Top Communication Apps in New Zealand: Q3 2025 Performance Insights

In the third quarter of 2025, the performance of the top communication apps in New Zealand showcased varied trends in downloads, revenue, and active users. Here’s a detailed look at the data provided by Sensor Tower.

Messenger from Meta Platforms, Inc. experienced fluctuations in weekly revenue, ending the quarter with approximately $68. Weekly downloads demonstrated growth, peaking at around 10.8K in late September. Active users remained relatively stable, finishing the quarter at about 2.45M.

WhatsApp Messenger saw a steady increase in weekly downloads, reaching a high of approximately 11.9K. The app maintained a strong base of active users, rising to about 2.81M by the end of September.

Discord - Talk, Play, Hang Out generated a consistent revenue stream, peaking at roughly $9.8K in the final week. Downloads picked up towards the end of the quarter, reaching around 6.6K. However, active users saw a slight decline, ending at approximately 250K.

Snapchat from Snap Inc. experienced robust revenue growth, peaking at $44.3K. Weekly downloads showed a gradual increase, with numbers nearing 6K. Active users fluctuated but ended the quarter strong at around 746K.

Telegram exhibited stable revenue patterns, closing the quarter at about $5.5K. Downloads saw a slight increase, reaching approximately 5.3K. Active user numbers showed resilience, with a slight uptick to about 199K by the quarter's end.

These insights into the app performance trends highlight the dynamic nature of the communication app market in New Zealand. For more in-depth analysis and data, visit Sensor Tower.