Top 5 Shopping Apps on Android in South Africa: Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire app saw a notable increase in weekly downloads. Starting at approximately 361K downloads at the beginning of July, it peaked at about 395K by the end of September. The app maintained a high level of user engagement, with weekly active users fluctuating around 9M, experiencing a dip mid-quarter before recovering.

The SHEIN-Shopping Online app demonstrated a steady rise in weekly downloads, beginning the quarter with 86K and closing at 119K. Its active user base remained strong, hovering around 9M throughout the period.

Takealot – Online Shopping App experienced consistent engagement, with weekly downloads ranging from 22K to 35K. Active users showed a slight increase, hitting around 5.5M by the end of September.

The bash app maintained stable weekly downloads, averaging around 26K to 30K. Active users grew from 1.1M to over 1.3M, indicating a positive trend in user retention.

Finally, Amazon Shopping held a steady weekly revenue of $96. Downloads saw a significant spike at the end of the quarter, reaching 38K, while active users increased from 730K to 827K.

These insights, derived from Sensor Tower data, highlight dynamic shifts in app performance, underscoring the competitive landscape of the shopping app market in South Africa. For more detailed analytics, visit Sensor Tower's platform.