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Top 5 iOS News Apps in Costa Rica Q3 2025

Explore the performance trends of the top five iOS news apps in Costa Rica during Q3 2025, with insights from Sensor Tower.

Top 5 iOS News Apps in Costa Rica Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the top-performing news applications on iOS in Costa Rica showcased varied trends in downloads, revenue, and active users, according to Sensor Tower. Here’s a closer look at the data.

X from X Corp. experienced fluctuations in weekly revenue, peaking at approximately $980 in late August. Downloads showed a significant increase in early September, reaching around 4.3K, while active users saw a rise from 73.5K to over 95K by mid-September.

La Nación Costa Rica, published by Grupo Nación GN, S.A., saw modest revenue peaks in late July and September, with figures reaching $414 and $298, respectively. Weekly downloads remained relatively stable, with the highest number recorded at 162 in early July.

The Economist - News, Podcasts showed a sharp revenue increase in mid-September, peaking at $522. However, downloads remained low throughout the quarter, with a slight peak of 29 in early September. Active user numbers stayed consistent, hovering around the low 80s.

NYTimes: US and Global News from The New York Times Company had a notable revenue peak of $402 in early September. Downloads varied, with a high of 88 in the same period. Active users gradually increased to 202 by the beginning of September.

Finally, Bloomberg: Business News Daily saw its revenue fluctuate, with a peak of $296 in early August. Downloads remained low, with the highest figure being 20 in late September. Active users showed a small increase, reaching 22 near the end of the quarter.

These insights reflect the diverse performance of news apps in Costa Rica, with each app exhibiting unique trends in key metrics. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: October 2025