China Mobile Application Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2030
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China mobile application market highlights
- The China mobile application market generated a revenue of USD 37,104.3 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 89,620.5 million by 2030.
- The China market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 16.3% from 2025 to 2030.
- In terms of segment, apple store was the largest revenue generating store type in 2024.
- Apple Store is the most lucrative store type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Mobile application market data book summary
| Market revenue in 2024 | USD 37,104.3 million |
| Market revenue in 2030 | USD 89,620.5 million |
| Growth rate | 16.3% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030) |
| Largest segment | Apple store |
| Fastest growing segment | Apple Store |
| Historical data | 2018 - 2023 |
| Base year | 2024 |
| Forecast period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Apple Store, Google Store |
| Key market players worldwide | Alphabet Inc Class A, Apple Inc, Microsoft Corp, Amazon.com Inc, Vivendi SE, Netflix Inc, Ubisoft Entertainment, Xiaomi Corp Class B, Practo, Cult.fit |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, China accounted for 14.6% of the global mobile application market in 2024.
- Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
- In Asia Pacific, China mobile application market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
- India is the fastest growing regional market in Asia Pacific and is projected to reach USD 27,675.5 million by 2030.
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Mobile Application Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cult.fit | View profile | 501-1000 | Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Asia | https://www.cult.fit |
| Practo | View profile | 5001-10000 | Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Asia | https://www.practo.com/ |
| Vivendi SE | View profile | 39200 | 42, Avenue de Friedland, Cedex 08, Paris, France, 75380 | https://www.vivendi.com |
| Netflix Inc | View profile | 13000 | 121 Albright Way, Los Gatos, CA, United States, 95032 | https://www.netflix.com |
| Xiaomi Corp Class B | View profile | 33627 | Anningzhuang Road, Xiaomi Campus, Haidian District, Beijing, China, People's Republic of | https://www.mi.com |
| Ubisoft Entertainment | View profile | 19011 | 2, Avenue Pasteur, Saint-Mande, France, 94160 | https://www.ubisoft.com |
| Alphabet Inc Class A | View profile | 180895 | 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA, United States, 94043 | https://www.abc.xyz |
| Microsoft Corp | View profile | 221000 | One Microsoft Way, Redmond, WA, United States, 98052-6399 | https://www.microsoft.com |
| Apple Inc | View profile | 161000 | One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, CA, United States, 95014 | https://www.apple.com |
| Amazon.com Inc | View profile | 1525000 | 410 Terry Avenue North, Seattle, WA, United States, 98109-5210 | https://www.amazon.com |
China mobile application market outlook
The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to mobile application market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.
Apple store was the largest segment with a revenue share of 80.23% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the China mobile application market based on apple store, google store covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.
China’s mobile application market is the largest in the world, driven by a massive smartphone user base and a highly innovative tech sector. Key drivers include rapid urbanization, high internet penetration, and a consumer preference for mobile-first experiences.
The market is dominated by super apps such as WeChat and Alipay, which offer a multitude of services from messaging to payments and beyond. Opportunities are abundant in sectors such as e-commerce, gaming, and mobile payments, with Chinese consumers leading in mobile transactions.
Significant trends in the market include the integration of AI and machine learning for personalized experiences and the growing importance of 5G technology. Regulatory challenges and censorship are notable hurdles for both local and foreign developers.
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