Top 5 Sports Apps on iOS in the US: Q3 2025 Performance

In the third quarter of 2025, the top sports apps on iOS in the United States demonstrated varied performance trends across downloads, revenue, and active users, according to Sensor Tower data.

ESPN: Live Sports & Scores from Disney showed a notable increase in weekly revenue, peaking at approximately $2.3M in early September. Downloads surged mid-quarter, reaching a high of 209K in the first week of September. The app also experienced a steady rise in active users, culminating in nearly 15.8M by the end of September.

The NFL app, published by NFL Enterprises LLC, saw a significant jump in revenue starting August, with a high of approximately $4.7M in early September. Downloads peaked at 165K in the same week, while active users peaked at 3.5M in early September, maintaining strong engagement throughout the quarter.

GameChanger from GameChanger Media, Inc. experienced a gradual increase in revenue towards the end of the quarter, reaching about $1.7M in September. Downloads fluctuated, peaking at 59K in early September. The app maintained a steady number of active users, with a peak of 2.4M in mid-September.

MLB showed variability in revenue, with a notable peak of $1.5M in late August. Downloads were relatively stable, with a peak of 49K in late September. Active users saw a resurgence in late September, reaching over 2.8M.

Finally, 18Birdies: Golf GPS Tracker from 18Birdies LLC displayed a consistent revenue trend, peaking at $630K in early July. Downloads showed a downward trend, with a peak of 53K in early August. The app's active users remained stable throughout the quarter.

For more detailed insights and trends, visit Sensor Tower's platform.