As the May 2017 mobile app trends reveal, technology is making it easier than ever before to shop on the go. Whether it is a new car or a bottle of foundation in just the right shade, apps are becoming the go-to shopping platform for many young consumers.
While big-ticket purchases such as a new car used to be items that consumers exclusively shopped for in person, this is quickly changing due to the plethora of shopping apps now available. One such program is the Carousell Motors app, which makes it easy for consumers to find the exact vehicle they're looking for. AutoGravity is another app that allows consumers to lease a car in just minutes.
Apps have also been instrumental in helping consumers shop for more niche and hard to find items as well. As exemplified by the May 2017 mobile app trends, platforms such as Slapp and the Gap's new Fitting Room app are making shopping for specific items infinitely easier.
Top 70 Mobile App Ideas in May
From Shoppable Foundation-Matching Apps to Detailed Car-Buying Apps:
Katherine Pendrill — May 26, 2017 — Tech
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Social Fitness Apps
WHISTLE Helps Users Connect With Likeminded Workout Partners
69
Selfie GIF Creators
The Giphy Says App Instantly Turns Your Voice and Face into a GIF
68
Virtual Fitting Room Apps
The Gap's New Fitting Room App Saves Consumers Time
67
Anti-Technology Smartphone Apps
The 'Forest' App Plants a Garden That Flourishes Without You
66
Social Feed Shopping Apps
This App Helps Consumers Shop Tommy Hilfiger from the Brand's Instagram
65
Competitve GIF Games
GIFs Against Friends Challenges You to Make the Quickest and Best Reference
64
Immersive Real Estate Platforms
Realtor.com's 3D Virtual Tours Spotlight a Variety of Residences
63
Shoppable Foundation-Matching Apps
The Slapp App Helps Users to Find Their Perfect Shade
62
Bet-Fueled Fitness Apps
The Boost App Gives Users a Financial Incentive for Hitting Health Goals
61
Arabic Emoji Games
The New Wain Waleed Game Functions as an Extension of the Halla Walla App
60
One-Way Car Rental Apps
AAA's Gig Car Share App Doesn't Make You Pay to Park
59
Digital Business Card Apps
'100AM' Helps People Exchange Contact Details Paperlessly
58
Airport Delivery Apps
Airport Sherpa Lets You Order Food and Duty Free Items from Your Phone
57
Unbanked Mobile Credit Cards
The 'boon' App Allows French Consumers to Use Credit Without a Bank
56
Reward-Finding Shopping Apps
'Dosh' Finds Cash Back Shopping Opportunities Automatically
55
Multi-Purpose Smartphone Apps
Google Aero Brings the City to Users Doorsteps
54
Snarky Fitness Trackers
The Walk Against Humanity App Taunts You into Reaching Your Goals
53
Collaborative Social Media Apps
The 'WeClip' Collaboration Platform Involves Everyone
52
Patient-Connecting Apps
Curatio Virtually Connects People with the Same Health Ailments
51
Student Commerce Apps
The 'Zipp' Marketplace App Lets Students Buy and Sell on Campus
50
Impatient Language-Learning Apps
WaitSuite Teaches Users New Languages During Loading Screens
49
Group-Scheduling AI Apps
myAlfred is an Intelligent Butler App That Creates Work-Life Balance
48
Caption-Generating Apps
'Rubric' is a Caption Generator App Powered by AI and Visual Recognition
47
Steamy Social Media Apps
Pornhub's Trickpics is Branded as "Snapchat for Nudes"
46
Route Safety Map Apps
The 'Jane' Safety Map App Identifies the Safest Route to Walk
45
Crowdsourced Walking Routes
Go Jauntly Makes It Easier To Discover And Share Walking Paths
44
Digital Payment Messaging Apps
This WhatsApp Update Will Allow Users to Sell and Buy Goods
43
Virtual To-Do Apps
Microsoft To-Do Helps Set Reminders and Track Simple Goals
42
Age-Guessing Photo Apps
Microsoft's New Sprinkles App Aims to Be a Fun Alternative to Snapchat
41
Augmented Investigation Apps
The 'Archer, P.I.' App Integrates AR and Printing Technology
40
Comprehensive Used Car Apps
iSeeCars Offers the Largest Selection of Used Vehicles Online
