Paramount+ Soars to #2 in US App Store Top Free Apps

Overview

On September 14, 2026, the United States App Store saw significant shifts in the Top Free Apps category. As users continue to explore new entertainment options and streamline their digital experiences, several apps have made remarkable climbs, while others have faced notable declines. This report highlights the key movements and trends in the overall apps category.

Top Climbers

Several apps demonstrated impressive gains in the App Store charts, with standout performances from:

• Paramount+: Climbed to #2 from #100, gaining 98 positions.
• YouTube TV: Jumped to #21 from #96, a rise of 75 positions.
• ReelShort - Stream Drama & TV: Moved up to #10 from #25, gaining 15 positions.
• Temu: Shop Like a Billionaire: Now at #27, climbing up 7 positions.
• Kalshi: Trade Football & more: Risen to #6 from #11, gaining 5 positions.

New Entries

In addition to the climbers, the following app made its debut in the Top Free Apps chart:

• Fubo: Watch Live TV & Sports: Entered the chart at #25.

Top Performers

Maintaining strong positions in the chart are some familiar names:

• ChatGPT: Remains at #1.
• Paramount+: Holds strong at #2.
• Vinted: Pre-loved marketplace: Currently at #3.
• Muse from Meta: At #4.
• Netflix Game Controller: Rounding out the top at #5.

Notable Drops

While some apps thrived, others faced declines:

• Threads: Dropped to #24 from #12, losing 12 positions.
• Claude by Anthropic: Now at #26, down 12 positions.
• WhatsApp Messenger: Fell to #28 from #20, a drop of 8 positions.
• Google: Down to #22 from #16, losing 6 positions.
• TikTok Pro - Events: Dropped to #8 from #4, a loss of 4 positions.

As the iOS apps landscape continues to evolve, developers should keep a close eye on these trends to capitalize on emerging opportunities and understand user preferences in the dynamic App Store charts.