Kiwix Downloads & RevenueKiwix · App Store & Google Play
Kiwix gets 10k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
Kiwix by Wikimedia CH is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
Full timeline · 55 events
- 📊Kiwix: downloads up ×3.0 in a weekAndroidabout 4.9k a day now (our estimate)
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100AndroidTop Free · Education · AE
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryAndroidSaudi Arabia
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 10 in 2 chartsiOSTop Free · Reference · AE · Top Free · Reference · SA
- 📈Kiwix new best rank in the overall chart: #117AndroidTop Free · All Apps · FR
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100AndroidTop Free · Education · IT
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 10iOSTop Free · Reference · DE
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100 in 2 chartsAndroidTop Free · Education · DE · Top Free · Education · NL
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100iOSTop Free · Reference · ID
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 10 in 2 chartsAndroidTop Free · Education · BR · Top Free · Education · CA
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new country in 3 chartsAndroidUnited Arab Emirates · Italy · Sweden
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100 in 3 chartsAndroidTop Free · Education · ES · Top Free · Education · MX · Top Free · Education · SE
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 10iOSTop Free · Reference · CA
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100iOSTop Free · All Apps · FR
- 📈Kiwix new best rank in the overall chart: #59iOSTop Free · All Apps · FR
- ✏️Kiwix added hidden keywords: websitesiOSwords in the App Store's hidden keyword field (found by probing search)
- 📈Kiwix hit #1iOSTop Free · Reference · FR
- ✏️Kiwix: description updatediOS· 14 countries
- ✏️Kiwix: new iPad screenshotsiOS· 14 countries
- ✏️Kiwix: new screenshotsiOS8 screenshots (was 8) · 14 countries
- 📦Kiwix updated to version 3.18.0iOS- Updated Flavor tags and Donation
- Improved free space calculation for downloads
- Search catalog by name OR description
- Improved search in ZIM contents
- Fix immerse reading by reset after navigation
- Localization updates
- Smooth tab switch animation… more - 🚀Kiwix: now shown next to Wiki Search, MiniWikiiOSthe store's “similar apps” for it changed: who it's seen as competing with
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 10iOSTop Free · Reference · BR
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 10AndroidTop Free · Education · FR
- 📊Kiwix: downloads up ×3.1 in a weekiOSabout 2k a day now (our estimate)
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100iOSTop Free · Reference · SA
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryAndroidSpain
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100AndroidTop Free · Education · US
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100 in 2 chartsiOSTop Free · Reference · JP · Top Free · Reference · KR
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryAndroidMexico
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100iOSTop Free · Reference · AE
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryiOSSouth Korea
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100iOSTop Free · Reference · US
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryiOSJapan
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryAndroidNetherlands
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryiOSIndonesia
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryiOSRussia
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100AndroidTop Free · Education · CA
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100iOSTop Free · Reference · AU
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100AndroidTop Free · Education · FR
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryAndroidFrance
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 10iOSTop Free · Reference · FR
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryiOSUnited Arab Emirates
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100iOSTop Free · Reference · IT
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100AndroidTop Free · Education · BR
- 📈Kiwix charting in a new countryAndroidGermany
- 📈Kiwix entered the top 100AndroidTop Free · Education · GB
- 🆕Kiwix first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidUnited Kingdom
- 🆕Kiwix first spotted by AppInsideriOS#60 in Top Free · Reference · Germany
- 📦Kiwix version 3.17.1iOSNo release notes
- 🆕Kiwix released on the App StoreiOS
- 🆕Kiwix released on Google PlayAndroid
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Reference FreeKiwix at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-08. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
Kiwix is a free, non-profit reference app by Wikimedia CH that enables users to download and access educational content offline using advanced compression technology. The app holds strong positions in the Reference Free charts across France (#2), Brazil (#5), and the UAE (#6), indicating significant traction in regions with varying internet connectivity needs.
Similar apps: Wikipedia, Encyclopaedia Britannica, LibreOffice Viewer
App Store
App details
Google Play
App details
Tech stack
Trackers and permissions of build v3.14.1, from the εxodus privacy report (CC BY-SA).
Kiwix downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 100+ | 50k+ |
| Google Play | 10k+ | 1M+ Measured |
| Total | 10k+ Confidence | 1M+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
Where Kiwix's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
| Store | Best rank | Charting in | US Top Free | US Top Grossing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | #2 Reference Free | 12 of 30 countries | #39 | – |
| Google Play | #2 Education Free | 14 of 23 countries | #52 | – |
Full chart lists: App Store · Google Play.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.2 ★ | 432 |
| Google Play | 4.4 ★ | 40k 978 written reviews |
| Both stores | 4.4 ★ weighted by ratings | 41k |
What users say about Kiwix
From the 51 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users highly value the app's ability to provide offline access to vast knowledge resources like Wikipedia without ads. However, significant complaints persist regarding missing dark mode support, unreliable download processes, and poor Chinese language search functionality.
Mixed but leaning positive (71% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for its design, and syncing. The main complaints are about crashes and bugs, and being hard to use.
What people like
- Design: “Simple and effective interface”
- Connection & sync: “Made my workflow so easy without internet”
- Useful: “The most useful app of all time”
- Ease of use: “It’s simple and easy to use”
Common complaints
- Crashes & bugs: “I’d give it at least another star if this one bug was fixed”
- Ease of use: “Please make it easier to view all downloaded libraries with a single tap”
- Design: “Still no dark mode how hard could it be really!”
About Kiwix
Kiwix uses advanced compression technology to store vast amounts of content whilst taking minimal space on your device. Whether you're traveling, have limited internet access, or simply want to save on data costs, Kiwix puts reliable information at your fingertips.
