Top 5 Social Networking Apps on iOS in the UK: Q2 2025

In the second quarter of 2025, the top social networking apps on iOS in the United Kingdom showed notable trends in downloads, active users, and revenue. Here’s a closer look at the performance of these apps.

Threads from Instagram, Inc. saw downloads peaking at about 117K in early April, with a gradual decline to around 63K by the end of June. The app maintained a strong weekly active user base, fluctuating between 5.1M and 5.5M throughout the quarter.

Telegram Messenger experienced steady weekly revenue, reaching a high of approximately $95K in the last week of June. Downloads remained consistent, averaging around 43K, while active users hovered around 4M, showing slight increases mid-quarter.

Life360: Stay Connected & Safe demonstrated robust revenue growth, peaking at about $172K in early June. Weekly downloads increased from 33K in March to roughly 37K by the end of June, with active users steadily rising to over 2.2M.

WhatsApp Messenger maintained a consistent active user base, peaking at over 27M by the end of the quarter. Downloads showed a significant increase, reaching over 54K in the last week of June.

Facebook from Meta Platforms, Inc. observed stable revenue around $55K in late June. Downloads varied slightly, with a peak of approximately 31K in April, and active users remained steady at around 13.3M.

These trends underscore the dynamic nature of social networking apps in the UK. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower’s comprehensive analysis.