Top 5 News Apps Performance in New Zealand Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the top news applications in New Zealand exhibited varied performance metrics across downloads, revenue, and active users. Here's a detailed look at the trends for each app based on Sensor Tower data.

NZ Herald News from NZME Holdings Ltd saw a notable rise in weekly revenue, peaking at around $29.2K in the final week of September. Downloads fluctuated modestly, with a peak of 635 in late July, while active users consistently grew, reaching approximately 64.1K by the end of the quarter.

The Guardian - Live World News managed by Guardian News and Media Limited, experienced a gradual increase in revenue, reaching a high of about $10.6K in late July. Weekly downloads remained relatively stable, with a slight increase to 243 in late July. Active users hovered around 7K to 8K throughout the quarter.

X from X Corp. showed varied revenue trends, peaking at $8K in early August. Downloads surged significantly in early September, hitting 5.2K, while active users saw a steady rise, topping 142.5K by early September.

NYTimes: US and Global News experienced a more subdued quarter. Revenue peaked at $2.6K in early September, with downloads peaking at 316 in the same period. Active users declined throughout the quarter, starting at 6.5K and dropping to about 3.9K by the end of September.

The Economist - News, Podcasts also saw fluctuating revenue, with a high of $2.1K mid-July. Downloads peaked at 157 in late September, while active users remained stable around 1K.

These trends provide a snapshot of the competitive landscape in New Zealand's news applications market during Q3 2025. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower.