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
Related Ideas
AI-Powered Plan Matching Features
T-Mobile Aims to Simplify Mobile Carrier Switching
Personal Shopping Apps
Aritzia's New App Delivers Boutique Shopping to Your Smartphone
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
AI Beauty Shopping Apps
Amorepacific Introduces a ChatGPT-Based Shopping App
AI-Powered Advertiser Campaigns
Instacart Utilizes its Automation Tools for Universal Campaigns
Shoppable TV Ads
Samsung and Amazon Enable Remote-Based Shopping Directly on TV
Smart Shopping Lists
To The Shop Lets You Create and Share Shopping Lists Effortlessly
AI Fashion Shopping Tools
Phia Helps Shoppers Find the Best Prices on New & Secondhand Items
Conversational Rental Finders
The RentCafe App in ChatGPT Helps with Finding a New Apartment
Smart Car Planning
Budget For Cars Helps You Find Vehicles That Fit Your Financial Plan
Smart Fashion Management Apps
'Acloset' Interprets Wardrobes, Provides Recommendations
Conscious Closet Apps
Indyx Was Designed to Curb Unnecessary Fashion Consumption
AI Chat Shopping Systems
Shopify Brings Retail to ChatGPT
Curated Online Fashion Storefronts
SHEIN Introduced its 'Trend Stores' for Personalized Shopping
Virtual Outfit Try-On Apps
The 'Doppl' App Helps Users Visualize Outfits Before They Buy Online
Virtual Footwear Try-Ons
Google's AI-Powered Try-On Tech Helps with Online Shoe Shopping
Spatial Computing Beauty Apps
The Laura Mercier App for Apple Vision Pro is Immersive
AI-Powered Marketplace Features
AutoTrader Launched DemandAI and Dashboard
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Car Transfer Apps
The Daytrip App Provides Customizable Car Transfers
AI-Backed Grocery Recommendations
Instacart Smart Shop Uses AI to Enhance Searches
Retail Moodboard Apps
'ShopLook' Makes Curated Online Shopping Easy with Moodboards
Mobile Beauty Pop-Ups
Henkel’s göt2b Debuts a Citywide Mobile Beauty Experience
Outfit Transformation Apps
Drippi Lets You Transform Friends' Outfits with Simple Photo Edits.
Social Wardrobe Apps
'Whering' Enables Fashion Moodboard and Wishlist Creations
AI Shopping Integrations
Sephora’s ChatGPT App Enables AI-Powered Product Discovery
Native Car Messaging Interfaces
WhatsApp Launches Its New Apple CarPlay App
Child-Friendly Habit-Forming Apps
Carrot Helps Kids Build Daily Habits Through Gamified Challenges
Shoppable Beauty Routine Apps
BeautyShelf Helps Users Discover Authentic Recommendations
Cosmetics-Focused Mobile Retail Apps
Clarins and Merkle Collaborate on a Mobile Application
AI-Powered Shopping Features
John Lewis Launches a TikTok Shop Trial
Mobile Beauty Retail Activations
Cardi B Debuts Beauty Truck for Her Haircare Brand
AI-Native Commerce Platforms
Glance AI Swaps Search for an Inspiration-Led Discovery Experience
AI Meal Planners
SmartCartAI+ Creates Personalized Meal Plans And Grocery Lists
AI-Powered Shopping Features
Target is Making Seasonal Gifting Easier, Personalized and More Fun
Membership-Based Beauty Apps
Beauty Pie Launched an Exclusive App for its Members on Pi Day
Hyper-Personalized Beauty Platforms
Kult App Transforms How Shoppers Find & Buy Products in India
AI-Powered Shopping Tools
Target Partners with ChatGPT to Highlight New AI Shopping Capabilities
Luxury Chauffeur Apps
Wheely’s NYC Launch Introduces Concierge-Level Chauffeur Services
Play Store Review Searches
Google Introduced a Play Store Review Search
AI-Assisted Shoppable Searches
ChatGPT Now Offers New AI-Powered Shopping Experiences
AI-Powered Grocery Apps
Tre'dish's Transparent Pricing Offers Real-Time, Geo-Targeted Comparisons
Co-Branded Shopper App Partnerships
Grubhub and Instacart Partnered to Offer a Wider Selection
Personalized AI Shopping Features
Meta Launches Meta AI Shopping Research Experimental Tool
AI-Powered Retail Platforms
Target Introduced a Mobile App Rebuild with AI Coding Companions
AI-Powered Beauty Discovery Platforms
MyLondonBeauty Debuts Mobile Applications & an AI Assistant
Community-Centric E-Commerce Initiatives