39
Music-Streaming Rewards Apps
The Sonotize App Gives Out Gift Cards to Listeners of Spotify Premium
38
Voice Recognition Safety Apps
The 'SecretlySafe' App Offers Emergency Safety When Danger Strikes
37
Airport-Analyzing Information Apps
The 'Ment' Status App Informs Flyers of Wait Times and More
36
Swipe-Based News Apps
The 'Conveyr' Mobile News App Delivers Information Intuitively
35
Interactive Meditation Apps
'Sway' is an App for Meditation with a New Science-Based Approach
34
ATM-Replacing Apps
soCash is a Start-Up That Aims to Make ATM Machines Obsolete
33
Debt-Reducing Apps
The 'Cents' App Uses Spare Change to Pay Down Debt You've Accumulated
32
Social AR Geolocation Apps
The 'Grifidi' Social Experience App Creates Location-Based Socializing
31
Predictive Healthcare Apps
'Docto' is a Glucose Management App for Those with Type I Diabetes
30
Fasting Tracker Apps
The Zero App Aims to Help People Fast to Enhance Their Productivity
29
Text Message-Scheduling Apps
The Scheduled App Sends Stores Text Drafts and Sends Reminders
28
App-Based Car Leases
AutoGravity Aims to Ease the Process of Car Financing
27
Last-Minute Recipe Apps
The Eathow App Helps You Make Meals Out of Whatever Food is Available
26
Athletic Health Apps
Adidas' 'ALL DAY' Provides Daily Challenges for Mind and Body Health
25
Chore-Tracking Household Apps
The 'SmartieHome' Home App Tracks Maintenance for Inhabitants
24
Exclusive Deal-Finding Apps
French Platform Vente-Privee Offers Discounts on Lifestyle Products
23
AR Easter Activity Apps
Nick Jr. and Intu Teamed Up to Launch Augmented Reality Easter Activities
22
Tweet-Focused Dating Apps
The Relaunched Loveflutter App Features Twitter Feeds on Profiles
21
Educational Singing Apps
The Vanido App Uses Gamification and Pitch Tracking to Teach Singing
20
Social P2P Payment Apps
France's Pumpkin Mobile Platform Allows for Convenient Payment Sharing
19
Death Planning Apps
The Cake App Helps People Get Their Affairs in Order Before Death
18
Contextless Video Apps
'Yo Stories' Shares Video from Friends Without Additional Details
17
Detailed Car Listing Apps
The Carousell Motors App Offers In-Depth Car Listings in Singapore
16
POC Reading Apps
'We Read Too' Connects People to Books with Characters of Color
15
Social Air Pollution Apps
The Sprimo Personal Air Monitor Asks Users to Share Air Quality Readings
14
Communal Video-Watching Apps
The Cabana App Lets Users Watch YouTube With Friends Virtually
13
Coworking Space Management Apps
The 'Coworking.works' App Keeps Spaces Working Smoothly
12
Wholesale Price Car Apps
Vinny Allows Consumers to View the Wholesale Pricing of the Car They Want
11
Gamified Educational Finance Apps
'Pennybox' Can Teach Kids Money in a Fun, Social Way
10
Friend-Focused Homesharing
The Bedkin App Makes It Easy to Coordinate Visits from Friends
9
Passive Coding Education Apps
'CodeHabit' Lets You Learn to Program Whenever You Have Time
8
Pre-Scripted Prank Apps
Ownage Pranks' App Features Characters That Voice Automated Crank Calls
7
Aphasia-Aiding Emoji Apps
Samsung Wemogee Translates Simple Phrases into Emoji Strings
6
Simplified Quote-Capturing Apps
The Postepic App Lets You Instantly Save a Book's Best Quotes
5
Virtual House Party Apps
The Gorillaz App is a Place to Become Immersed in the Group's New Album
4
Vintage Communication Apps
Teletype for iMessage Lets You Send Virtual Telegrams
3
Data-Saving Social Apps
'Twitter Lite' Offers Optimized Features for Mobile Users
2
Card Payment Management Apps
'WalletFi' Shifts Subscriptions When You Get a Replacement Card
1
Navigational Ordering Apps
Dunkin' Donut Orders Can Now Be Made with the Navigation App Waze
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Unified Grocery Shopping Platforms
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Discount Retailer Mobile Apps
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AI Outfit Search Engines
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Interactive VR Styling Apps