Need help? Our team is available at [email protected] should you need any clarifications or support.
Support us! Kiwix is a non-profit and displays no ads nor collects any data. Feel free to donate here: https://donate.kiwix.org OR use Apple Pay for donations in the app.
Kiwix App Store
Kiwix gets 10k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
Kiwix is #2 in Reference Free in France and charting in 12 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 8 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
24 Sep 2026 Reference FreeKiwix at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-08. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
Kiwix is a free, non-profit reference app by Wikimedia CH that enables users to download and access educational content offline using advanced compression technology. The app holds strong positions in the Reference Free charts across France (#2), Brazil (#5), and the UAE (#6), indicating significant traction in regions with varying internet connectivity needs.
Similar apps: Wikipedia, Encyclopaedia Britannica, LibreOffice Viewer
Kiwix on the App Store
App details
Kiwix downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where Kiwix's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| France | ReferenceFree | #2 |
 Brazil | ReferenceFree | #5 |
| Germany | ReferenceFree | #12 |
 United States | ReferenceFree | #39 |
 Canada | ReferenceFree | #13 |
 United Kingdom | ReferenceFree | #31 |
 United Arab Emirates | ReferenceFree | #6 |
 Saudi Arabia | ReferenceFree | #11 |
 Japan | ReferenceFree | #83 |
 Australia | ReferenceFree | #34 |
| France | All AppsFree | #181 |
 Italy | ReferenceFree | #44 |
 India | ReferenceFree | #168 |
Apps near Kiwix on the chart
Reference Free, around #2.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about Kiwix
From the 51 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Users highly value the app's ability to provide offline access to vast knowledge resources like Wikipedia without ads. However, significant complaints persist regarding missing dark mode support, unreliable download processes, and poor Chinese language search functionality.
Mixed but leaning positive (71% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for its design, and syncing. The main complaints are about crashes and bugs, and being hard to use.
What people like
- Design: “Simple and effective interface”
- Connection & sync: “Made my workflow so easy without internet”
- Useful: “The most useful app of all time”
- Ease of use: “It’s simple and easy to use”
Common complaints
- Crashes & bugs: “I’d give it at least another star if this one bug was fixed”
- Ease of use: “Please make it easier to view all downloaded libraries with a single tap”
- Design: “Still no dark mode how hard could it be really!”
About Kiwix
Kiwix uses advanced compression technology to store vast amounts of content whilst taking minimal space on your device. Whether you're traveling, have limited internet access, or simply want to save on data costs, Kiwix puts reliable information at your fingertips.
Need help? Our team is available at [email protected] should you need any clarifications or support.
Support us! Kiwix is a non-profit and displays no ads nor collects any data. Feel free to donate here: https://donate.kiwix.org OR use Apple Pay for donations in the app.
Latest updates
Store changes
What Kiwix changed on its store page: name, icon, screenshots, price, size, languages, requirements.
More from Wikimedia CH
Kiwix Android
Kiwix gets 10k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
Kiwix is #2 in Education Free on Google Play in France and charting in 14 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 8 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
Education FreeKiwix at a glance
AI summary written from our chart and store data, 2026-11-07. It can be wrong: check the numbers above.
Kiwix is a free, non-profit offline reader that allows users to access and browse compressed educational content like Wikipedia without an internet connection. The app holds strong positions in the French (rank #3) and Canadian (rank #8) Education Free charts, while maintaining moderate visibility in major markets like the US (rank #47) and Germany (rank #43).
Similar apps: Wikipedia, Offline Reader, Encyclopedia Britannica
Kiwix on Google Play
App details
Tech stack
Trackers and permissions of build v3.14.1, from the εxodus privacy report (CC BY-SA).
Kiwix downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Where Kiwix's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Retention · share of new users still active
Time spent · per daily user
How this is calculated
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| France | EducationFree | #2 |
| Canada | EducationFree | #9 |
| Brazil | EducationFree | #9 |
| United States | EducationFree | #52 |
| United Kingdom | EducationFree | #39 |
| Germany | EducationFree | #48 |
| France | All AppsFree | #186 |
| Australia | EducationFree | #62 |
 Spain | EducationFree | #59 |
| Italy | EducationFree | #87 |
 Netherlands | EducationFree | #45 |
 Mexico | EducationFree | #132 |
 Sweden | EducationFree | #57 |
| Saudi Arabia | EducationFree | #132 |
| United Arab Emirates | EducationFree | #93 |
Apps near Kiwix on the chart
Education Free, around #2.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisReview momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
What users say about Kiwix
From the 100 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Users highly value the app for providing extensive offline access to knowledge sources like Wikipedia and Project Gutenberg. However, significant complaints arise regarding poor usability for non-technical users, unstable downloads, and ineffective dark mode implementation.
Mostly positive (77% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for syncing, and being useful. The main complaints are about connection and sync problems. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Connection & sync: “great app for storing information offline”
- Useful: “very useful app for learning 👍👍👍”
- Crashes & bugs: “downloading new libraries seems broken right now”
- Ease of use: “Intuitive and easy to navigate”
Common complaints
- Connection & sync: “Just wanted to download some wiki pages to read offline, was hopeful:/”
About Kiwix
Kiwix uses advanced compression technology to store vast amounts of content whilst taking minimal space on your device. Whether you're travelling, have limited internet access, or simply want to save on data costs, Kiwix puts reliable information at your fingertips.
Need help? Our team is available at [email protected] should you need any clarifications or support.
Support us! Kiwix is a non-profit and displays no ads nor collects any data. Feel free to donate here: https://kiwix.org/en/get-involved/#donate
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