The Top 100 Most Used AI Apps in 2025
In the fifth edition of the a16z Consumer AI 100, an analysis of the most-used AI-native products reveals a market that is beginning to stabilize after a period of chaotic growth. Key trends identified include the continued dominance of AI companionship and creative tools, the significant market entry of major players like Google and xAI's Grok, the rise of Chinese AI companies on the global stage, and the emergence of a powerful new category: "vibe coding." The data suggests a future of increased verticalization, prosumer tool adoption, and the development of more sophisticated network effects beyond simple data acquisition.
