After 16 weeks of operation, Anthropic’s AI app Claude has finally reached a significant milestone by surpassing $1 million in gross mobile app revenue on both iOS and Android platforms. This achievement is commendable, considering the app’s initial lukewarm reception in the market. However, when compared to its top rival, ChatGPT, Claude still lags behind in terms of overall downloads and revenue in the U.S.
According to recent data from app intelligence firm Appfigures, Claude is currently ranked at No. 95 in the Productivity category by downloads and No. 68 in revenue within the same category. In contrast, ChatGPT holds the top spot in downloads and is ranked at No. 26 for revenue in the U.S. on iOS. This indicates a clear gap between the two competitors in terms of market penetration and user engagement.
Despite its challenges, Claude has managed to establish a presence in key markets around the world. The largest market for Claude in terms of downloads is the U.S., followed by India, Japan, the U.K., and Germany. These top five markets collectively account for over half of Claude’s mobile app installations. Similarly, the U.S. leads in revenue generation for Claude, followed by Japan, Germany, the U.K., and South Korea.
As Claude continues to navigate the competitive landscape of AI-powered mobile apps, it faces a unique set of challenges. With the imminent launch of Apple Intelligence, which will provide Siri users with direct access to ChatGPT, Claude’s market position may face further scrutiny. The app’s ability to differentiate itself and capture new user segments will be crucial for its long-term success in the evolving mobile consumer market.
While Claude has made significant progress in terms of revenue generation and global reach, its ranking and market competitiveness still lag behind leading competitors like ChatGPT. Moving forward, the app will need to focus on enhancing user engagement, expanding its market presence, and staying ahead of emerging trends to secure its position in the competitive landscape of AI-powered mobile apps.