Top 5 iOS News Apps in the US: Q2 2025 Performance Analysis

In the second quarter of 2025, the performance of the leading iOS news apps in the United States showcased intriguing trends across downloads, revenue, and active users. Here's a closer look at the top five applications according to Sensor Tower data.

X from X Corp. saw a stable revenue stream, peaking at around $1.8M in early April. Weekly downloads reached a high of approximately 239K in mid-June. Active users remained consistently above 36M, with a notable peak in early June.

NYTimes: US and Global News experienced a revenue surge in late June, reaching about $1.4M. Downloads fluctuated, with a high of around 26K in late June. The app maintained an active user base of over 5.6M throughout the quarter.

The Wall Street Journal. News reported steady revenue, culminating in nearly $790K by the end of June. Downloads showed a declining trend, while active users hovered around 920K, peaking slightly in mid-June.

Citizen: Protect The World recorded consistent revenue, with a mid-quarter peak of approximately $135K. Downloads surged notably in early June, reaching over 61K. Active users saw a significant increase, peaking at over 2.6M at the end of June.

Bloomberg: Business News Daily had stable revenue trends, peaking at about $127K in late April. Downloads remained low, with a slight rise in early April to 9.2K. Active users gradually decreased, ending the quarter at around 103K.

These performance metrics highlight the dynamic landscape of news apps in the US. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower's platform.