AI Insights · Timothy · October 2025
Top 5 iOS News Apps in Oceania: Q3 2025 Performance
Explore the performance trends of the top 5 iOS news apps in Oceania during Q3 2025, with insights into downloads, revenue, and active users.
In the third quarter of 2025, the top iOS news applications in Oceania showcased diverse trends in downloads, revenue, and active users. Here’s a detailed look at their performance based on data from Sensor Tower.
Australian Financial Review saw a steady increase in weekly revenue, peaking at around $52.8K by the end of September. Downloads fluctuated, with a high of approximately 940 in late July. Active users remained relatively stable, averaging around 11K.
The Guardian - Live World News experienced a revenue peak in late July at about $59.2K, followed by a decline. Downloads varied, reaching a high of 913 in July. Active users remained above 55K, with minor fluctuations.
For X, weekly downloads showed significant growth, hitting a peak of 19.3K in early September. Revenue saw a peak in late July at approximately $46.6K, while active users consistently exceeded 1M, showcasing strong engagement.
The Sydney Morning Herald had a revenue peak of approximately $24.4K in early September. Downloads were relatively low, with a peak of 716 in mid-August. Active users hovered around 10K throughout the quarter.
Lastly, NZ Herald News maintained steady revenue, peaking at about $25K in late September. Downloads remained modest, while active users showed an upward trend, increasing from 33K to over 42K by the end of the quarter.
These insights highlight the dynamic nature of news app engagement and financial performance in Oceania. For more detailed analytics and insights, visit Sensor Tower.
