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a16z Cast

03/26/25

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There is a significant difference between apps that generate high traffic and those that generate revenue, with only 40% overlap between the two lists of top apps.

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The Top 100 GenAI Products, Ranked and Explained

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The Top 100 GenAI Products, Ranked and Explained

03/26/25

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a16z Cast

03/26/25

@ a16z

Apps with smaller user bases tend to generate more revenue per user, indicating that niche applications can be financially successful even with fewer users.

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Jimmy

12/07/20

@ Y Combinator

Highrise has over 5 million downloads and generates over a million dollars in monthly revenue.

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Adora Cheung

08/01/19

@ Y Combinator

While revenue is often the best primary metric, some startups may focus on active users, especially if building a large audience is a prerequisite for monetization.

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Michael Seibel

07/14/23

@ Y Combinator

The initial hype around mobile apps was similar to the current AI hype, but high-quality apps that genuinely improved user retention proved their value.

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Y Combinator Cast

10/09/24

@ Y Combinator

The number one app in the App Store right now is ChatGPT, which reflects current consumer interests and trends.

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Kevin Hale

09/07/19

@ Y Combinator

Industry benchmarks for conversion rates vary: casual download games average about 2%, while freemium SaaS companies range from 1.5% to 5%, with an average around 3%.

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Aaron Epstein

12/16/22

@ Y Combinator

Advertising businesses represent only 3% of the top 100 YC companies, as they require organic virality to succeed, making them less reliable for scaling.

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Anish Acharya

03/26/25

@ a16z

The presence of companion products in the top ranks, especially those catering to NSFW content, highlights their popularity and the traffic they generate.

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a16z Cast

03/26/25

@ a16z

Plant identification apps can generate significant revenue from a small user base, as they cater to a specific audience willing to pay for their utility.