PistonHeads Downloads & RevenuePistonHeads · App Store & Google Play
PistonHeads gets 500+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
PistonHeads by CarGurus is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
Full timeline · 10 events
- 📦PistonHeads updated to version 1.0.40iOSApp improvements
- 📦PistonHeads updated to version 1.0.39iOSAdded a saved search widget showing results from you last saved search on the Home Screen
App improvements - 📦PistonHeads updated to version 1.0.38iOSApp improvements
- 📦PistonHeads version 1.0.38AndroidApp improvements
- 🆕PistonHeads first spotted by AppInsideriOS#41 in Top Free · Lifestyle · United Kingdom
- 🆕PistonHeads first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidUnited Kingdom
- 📦PistonHeads version 1.0.37iOSApp improvements
- 🆕PistonHeads released on the App StoreiOS
- 🆕PistonHeads released on Google PlayAndroid
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Auto & Vehicles FreeApp Store
App details
Google Play
App details
PistonHeads downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 100+ | 10k+ |
| Google Play | 100+ | 100k+ Measured |
| Total | 500+ Confidence | 100k+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
Where PistonHeads'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 | #141 Lifestyle Free | 1 of 30 countries | – | – |
| Google Play | #14 Auto & Vehicles Free | 1 of 23 countries | – | – |
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 | 4.8 ★ | 464 |
| Google Play | 4.7 ★ | 220 1 written reviews |
| Both stores | 4.7 ★ weighted by ratings | 684 |
What users say about PistonHeads
From the 50 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Mixed (48% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for working reliably, and speed. The main complaints are about crashes and bugs, and login and account problems. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Crashes & bugs: “Good app overall but slightly tarnished by frequent crashes when trying to view photos”
- Speed & performance: “Using an S23 Ultra so not a phone performance issue”
Common complaints
- Crashes & bugs: “Nothing but errors and issues”
- Login & account: “An absolute nightmare to log in”
- Features & content: “if I sort by newest, it's does not seem to put the cars in any order, same with most recent, lowest price, pretty much all the options”
About PistonHeads
Search tools made by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts:
Browse auction listings and the classifieds by engine size, cylinder count, drivetrains and even 0-62mph times to narrow searches down to cars that tick all the right boxes.
Never miss out on your dream car:
Waiting for the right car to appear? Get instant saved search notifications as soon as a new listing goes live, and be the first to know when you’ve been outbid on an auction so you don’t miss the opportunity to seal the deal on your next purchase.
More than one way to sell your car:
List your car on the classifieds, apply to sell by auction or get an instant quote in just a few simple steps.
Your very own content feed:
Get the latest car news, reviews and events right from the home screen, as well as selected listings based purely on your preferences.
Access to the UK’s largest online car community at your fingertips:
Join millions of car enthusiasts on the PistonHeads forums, whether you’re looking to share updates on your project car or dig through over 25 years worth of real world experience.
Exclusive features and competitions
Download the PistonHeads app now and you’ll be eligible to enter competitions and prize giveaways not available elsewhere.
So whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or just share your love for cars, you can find everything you’re looking for all in one place on the PistonHeads app. Welcome home.
PistonHeads App Store
PistonHeads gets 500+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
PistonHeads is #141 in Lifestyle Free in United Kingdom and charting in 1 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 11 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
25 Sep 2026 Lifestyle FreePistonHeads on the App Store
App details
PistonHeads 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 PistonHeads'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 |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | LifestyleFree | #141 |
Apps near PistonHeads on the chart
Lifestyle Free, around #141.
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.
About PistonHeads
Search tools made by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts:
Browse auction listings and the classifieds by engine size, cylinder count, drivetrains and even 0-62mph times to narrow searches down to cars that tick all the right boxes.
Never miss out on your dream car:
Waiting for the right car to appear? Get instant saved search notifications as soon as a new listing goes live, and be the first to know when you’ve been outbid on an auction so you don’t miss the opportunity to seal the deal on your next purchase.
More than one way to sell your car:
List your car on the classifieds, apply to sell by auction or get an instant quote in just a few simple steps.
Your very own content feed:
Get the latest car news, reviews and events right from the home screen, as well as selected listings based purely on your preferences.
Access to the UK’s largest online car community at your fingertips:
Join millions of car enthusiasts on the PistonHeads forums, whether you’re looking to share updates on your project car or dig through over 25 years worth of real world experience.
Exclusive features and competitions
Download the PistonHeads app now and you’ll be eligible to enter competitions and prize giveaways not available elsewhere.
So whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or just share your love for cars, you can find everything you’re looking for all in one place on the PistonHeads app. Welcome home.
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PistonHeads Android
PistonHeads gets 500+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
PistonHeads is #14 in Auto & Vehicles Free on Google Play in United Kingdom and charting in 1 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 11 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
Auto & Vehicles FreePistonHeads on Google Play
App details
PistonHeads 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 PistonHeads'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 |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Auto & VehiclesFree | #14 |
Apps near PistonHeads on the chart
Auto & Vehicles Free, around #14.
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 PistonHeads
From the 50 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Mixed (48% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for working reliably, and speed. The main complaints are about crashes and bugs, and login and account problems. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Crashes & bugs: “Good app overall but slightly tarnished by frequent crashes when trying to view photos”
- Speed & performance: “Using an S23 Ultra so not a phone performance issue”
Common complaints
- Crashes & bugs: “Nothing but errors and issues”
- Login & account: “An absolute nightmare to log in”
- Features & content: “if I sort by newest, it's does not seem to put the cars in any order, same with most recent, lowest price, pretty much all the options”