at approximately $99K in late February, while downloads fluctuated, starting at 33.2K and ending at 24.9K. Active users saw a decline, dropping from 1.08M to around 908K throughout the quarter.

Yandex Music, books & podcasts Yandex Music maintained a steady presence. Revenue reached a high of $54.6K in late February. Downloads began at 90.1K and decreased to 58K by the end of March. Active users showed an upward trend, growing from 10.1M to 10.8M over the quarter.

SoundCloud: The Music You Love SoundCloud saw consistent growth. Revenue increased to $7.7K in early March. Downloads rose from 11.1K to 15.3K, while active users increased from 454K to 592K, indicating a growing user base.

Радио Arzamas: курсы, подкасты Радио Arzamas displayed a modest performance. Revenue peaked at $4.2K in mid-March, with downloads varying around the 700 mark. Active users slightly increased from 2.4K to 2.6K by the end of the quarter.

YouTube Music YouTube Music from Google showed stable trends. Revenue reached $3K in March, while downloads saw a decline from 19.6K to 7.2K. Active users remained relatively stable, hovering around 300K.

These insights provide a snapshot of the competitive landscape in Russia’s music and podcasts app market on iOS for Q1 2025. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower.