Apple is set to reveal the winners from its curated selection of developers who are enhancing daily life, simplifying tasks, and redefining exceptional design and user experience. Carson Oliver, head of App Store Worldwide at Apple, stated, “The Apple App Store Awards 2025 finalists showcase our diverse and highly skilled developer community globally. This year’s award nominees include technology apps that foster creativity, enhance productivity, and offer innovative ways to unwind and enjoy.” The 2025 best iOS apps finalists are designed to facilitate everyday activities. BandLab simplifies recording, mixing, and collaborating with friends, making music creation accessible. LADDER optimizes workout experiences with straightforward strength-training plans, removing the uncertainty from workout design.
Tiimo provides organizational tools to help users manage their tasks with greater clarity. The finalists for 2025’s best games on the App Store deliver enjoyable and imaginative gameplay experiences. Capybara Go! features an idle adventure with a beloved internet character. Pokémon TCG Pocket introduces the classic card game to mobile users in a fresh manner. Thronefall combines easy-to-learn mechanics with deep strategic combat. The finalists for the most innovative apps of 2025 showcase some of the most creative and productive applications. Detail transforms the content creation process, allowing for enhanced flexibility and control for various creators. Graintouch offers digital artists a unique set of tools inspired by printmaking.
Among the iPad Game of the Year finalists are DREDGE, noted for its immersive narrative and fluid controls; perpetuity Nikki, which invites players on a journey through Miraland; and Prince of Persia Lost Crown, known for its captivating and polished gameplay.