Market share of Android and iOS in smartphone sales in Germany 2012-2024

Android has consistently achieved a much higher market share than iOS in Germany, with around 66 percent in June 2024, compared to around 33.5 percent for iOS. Individually, figures have fluctuated during the observed time period for both OS. 

Android and iOS market leaders in Europe

Android and iOS are the leading mobile OS among European users, though other systems are used as well, such as Blackberry or Windows Phone. Recent figures confirm that a third of smartphone users are very unlikely to change brands once they have found their winner. Typically, a consumer will put in some time and effort researching smartphones before buying one, and once purchased, if satisfied, they will stick with their choice, keeping tabs on the next model. There are various reasons for Android’s current domination of the mobile OS market, the more obvious ones being pricing, app selection, as well as variety and accessibility.

On the phone

The number of smartphone users in Germany has grown explosively during the last ten years. Back in 2009, 6.3 million users were recorded. Fast forward to 2021 and there were 62.6 million. Currently, 97 percent of German households own a smartphone, making it the most owned electronic device in the country. In fact, household smartphone ownership eclipses TVs and laptops, as well as headphones.