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AI-Powered Shopping Apps
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Interactive Travel Map Apps
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AI-Powered Shopping Tools
Google AI Now Allows Shoppers to Browse AI Product Recommendations
AI-Powered Fashion Apps
The 'Blend' App Helps Users Find Products That Suit Their Style and Budget
AI-Powered Virtual Closets
Stylitics' Products Support Next-Gen Personalized Shopping
Shoe Retailer AI Apps
SuperStep Partnered with 'IMSHOP' to Create a Convenient Mobile App
Text-to-Shop Retail Services
Walmart Text to Shop Makes it Easier Than Ever to Shop
AI-Powered Shopping Tools
Klarna's AI Image Search Helps Shoppers Find the Best Deals
AI-Powered App Testing Tools
Mabl Launched a Low-Code Testing Tool for Mobile Applications
Gamified Shopping Apps
Yaysay Combines AI-Powered Personalization & Gamification
AI-Enhanced Grocery Apps
Instacart Unveiled a Suite of AI Features Coming to its Mobile App
Mixed-Reality Makeup Apps
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a New Shopping App for the Apple Vision Pro
Smart Shopping Cart Ads
Instacart Unveiled Ads for Its AI-Powered Caper Carts
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
AI-Powered Outfit Shopping Features
The eBay Shop the Look Feature is Powered by eBay.ai
Social Commerce Platforms
21 Buttons is a Social Fashion Shopping Network
AI-Powered Retail Tools
Walmart is Introducing a New Series of AI Tools for Customer Experience
Mixed-Reality Shopping Apps
StockX Launched an Immersive Way to Shop with the Apple Vision Pro
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
AI-Powered Maternity Support Apps
The 'Soula' App Supports Moms-to-Be with Proactive Information
Community Commerce Pop-Ups
TikTok Shop UK Opened a Pop-Up on London's Oxford Street
Consolidated Automotive Apps
The 'Fisker' App Caters to Every Aspect Of the Customer Experience
AI-Powered Measuring Tools
3DLook's New AI Tool Helps Accurately Measure the Body for Shopping
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Trendio's Video Shopping App Shares Personally Curated Content
Daily Motivation Apps
'Motivation' is an Empowering App Helping People Make the Most of Their Days
Online Fashion Apps
'MUSINSA' Launched a New E-Commerce Fashion App in Singapore
Curated Grocery Delivery Lists
Instacart Carts Offer Themed Shopping Lists Packed with Items
Social Professional Productivity Apps
The 'LikeMind' App Connects Users to Other Hustlers
Shoppable Hybrid Apps
Lemon8 is a New Social Media App Combining Aspects of Instagram & Pinterest
Parent-Connected Teen Shopping Apps
Hollister's Debuts New 'Share2Pay' For Teen Shoppers
Housewares Retailer Design Apps
The Wayfair Decorify App Digitally Transforms Spaces for Shopping
Integrated E-Commerce Apps
Amazon is Adding 'Buy with Prime' to Shopify through New Integrations
AI-Powered DIY Home Apps
Praxis Introduces New Features to Its Praxis Plus App
Experiential Shopping Platforms
sune Shares a Fun and Engaging Way for Gen Z to Shop
Privacy-Focused Budgeting Apps
The 'Apollo' Personal Finance App Streamlines Money Tracking
Product Exploration Retailer Tools
These New Instacart Discovery Tools Connect Brands to Retailers
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Early-Access Shopping Apps
The J.Crew App Provides Users Access to Sales 48 Hours in Advance
Virtual Appliance Showrooms
Samsung's Shoppable Instagram Profiles Replace Department Stores
Mobile Cannabis Marketplaces
Fire & Flower's Spark Marketplace App Simplifies Orders
Social Media-Inspired eCommerce Features
Amazon Inspire Features Content and Lets Users Shop Looks
Cannabis Marketplace Apps
Jane Technologies Launches Its First iOS Shopping App
AI Clothing Try-Ons
Google's AI Shopping Feature Shows How Apparel Looks on Real Models
Aggregated On-Demand Service Apps
The 'finish'd' App Combines a Range of Services into One Spot
