AI Insights · Timothy · July 2025
Top 5 Shopping Apps on iOS in South Africa: Q2 2025 Performance
Explore the performance of the top 5 shopping apps on iOS in South Africa during Q2 2025, with insights from Sensor Tower.
In the second quarter of 2025, the shopping app landscape on iOS in South Africa showcased dynamic trends in downloads and active user engagement. Let's take a closer look at the top performers, as reported by Sensor Tower.
Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire saw fluctuating weekly downloads, peaking at 37K in early June. Active users increased from 801K to over 1M by the end of the quarter, indicating strong engagement.
SHEIN - Shopping Online experienced consistent weekly downloads, reaching over 20K in late June. Weekly active users rose steadily, ending the quarter with approximately 1.3M users.
For Pick n Pay asap + SmartShopper, downloads varied, with a notable increase to 17.8K in April. Active users climbed throughout the quarter, finishing at 46K.
bash™ showed a gradual increase in downloads, ending at 11K in late June. Active users reached a peak of 435K in late June, reflecting a growing user base.
Finally, Takealot - Mobile Shopping App maintained a steady download rate, with a high of 10K in late May. Active users remained stable, hovering around 1M throughout the quarter.
These insights are based on data from Sensor Tower, providing a detailed look at the shopping app market in South Africa. For more in-depth analytics, visit Sensor Tower's platform.
