Top 5 Android Navigation Apps in South Africa, Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the top navigation and maps applications on the Android platform in South Africa showcased varied performance trends. Let's dive into the specifics of these apps, using data provided by Sensor Tower.

Waze Navigation & Live Traffic maintained a consistent presence with weekly downloads fluctuating between 14.9K and 19K. Notably, active users peaked at approximately 753K by the end of September, indicating a robust user base.

GPS Navigation & Map Direction saw a steady increase in weekly downloads, closing the quarter at around 6K. Active users also demonstrated growth, with numbers rising to about 12.5K by the end of September. Revenue began to surface late in the quarter, reaching $31 in the final week.

Offline Maps, GPS, Speedometer experienced a notable surge in downloads mid-quarter, peaking at approximately 10.5K in mid-September. Active users mirrored this trend, rising to around 15K, highlighting a growing interest in offline navigation solutions.

Satellite View - Maps - Radar showed significant growth in both downloads and revenue. Downloads soared to about 11K by the end of September, while revenue saw a peak at $112. Active users increased steadily, reaching over 22K, showcasing the app's rising popularity.

Easy Rout Map: Navigation Path experienced fluctuations in downloads, with a high of 6.4K at the start of September. Active user numbers peaked at 26.2K, indicating a strong engagement despite the varying download rates.

For more detailed insights and data on these applications, visit Sensor Tower's platform.