AI Insights · Timothy · January 2026
Top 5 iOS Navigation Apps in UAE: Q4 2025 Insights
Discover the performance trends of the leading navigation apps on iOS in the UAE during Q4 2025, featuring data on downloads and active users.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, the top navigation and maps applications on iOS in the United Arab Emirates showcased varied performance trends. Here's a detailed look at how these apps fared, based on data from Sensor Tower.
Google Maps consistently led the category with weekly downloads ranging from 17.7K to 23.7K. The app's revenue peaked at $69 in mid-October, while weekly active users demonstrated a gradual increase, closing the quarter at approximately 1.47M.
Waze Navigation & Live Traffic saw a steady rise in downloads, reaching over 11K by the end of December. Its active user base fluctuated, peaking at 381.8K in late November before settling around 370K.
Google Earth experienced a decline in downloads early in the quarter but recovered to about 3.8K weekly by December's end. Active users showed a slight dip, stabilizing around 26K.
2GIS: Offline Map & Navigation maintained a consistent download rate, averaging between 1.5K and 1.9K. The app's active users increased steadily, ending the quarter at 46.4K.
Qibla Compass (Kaaba Locator) displayed a modest yet steady download growth, peaking at 1.5K. Active users increased slightly, closing the quarter near 1.2K.
These insights provide a snapshot of the competitive landscape among navigation apps in the UAE. For more detailed data and analysis, visit Sensor Tower.
