We here at 42matters have gathered a list of the most popular communication SDKs on the Android app market. This list is based on our analysis of the 1,200+ SDKs integrated into the vast mobile applications inventory of the Google Play Store. The following is a glimpse into the rich mobile application insights generated by 42matters’ technology. This data is also available via our API and Explorer.
The intended purpose of this article is to assist app developers in their search for the perfect communication SDK to leverage in their app, as well as to give SDK developers insight into their biggest competitors and potential customers. The data collected by our technology may also serve as a useful tool for folks researching the wider mobile apps market.
1) OneSignal
Out of all apps that use communication SDKs 77% have OneSignal integrated, covering 28% of app downloads in that sdk segment.
OneSignal is the most widely used push notification provider on the market and the leader in customer engagement. The OneSignal SDK enables mobile push, web push, email, and in-app messages. Furthermore, the OneSignal platform is easy to integrate and will have developers communicating with their users in a flash.
APP SHARE
77%
TOTAL APPS
172k
APPLICATIONS
160.88k
GAMES
11.12k
DOWNLOAD SHARE
28%
TOTAL DOWNLOADS
13.93b
APP DOWNLOADS
8.63b
GAME DOWNLOADS
5.31b
Browse all apps that have OneSignal integrated with our App Market Explorer.
2) Intercom
Out of all apps that use communication SDKs 4% have Intercom integrated, covering 1% of app downloads in that sdk segment.
Intercom is a customer communication platform that allows businesses to chat with customers in-app and on their website. Intercom provides a customizable messaging SDK that helps app builders drive growth. The SDK lets developers build integrations, apps or customized workflows on top of the Intercom platform, that enables access to data from users, leads, conversations, events and more.
APP SHARE
4%
TOTAL APPS
11.08k
APPLICATIONS
11.05k
GAMES
29
DOWNLOAD SHARE
1%
TOTAL DOWNLOADS
938.95m
APP DOWNLOADS
900.47m
GAME DOWNLOADS
38.48m
Browse all apps that have Intercom integrated with our App Market Explorer.
3) Urban Airship
Out of all apps that use communication SDKs 4% have Urban Airship integrated, covering 5% of app downloads in that sdk segment.
Urban Airship enables developers to maximize the moments that matter most to their users. The Urban Airship SDK gives app builders the tools to deliver meaningful, personalized, inspiring messages at every stage of the customer lifecycle, thus nurturing customer lifetime value.
APP SHARE
4%
TOTAL APPS
10.55k
APPLICATIONS
10.42k
GAMES
136
DOWNLOAD SHARE
5%
TOTAL DOWNLOADS
2.77b
APP DOWNLOADS
2.32b
GAME DOWNLOADS
452.94m
Browse all apps that have Urban Airship integrated with our App Market Explorer.
4) Smack
Out of all apps that use communication SDKs 2% have Smack integrated, covering 5% of app downloads in that sdk segment.
Smack is an Open Source XMPP client library for instant messaging and presence. It can be embedded into applications to create anything from a full XMPP client to simple XMPP integrations, such as sending notification messages.
APP SHARE
2%
TOTAL APPS
4.78k
APPLICATIONS
4.71k
GAMES
70
DOWNLOAD SHARE
5%
TOTAL DOWNLOADS
2.68b
APP DOWNLOADS
2.54b
GAME DOWNLOADS
142.53m
Browse all apps that have Smack integrated with our App Market Explorer.
5) Zendesk
Out of all apps that use communication SDKs 1% have Zendesk integrated, covering 8% of app downloads in that sdk segment.
Zendesk is a support SDK that allows to integrate a Help Center quickly into your app. Users can then create or update directly Zendesk support requests.
APP SHARE
1%
TOTAL APPS
3.83k
APPLICATIONS
3.64k
GAMES
191
DOWNLOAD SHARE
8%
TOTAL DOWNLOADS
4.22b
APP DOWNLOADS
3.04b
GAME DOWNLOADS
1.18b
Browse all apps that have Zendesk integrated with our App Market Explorer.
6) JXMPP
Out of all apps that use communication SDKs 1% have JXMPP integrated, covering 2% of app downloads in that sdk segment.
JXMPP is an Open Source library for XMPP. It provides the functionality needed to build an XMPP stack.
APP SHARE
1%
TOTAL APPS
2.84k
APPLICATIONS
2.83k
GAMES
15
DOWNLOAD SHARE
2%
TOTAL DOWNLOADS
1.31b
APP DOWNLOADS
1.31b
GAME DOWNLOADS
2.3m
Browse all apps that have JXMPP integrated with our App Market Explorer.
7) Naver
Out of all apps that use communication SDKs 1% have Naver integrated, covering 3% of app downloads in that sdk segment.
Naver is a South Korean online platform operated by Naver Corporation. It debuted in 1999 as the first web portal in Korea to develop and use its own search engine.
APP SHARE
1%
TOTAL APPS
2.4k
APPLICATIONS
2.01k
GAMES
395
DOWNLOAD SHARE
3%
TOTAL DOWNLOADS
1.92b
APP DOWNLOADS
1.27b
GAME DOWNLOADS
659.23m
Browse all apps that have Naver integrated with our App Market Explorer.
8) Layer
Out of all apps that use communication SDKs <1% have Layer integrated, covering <1% of app downloads in that sdk segment.
Layer offers a full CRM for app developers in order to increase conversion, and improve customer service.
APP SHARE
<1%
TOTAL APPS
998
APPLICATIONS
998
GAMES
0
DOWNLOAD SHARE
<1%
TOTAL DOWNLOADS
15.59m
APP DOWNLOADS
15.59m
GAME DOWNLOADS
0
Browse all apps that have Layer integrated with our App Market Explorer.
Where does the data come from?
We at 42matters scan millions of iOS and Android applications upon their release and as they are updated. We maintain an always up-to-date list of SDKs installed in each application. The download numbers represent estimates. The data collected can be used to compare the distribution of SDKs by category (find the full list of SDKs per category here), and in this way provide a more rigorous understanding of the SDK market share within the broader mobile application landscape. Contact us if you want to learn more.
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