In Saudi Arabia, the top Android apps often include a mix of global favorites and region-specific applications. As of now, here’s a snapshot of some of the apps that commonly rank highly in Saudi Arabia:
Social Media & Communication
- WhatsApp: Popular for messaging and voice/video calls.
- Instagram: Widely used for sharing photos and stories.
- Snapchat: Very popular for its multimedia messaging and Stories features.
- Telegram: Gaining popularity for its security features and group chats.
- Twitter: Widely used for news and updates.
- LinkedIn: Popular for professional networking.
Entertainment
- YouTube: A go-to app for video content and entertainment.
- Netflix: Popular for streaming movies and TV shows.
- Shahid: A leading Arabic streaming service offering a wide range of TV shows and movies.
- OSN: Offers streaming services for movies and series.
- Spotify: Popular for music streaming.
- Anghami: An Arabic music streaming service with a large library.
Shopping & E-commerce
- Souq (now Amazon.sa): For a wide variety of products.
- Noon: Another major regional e-commerce platform.
- Jarir Bookstore: For books, electronics, and office supplies.
Finance & Banking
- Al Rajhi Bank: A popular app for banking services.
- Saudi National Bank (SNB): Provides various banking services.
- Riyad Bank: Another major banking app.
- Bank Albilad: Provides various banking services.
- Alinma Bank: Offers online banking and financial services.
- Bayanat Al Marasem: For real estate transactions and management.
Utility & Services
- Careem: For ride-hailing and delivery services.
- Uber: Another popular option for ride-hailing.
- STC Pay: For digital payments and money transfers.
- Mada Pay: For secure mobile payments through the Mada network.