Automated Food Planning Apps
The 'Munchy' App Takes a Long-Term Approach to Diets
Pioneering Secondhand Search Engines
Beni Dominates Resale Marketplace with Innovative App
Swipable Curated Ad Inspiration
Swipify Lets Users Swipe Through the Latest Ad Campaigns
Social Shopping Features
YouTube Introduces a New 'Shopping Collections' Feature for Creators
Streamlined Shoppable Video Ads
Instacart Launches New Shoppable Video Ads in 'Ads Manager'
All-Angle Sneaker Shopping Engines
Google Search Allows Users to View Shoes from All Angles
Dedicated eCommerce Fulfilment Apps
The Grocerist Fulfillment App Minimizes Labor Costs
AI-Powered Beauty Apps
Charlotte Tilbury Unveils its First Mobile Beauty App with AI Deep Learning
Omnichannel Grocery Technologies
Instacart Launches the New Omnichannel Solutions for Grocers
Stress Reduction Finance Apps
The 'MoneyCoach' App Takes the Anxiety Out of Money Management
Digital Delivery Service Storefronts
Instacart Storefront Lets Retailers Customize the Interface
AI-Enabled Product Creation
Off/Script Launches an App to Create and Buy AI-Designed Products
Hourly Job-Finding Apps
Gigs is a Job Platform for the Gig Economy
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Beauty-Focused Shopping Apps
The 'Trendio' Live Shopping App Offers Access to Beauty Content
Rewarding App-Based Games
Pick n Pay Introduces the New 'Smart Hopper' Game for Shoppers
Navigational Grocery Store Apps
Speed Grocer is a Trusted Companion for a Quicker Shop
AI Fashion Apps
Rosetta AI Up & Cross Sells App Was Released on Shopify
Entertaining Micro Workout Apps
The 'Baseline' Smartphone Workout Game App Sets Up Good Habits
Audio People Discovery Apps
The 'November' App Offers Users Five Audio Interviews Each Day
Influencer Search Apps
Mavn Connects Influencers with Their Favorite Brands for Paid Opportunities
Communication App Shopping Experiences
WhatsApp Flows Allow for In-App Booking and Shopping
Customized Convenience Retailer Apps
Family Express is Introducing a Personalized App Experience
Social Media-Like Study Apps
SHARPEN Aims to Be Just as Engaging and Convenient as Social Media
Cannabis Delivery Service Apps
Lantern Launches iOS App in Time for the Holidays
Fit-Finding Denim Apps
Goldie Helps Women Find Their Perfect Pair of Jeans
AI-Powered Socialization Apps
The 'BU' App Takes an AI-Driven Approach to Event Planning
Car-Identifying Apps
Scout Helps Enthusiasts Identify a Vehicle
Sophisticated Price Comparison Tools
Klarna Announces the Launch of a New Search Tool
Authenticated Product Review Apps
This App Matchers Shoppers With Brands Looking For Reviews
Ecommerce Returns Programs
Loop Launches an App to Help Shopify Merchants Optimize Returns
Digital Retailer Strategy Updates
This Walmart eCommerce Update Refreshes the Website and App
Youth-Catered Transportation Apps
Uber Introduces Teen Accounts in the Latest Update
Text-Based Shopping Features
Walmart Unveils a New Shopping by Text Feature for Mobile Shoppers
Secondhand Shopping Extensions
Beni is a Free Chrome Extension That Simplifies Secondhand Shopping
Personal Shopping Assistants
Klarna Debuts a More Personalized Shopping Feature Dubbed Ask Klarna
AI-Powered News Summary Apps
The 'Concise AI' News App Provides Summaries of Pertinent Topics
Employee Task Applications
Home Depot Launches a Mobile App to Prioritize Employee Tasks
Affordable Beauty Mobile Apps
The Brandefy App Helps You Make Cost-Effective Beauty Choices
Clutter-Free Recipe Apps
Manna Cooking Launches Its Community-Focused Recipe Software
AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps
Adobe Launches its Express Mobile App for Design On-the-Go
Personality-Focused Dating Apps
The Bokay App Expands Its Services Across Canada
AI Maternity Photoshoot Apps
Maternity Photoshoot Saves Mothers Time and Money
Vehicle-Focused App Updates
Tesla Launches a Powerful New Update for its Mobile App
Digital Social Sharing Spaces
