Every week, we bring a list of the top five most downloaded apps on Google Play that showcases the trend and user requirements, based on demographics, interest and other factors. We all know that the Google Play Store is of primal importance, when it comes, to the Android ecosystem. This platform is home to millions of apps that can be downloaded on a smartphone with a single tap. Apart from apps, the platform also caters to other media - games, books, movies and TV shows.

While most of the apps listed on Google Play Store are free of cost, some apps would cost you some bucks, serving certain purposes and requirements of the user.  Like every week, a certain set of apps rises at the free apps list on the platform, depending on the download rates by users globally. We dive deep into the most downloaded free apps for this week listed on Google Play Store or Google Play.  WhatsApp Testing ‘Meta AI Voice Chat Mode’, ‘Contact Syncing’ and ‘Filter Chats Through Custom Lists’.

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Meesho:

Topping this week’s list of the most downloaded top free apps in the Google Play Store is Meesho, which is a social commerce platform. Since its debut, Meesho has been revolutionising the e-commerce space with its unique business model. Developed in such a way that it empowers small businesses by providing them with the right tools to promote and sell their products online through social media channels such as Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp Messenger.

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PhonePe:

PhonePe has bagged the second position in this week’s list of most downloaded top free apps on the Google Play Store. It’s amongst the popular Indian digital payment platforms used by several users. This financial app offers a range of features like money transfer, paying bills, mobile recharge, online purchases and much more. The app’s popularity can be attributed to its user-friendly interface, cashback offers, and integration with various financial services making it a preferred choice for digital transactions. UPI Transactions Surge: India Surpasses Global Digital Payment Platforms.

Instagram Lite
Instagram Lite (Photo Credits: Google Play)

 

Instagram Lite:

Instagram Lite grabbed the fifth position in this week’s top free most downloaded app list on Google Play. It’s a lighter version of the regular Instagram app specifically developed for markets with sluggish internet connections or limited mobile data accessibility. Irrespective of being a lite version, it brings the same core features for the users with a smaller app size. Instagram has ensured that this version remains accessible to a broader audience, maintaining the platform’s reach to a wider audience. Meta To Shut Down Spark Studio’s Third-Party AR Effects, Content and Tools From January 14, 2025.

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WhatsApp Messenger:

Another Meta-owned app on the list is WhatsApp Messenger, which sits below Instagram Lite, at the sixth position on the Google Play Store’s top free app this week. Initially launched in 2009 only for iOS, WhatsApp has come a long way pioneering the messaging space with its reliable and end-to-end encryption. The application has been a forerunner, when it comes to, adaptability and innovation as we have seen plenty of new features being rolled out, making the app more relevant and user-friendly.

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Facebook:

Meta-owned Facebook is one of the popular social media networking platforms that finds its place amongst the most downloaded apps on Google Play. Facebook is known for its seamless interface that allows users to connect with their social circle. The platform also enables the users to share content, join groups and participate in events.

From PhonePe to Instagram Lite, all five apps on the Google Play Store's top free app list throw light on the varied needs of users in different categories ranging from finance to social media. These apps have effectively captured the attention of millions, which helps their users stay updated with new trends and innovations.

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