Google Play vs Amazon Appstore

Developers should learn and use Google Play to publish Android apps to a massive global audience, as it is the primary distribution channel for Android applications with over 2 meets developers should use amazon appstore to reach customers on amazon fire tablets, fire tv, and other android devices outside the google ecosystem, especially in markets where amazon has a strong presence. Here's our take.

Google Play

Nice Pick

Developers should learn and use Google Play to publish Android apps to a massive global audience, as it is the primary distribution channel for Android applications with over 2

Pros

• 5 billion active devices
• Related to: android-development, kotlin

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Amazon Appstore

Developers should use Amazon Appstore to reach customers on Amazon Fire tablets, Fire TV, and other Android devices outside the Google ecosystem, especially in markets where Amazon has a strong presence

Pros

• It is particularly valuable for monetizing apps through Amazon's payment systems and leveraging Amazon's user base for increased visibility and sales, such as for e-commerce or media streaming applications
• Related to: android-development, fire-os

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Google Play if: You want 5 billion active devices and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use Amazon Appstore if: You prioritize it is particularly valuable for monetizing apps through amazon's payment systems and leveraging amazon's user base for increased visibility and sales, such as for e-commerce or media streaming applications over what Google Play offers.

The Bottom Line

Google Play wins

Developers should learn and use Google Play to publish Android apps to a massive global audience, as it is the primary distribution channel for Android applications with over 2