Microsoft Teams Climbs to #24 in Germany App Store Charts

Overview

In the latest App Store charts for Germany, the landscape of free apps has seen significant movements as of May 20, 2026. Notably, Microsoft Teams has made a remarkable leap, climbing 28 positions to secure the #24 spot. This trend report will delve into the top climbers, notable drops, and the enduring champions in the overall apps category.

Top Climbers

This week, several apps have shown impressive gains in the Germany App Store. The following are the top climbers:

• Microsoft Teams: #24 (up from #52, +28 positions)
• S-pushTAN: #22 (up from #34, +12 positions)
• Nect Wallet: #13 (up from #21, +8 positions)
• MeinMagenta: Handy & Festnetz: #30 (up from #36, +6 positions)
• BA-Secure: #9 (up from #13, +4 positions)

New Entries

In an otherwise stable week, there were no new entries in the top free apps chart. This indicates a period of consolidation for existing apps as they strive to maintain their positions amidst emerging competition.

Top Performers

The top performers in the Germany App Store continue to dominate the charts, showcasing strong retention and user engagement. The leading apps this week are:

• Claude by Anthropic: #1
• Google Gemini: #2
• Shop: Deine Lieblingsmarken: #3
• ChatGPT: #4
• Strava: Laufen & Radfahren: #5

Notable Drops

Despite some apps climbing, others have experienced notable declines this week. The following apps have dropped in the rankings:

• Lidl Plus: #15 (down from #10, -5 positions)
• EDEKA: #19 (down from #14, -5 positions)
• Threads: #23 (down from #19, -4 positions)
• Kleinanzeigen: Jetzt ohne eBay: #28 (down from #24, -4 positions)

This week’s chart movements highlight the dynamic nature of the Germany App Store. With established apps like BA-Secure maintaining strong positions while others like Lidl Plus struggle to hold ground, the competition remains fierce in the overall apps category.