The Shilo App Invites Users to Share and Curate What They Love
3D AR Home Improvement Apps
'Roomle' Integrates Home Furniture Services in its AR App
AI-Powered Search Features
Shop Premium Outlets Enhances its Online Shopping with AI-Powered Tools
Home Decor Mobile Apps
Pottery Barn Officially Launches its Mobile App and New Design
AI-Assisted Car Shopping Apps
The CoPilot App Eliminates Barriers in Digital Car Shopping
Crowdsourced Outfit-Picking Apps
Choiced Let's Users Crowdsource Their Outfit Options
AR-Enabled Google Tools
Google Launches a Slew of New Features for Search, Shopping, and Maps
iOS-Influenced Travel Apps
Uber’s Redesigned App Uses the Latest iPhone Features on iOS 16
Video-Powered eCommerce Services
Apple Shop with a Specialist Over Video Supports At-Home Shopping
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Delightful Recurring Payment Apps
The 'm0nthly' App Offers Mindful Money Management
Location-Based QSR Technology
Chipotle is Integrating Location-Based Technology Into its App
AR-Powered Shopping Apps
Walmart Releases a New Augmented Reality Feature for its iOS Application
Lifestyle Sales Expansions
At Home Launches Upgrades to Same-Day Delivery and a New Mobile App
Social Digital Nomad Apps
The 'Citizen Remote' App Supports Remote Workers and More
Social E-Commerce Platforms
TikTok is Launching a New E-Commerce Platform for Consumers
Home Decor Apps
Pottery Barn Kids and Pottery Barn Teen Launch Mobile Apps for E-Commerce Sales
Digital-First Denim Brands
True Religion Will Become a Digital-First Brand with its New Mobile App
Crafting Retailer Loyalty Apps
The Hobbycraft Club App Offers Exclusive Discounts and More
Smart Life-Planning Apps
Last Plannr is More Than a Traditional To-Do List
Curated Flight Deal Apps
The Going App Offers Expert and Personalized Travel Deals
Money-Saving Grocery Apps
Schnuck Markets and Upside Launch a Co-Branded App for Rewards
Video Call Shopping Services
Apple's Specialist over Video Service Enhances Personalization
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Media Release Monitoring Apps
The 'Upcoming' App Helps Users Track Favorite Media and Explore
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Digital Wellness-Promoting Apps
AARP Now is a Convenient Membership App for AARP Cardholders
App-Based Employee Payments
Instant Financial Automates Access to Employee Wages with New App
West African Super Apps
'ShaQ Express' has Evolved from Logistics to a Super App in a Few Years
Revamped Grocery Loyalty Apps
Tesco Unveils the New and Improved Digital Clubcard and Grocery App
Restaurant Discovery Websites
Find Me a Restaurant Will Help You Pick Where to Eat
Mobile Artwork Purchasing Platforms
The 'Cohart' Platform Supports Modern Art Buyers and Sellers
Mobile Convenience Apps
Kum & Go Unveils its New Mobile Shopping Platform and Rewards Program
Gamer Organization Apps
Skich Debuts New Features for its Tinder-Style Game Recommendation App
Minimalist Money Management Spreadsheets
The Expense App Let's you Upload Receipts and Documents
Streamlined Vehicle Rental Apps
The 'Nexus Connect' App Uses Text Recognition & Cloud Connectivity
Money-Saving Shopping Extensions
The Karma Extension Tracks Price Drops for Online Shoppers
UAE-Based EV Apps
EVLAB Launches the New Electric Vehicle App for UAE Customers
Enhanced Shopping Results
Google Updates its Search Engine to Better Aid Holiday Shopping
Smart Shopping Assistants
Bolt Shopper Assistant Supports Convenient, Personalized Experiences
Phone-Based User-Targeted Campaigns
PlugSMS Helps Users Launch Campaigns From Their Phones
Digital Commercial Payment Apps
Mastercard Unveils the Mobile Virtual Card App for Businesses
Comprehensive Restaurant Overview Apps
Toast Debuts a Digital App to Manage Restaurant Operations
Streamlined Meal Planning Apps
Foodpot Helps with Meal Planning and Recipe Discovery
Trailer-Making Life Apps
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