MyCommunity.Today Delivers Accessible Digital Tools
Curated Resale Experiences
Poshmark Blends Community Curation with Personalized Shopping
Personalized Home Shopping Platforms
MAiN Creates a 3D Model from a Single Image Using AI
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Curated App Collections
Made with Lovable Showcases Tools Built with Care and Creativity
Lightweight Restaurant Apps
Curate Boosts Restaurant Loyalty with No-Download Apple App Clips
AI-Powered Foundation-Matching Platforms
Clarins Has Unveiled the AI Shade Finder
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Idea Generation Platforms
Mycutesoft Generates a Unique App Idea Just for You Through a Quiz
AI-Powered Driving Apps
Driver Technologies Expands to the Android Automotive Operating System
Expanded Automotive Dealer Listings
Amazon Introduced New Brands on its Automotive Storefront
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
Smartphone Photography Editing Apps
The Adobe Photoshop App for iPhone is Available Now for Free
Localized Retail Media Platforms
Snappy Shopper Launches Connect, a Retail Media Network
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Personalized Wine Retail Apps
Virgin Wines Launches Its Virgin Wines Mobile App
GenAI Car Marketplace Ads
Carro's New Campaign Highlights Its AI-Enabled Car-Selling Process
Gamified Cashback Platforms
ShopBack is Bringing Mobile-First Cashback Experiences to US Shoppers
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Car Race-Focused Mobile Apps
IBM and Scuderia Ferrari HP Upgrade the Experience for Formula 1 Fans
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Shopping Campaign Optimizers
Productsup Introduced AI-powered Google Shopping Enhancement Tools
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Recipe Management Apps
Clean Plate Helps Users Discover Recipes By Ingredients And Preferences
Hybrid Bookstore Apps
Spotify Merged Physical and Digital Book Browsing in One App
App Competitor Analysis
Clash of Apps Provides Insights to Track and Analyze Your App Competitors
Virtual Hairstyle Previews
AI HairstyleApp Lets Users Preview Hairstyles Before Visiting The Salon
Supportive Property Purchase Applications
Homie is Helping Canadians Purchase Their First Property
Smart Gift Matching
Thoughtful AI-Powered Gift Adviser App Automates Gifting With Smart Reminders
AI-Powered Superapps
Grab Introduces AI Features That Simplify Decisions and Automate Daily Tasks
AI-Assisted Live Selling Features
Snap by Tilt Creates Listings from Live Video in Under a Second
Assistive Shopping Apps
Blind SA & Checkers Sixty60 Enhance Inclusivity for the Visually Impaired
Expansive AI Product Catalogues
Morrisons and Google Cloud Launch an AI-Powered Product Finder
AI-Powered Vehicle Appraisal Tools
Turn Automotive's TurnVision Detects Damage with High Precision
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Peer-to-Peer Sharing Tools
Shapp Enables Renting And Sharing Everyday Items Locally And Easily
Shopping-Friendly Ad Formats
Equativ Shoppable Ads Allow Consumers to Seamlessly Make Purchases
AI-Powered Try-On Shopping Features
The 'Doppl' App Now Features a Discovery Feed
Social Food Delivery Apps
The 'Zesty' App from DoorDash Helps Users Find New Restaurants
Mobile AI Agents
Manus AI App Brings Autonomous Workflow Management To iOS
Data-Driven Automotive Retailer Tools
Cars.com Debuts AI Video Tools, Hub Reporting & More
Predictive Mobile Advertising Features
T-Mobile Advertising Solutions Unveiled Contextual AI Ads
Simplified AI Shopping Tools
Target Focuses on Holiday Shoppers with its New AI-Powered Tools
App Promotion Marketplaces
Boost Downloads And User Engagement With Indie App Santa’s App Features
AI Fashion Assistants
Your AI Personal Stylist That Matches Looks to Vibes with Ease
Brand Discovery Platforms
SmartCustomer by Sitejabber Helps Customers Find New Favorite Brands
Redefined Mobile Commerce Experiences
Glance and the Samsung Galaxy Store Partner in the U.S.
