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AI Insights · Timothy · January 2026

Top 5 Auto Apps on Android in South Africa: Q4 2025 Performance

Explore the performance trends of the top auto apps on Android in South Africa during Q4 2025, highlighting downloads, revenue, and active users.

Top 5 Auto Apps on Android in South Africa: Q4 2025 Performance

In the fourth quarter of 2025, several auto applications on Android demonstrated notable trends in South Africa, as tracked by Sensor Tower.

K53 Real Tests saw a fluctuating weekly revenue, peaking at around $19 in early October and again in early December. Weekly downloads began strong, averaging around 17K in October, but tapered off significantly to 1.6K by the end of December.

K53 South Africa maintained a steady download rate with a peak of 16.2K in late November. Active users increased steadily, reaching over 120K by mid-December.

WeBuyCars experienced a consistent download rate throughout the quarter, with weekly downloads hovering around 9K. Active users started at approximately 169K, peaking at 189K in early November before a gradual decline to 145K by year-end.

Natis Driving License Bookings saw a notable spike in downloads in late November, reaching 22.2K, while active users increased to nearly 29K during the same period.

Sasol Rewards maintained a stable active user base, peaking at 163K in mid-December. Downloads varied, with a notable increase to 11.3K in mid-December.

These insights provide a snapshot of the dynamic app landscape in South Africa, with more detailed data available from Sensor Tower.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: January 2026