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Statistics About The Most Popular Shopping Apps

The most popular shopping apps are consistently ranked based on number of downloads, user reviews, and revenue generated.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we will explore the latest statistics and trends surrounding the most popular shopping apps in the global landscape. From the surge in downloads of key players like Shein and Shopify’s Shop, to the remarkable growth in e-commerce app usage and revenue generation, these statistics shed light on the evolving shopping habits of consumers worldwide. Join us as we delve into the dynamic world of mobile shopping apps and uncover the driving forces behind their widespread popularity.

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"In 2021, the Shein app was the most downloaded shopping app globally."

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"E-commerce apps had a 35% higher conversion rate than mobile websites in 2020."

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"In 2021, Shopify’s mobile app, Shop, was downloaded over 10 million times."

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"The cost-per-install (CPI) for shopping apps increased by 20% in 2020 due to increased competition."

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"Shopee’s app usage increased by 70% in Southeast Asia in 2020."

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"As of 2021, the marketplace app Wish ranked as one of the top five shopping apps in the United States."

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"As of January 2021, eBay’s shopping app ranked third in the United States with 62 million monthly users."

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"In 2021, the top three shopping apps in India were Amazon, Flipkart, and Myntra."

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"By 2020, 60% of urban consumers in China used Alibaba’s Taobao app for online shopping."

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"Mobile shopping apps achieved a retention rate of 20% after 90 days in 2020."

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"In 2021, Pinduoduo was the fastest-growing shopping app in China, with a user base increase of 50% year-on-year."

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"In 2021, the average revenue per user (ARPU) for shopping apps was $75 annually."

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"The average user spent 45 minutes per month on the Amazon app in 2020."

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"In 2020, Amazon was the most popular shopping app in the United States with over 150 million mobile users."

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"In 2020, 67% of consumers globally used mobile shopping apps multiple times a week."

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"As of 2021, 81% of adults in the United States made online purchases through mobile apps."

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"In 2020, Walmart's shopping app surpassed Amazon in terms of downloads, reaching 8.2 million installs in April alone."

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"Mobile shopping app usage grew by 40% in Q2 2020 compared to Q2 2019."

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"Global app downloads for shopping spiked by 25% during Black Friday 2020."

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"In the third quarter of 2020, mobile devices contributed to 54% of global e-commerce sales."

In conclusion, the statistics highlight the increasing dominance and popularity of shopping apps globally. The data indicates a clear shift towards mobile e-commerce platforms, with key players such as Shein, Amazon, and Shopify leading the way in downloads, user engagement, and revenue generation. Evidently, consumers are increasingly turning to shopping apps for their convenience, wide product offerings, and seamless user experience, as reflected in the impressive retention rates and user engagement metrics. The rise of mobile shopping apps is evident in the significant growth in app downloads, user bases, and e-commerce sales through mobile devices, underlining the importance of these platforms in today’s retail landscape.