As the year starts to wind down, Google Play is naming the best Android apps and games of 2022. This includes Users’ Choice and 20 “Best of” categories. These lists are localized, and you can browse your country by tapping the “Best of 2022” banner at the top of the Play Store.
Users’ Choice 2022
The list below reflects US results, with BeReal taking the Users’ Choice app award. Notably, Paramount+ and Disney+ were the past two winners with a social media app replacing the streaming services.
Meanwhile, Apex Legends Mobile is both the Users’ Choice Game and the best overall game.
Apex Legends Mobile rose through the Esports ranks, regularly trending and appearing in top 10 download lists throughout the year. The game brings all the excitement of the Apex Legends series to mobile and tablets so you can easily play wherever you are.
The best overall app is Dream by Wombo:
AI-generated art went viral this year. With Dream by Wombo, you can create a beautiful piece of artwork from just a quick text description.
There’s a new “Best for Chromebooks” category for 2022 that goes to BandLab, while Best for Wear — following its redesign — is Todoist, while Pocket is Best for Tablets.
Best for Fun: PetStar
- Honorable mentions: DanceFitMe, NoteIt Widget
Best for Personal Growth: Breathwrk
- Honorable mentions: Duolingo ABC, Gym Log & Workouts, Ukulele by Yousician
Best Everyday Essentials: Plant Parent
- Honorable mentions: Book Morning Routine Waking Up, Daily Diary, Sleep Tracker
Best Hidden Gems: Recover Athletics
- Honorable mentions: Linktree, Little Lunches, Wamble
Best Apps for Good: The Stigma App
- Honorable mentions: Sleep Fruits, Zario
Best for Wear: Todoist
Best for Tablets: Pocket
Best for Chromebooks: BandLab
