Since its May 2023 launch, the ChatGPT mobile app has achieved over $2 billion in global consumer spending across iOS and Android platforms, according to analytics firm Appfigures. This staggering total marks ChatGPT as the dominant player in mobile AI monetization.
On a per-install basis, the app earns $2.91 globally, outpacing its closest competitors—Claude ($2.55), Grok ($0.75), and Copilot ($0.28).
2025: A Breakout Year for Revenue
This year has seen massive momentum:
- From January to July 2025, the app generated $1.35 billion, a 673% year-over-year increase compared to $174 million in the same period of 2024
- The app now brings in roughly $193 million per month, a remarkable leap from just $25 million per month in 2024.
Dominating the Mobile AI Landscape
- ChatGPT’s revenue surpasses the combined lifetime earnings of competitors Claude, Copilot, and Grok by 30 times.
- Grok, its nearest rival, has earned just $25.6 million year-to-date, or 1.9% of ChatGPT’s revenue.
Downloads & Regional Revenue Breakdown
- Total installs: approximately 690 million globally.
- In 2025 alone, 318 million installs—2.8x more than the same period in 2024.
- Monthly downloads now average 45 million, up 180% year-over-year.
- Regional highlights:
- India leads in lifetime installs (13.7%)
- U.S. users, though only 10.3% of installs, account for ~38% of revenue, spending $10 per install on average.
- Germany ranks second for spending, contributing 5.3% of revenue.
Why This Matters
| Area | Key Insight |
|---|---|
| Mobile Monetization | ChatGPT’s mobile app is a major revenue driver for OpenAI. |
| Market Leadership | The revenue-per-install gap highlights ChatGPT’s formidable dominance. |
| Global Engagement | Strong performance across key markets — particularly U.S. and India — reflects broad appeal and high monetization. |
| Competitive Edge | Grok’s late mobile app rollout contributed to its significantly lower earnings. |
Conclusion
ChatGPT’s mobile app has emerged as a powerhouse, crossing the $2 billion revenue milestone and maintaining an impressive $2.91 per install. Fueled by explosive growth in 2025, it remains far ahead of competitors in both downloads and monetization. As mobile demand for AI continues to grow, ChatGPT appears well-positioned to lead the industry for the foreseeable future.
