AI Insights · Timothy · July 2025
Top 5 iOS News Apps in Germany Q2 2025 Performance Overview
Explore the performance trends of the top 5 iOS news apps in Germany during Q2 2025, with insights on downloads, revenue, and active users.
In the second quarter of 2025, the performance of the top news applications on the iOS platform in Germany showcased varied trends in downloads, revenue, and active users. Here’s a detailed analysis of the top five apps based on data from Sensor Tower.
DER SPIEGEL - Nachrichten experienced a steady increase in weekly revenue, peaking at approximately $120.5K in the last week of June. Downloads fluctuated throughout the quarter, reaching a high of 1.7K in early May, while active users remained around 630K to 700K.
BILD News - Live Nachrichten showed a significant spike in revenue mid-April, hitting $120.9K. Their downloads saw an increase in early June, reaching 3.2K, although active users slightly decreased from 322K to 299K by the end of the quarter.
DIE ZEIT – Nachrichten maintained consistent revenue, with a notable rise to $80.5K at the end of June. Downloads gradually decreased, with the lowest point at 1.5K in the final week, while active users hovered around 400K to 420K.
SZ Nachrichten showed stable revenue, peaking at $58.4K at the quarter's end. Download numbers were relatively steady, with a slight peak in early May at 1.1K, and active users fluctuated between 150K to 170K.
Finally, F.A.Z. - Nachrichten experienced a slight increase in revenue, reaching $62.3K at the end of June. Downloads remained consistent, with a small dip mid-quarter, while active users increased from 110K to 127K.
For more detailed insights and data, visit Sensor Tower.