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Conscious Shopping Assistants
Better Buy Reveals Product Risks And Suggests Healthier Alternatives
Financial Control Tools
iSave Makes Money Management Simple With Tracking, Goals, And Insights
Mobile App Studios
Developer On Wheels Builds Family And Travel Apps From A Campervan Office
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Toy Trading Platforms
Toy Trader App Lets Families Trade Toys, Clothes, and Gear Without Cash
Service-Backed Recommerce Platforms
Commonplace Launches Marketplace With Built-In Delivery
AI Discovery Platforms
AI Apps Helps You Find The Most Suitable AI For Your Needs
Health-Focused Meal Planners
Kitchen Savvy App Helps Plan Meals And Track Nutrition
Grocery Automation Tools
Grocery Shopper for Google Sheets Sends Lists To Instacart Quickly
Low-Tech Smartphone Interface Apps
The Blank Spaces App Transforms the iPhone into a Dumb Phone
AI Resale Assistants
Hero AI Instantly Lists, Prices, And Sells Your Items Faster
Diverse Shopping Platforms
VARSHOPS Discovers Quality Products Across Multiple Categories Securely
Food Delivery Solutions
'Food Delivery App Development Solutions' Help Businesses Launch Apps
Driving Interface Apps
'Car Dashboard' AppTransforms Your iPhone Into a Car Head Unit
Music Mashups Apps
MashApp Music Lets Users Create And Share Custom Song Mashups Easily
Habit Tracking Apps
Moti Helps Users Build Habits And Stay Motivated Effectively
App Launch Templates
Dating App Template Enables Fast Niche Dating App Launches
Mobile App Builders
AppBuzz Transforms Your Ecom Site into a Mobile App in 60 Seconds
Mobile App Templates
theappmarket Offers Ready-to-Use React Native Templates for Developers
AI-Powered Wardrobe Management Apps
'ClosetIQ' Analyzes a User's Style to Find Outfits
Event Tracking Apps
ComingUp Helps Users Track Milestones And Share Life Events Easily
Family Info Managers
DadApp Puts Shared Family Information Into One Organized Mobile App
Digital Review Platforms
Digital Products Enables Simple Consumer Reviews & Brand Insights Online
Top App Showcases
Discover, Explore, and Vote for the Year’s Top Compose Applications
Travel Planning Apps
Let’s Trip Simplifies Personalized Travel Planning and Itineraries
Mobile Revenue Management Apps
Ambition Launches a Mobile App For Real-Time Sales Coaching
Custom Motivation Apps
Motus Delivers Personalized Daily Quotes To Support Mindset Growth
App Ideation Platforms
AppIdeaHub Helps You Discover and Validate Profitable App Ideas
Nursery Brand Parenting Apps
The Mamas & Papas App Offers Support and Inspiration for Parents
Car Recognition Tools
CarSnap Identifies Cars in Photos and Get Detailed Info Instantly
No-Code App Builders
Open Idea Turns Concepts Into Android Apps Without Writing Code
Grocery Price Comparators
Shoppy Scan Compares Grocery Prices Across Canadian Stores
Productivity Tracking Apps
Hourli Tracks Habits And Goals To Help You Maximize Productivity
Grocery Spending Trackers
FoodKart Helps You Effortlessly Track Grocery Costs and Stay on Budget
Distraction-Free App Hubs
Explore Minimalist Digital Apps for Focus With Minimal Market
Developer Portfolio Hubs
App Showcase Lets You Share Mobile Apps, Stats, and Revenue Publicly
Smart Content Aggregators
Smashing’s Personalized Article Discovery App Helps Users Stay Informed
Chat-Enabled Home Apps
Zillow Unveils a New In-App Messaging Function for Home Buyers
Startup Insight Platforms
App Stacks Reveals App Stories, Tech Stacks, And Builder Insights
Data-Comparing Social Apps
The Mutually App Matches Users Based on Their Digital Footprint
Startup Essentials Bundles
The App Tool-Kit Helps Digital Creators Launch with the Right Tools
Mobile App Discoveries
App Rater Helps Users Find Safe And Reliable Apps Quickly And Efficiently
Local Business Finders
BuyLokals Helps Users Discover and Support Community Businesses
App Review Insights
Supascout Analyzes App Store Reviews To Deliver Actionable Insights
Pregnancy Tracker Apps
Monitor Pregnancy And Baby Milestones Easily With BabyTrack