Due to the Google Play Store’s limited availability in China, the Chinese mobile ecosystem has developed its own thriving network of official app stores. China’s smartphone market has three main operating-system ecosystems: Android, iOS and HarmonyOS. According to Counterpoint Research, Android accounted for 58% of smartphone sales in China in Q2 2026, followed by HarmonyOS at 24% and iOS at 18%. China has several major app stores, including Huawei AppGallery, Tencent MyApp, Xiaomi App Store, OPPO App Market, vivo App Store and Honor App Market.
Use the directory below to find each store’s official website and download options. That way, whether you are doing market research or looking to download apps, you can safely navigate China’s vast app store and app ecosystem.
| App Store | Download guidance |
|---|---|
| Huawei AppGallery / 华为应用市场 | Chinese App Store: Download AppGallery here using the red “下载” button in the top right corner or the Android QR code. Access to the China catalogue depends on your HUAWEI ID service region. Global App Store: Download here by clicking the “Install Now” button in the top right corner. Available apps depend on your service region. |
| vivo App Store / vivo应用商店 | Chinese App Store: Browse the official China catalogue. An official standalone store installer is not available. Global App Store: V-Appstore is available on supported devices. See official global support; a standalone installer is currently not available. |
| Tencent MyApp / 腾讯应用宝 | Chinese App Store: Download here. Choose “应用宝手机版” or scan the mobile-download QR code using your Android phone. Alternatively, choose “应用宝电脑版” to install the desktop version on your Windows or Mac device. Global App Store: No separate official global store. |
| Xiaomi GetApps / 小米应用商店 | Chinese App Store: Use the pre-installed store on supported devices. This website provides the China app catalogue; a standalone store installer is not currently available. Global App Store: GetApps is pre-installed on supported overseas Xiaomi devices. You can browse the global catalogue here; a standalone store installer is not currently available. |
| OPPO App Market / OPPO软件商店 | Chinese App Store: Download here. Under 软件商店, choose the option for your Android version and click 点击下载 or scan the corresponding QR code. Global App Store: Use App Market on supported devices. See official global guidance; a separate global installer is not currently available. |
| Honor App Market / 荣耀应用市场 | Chinese App Store: Download here. Click the “立即下载” button. Global App Store: Download here. Click the “Download” button. |
| 360 Mobile Assistant / 360手机助手 | Chinese App Store: Download here. Select “手机版下载” to download the mobile version, or “电脑版下载” to download the desktop version. Global App Store: No separate official global store verified. |
| Baidu Mobile Assistant / 百度手机助手 | Chinese App Store: Browse the official China catalogue. A standalone installer for the app store itself is currently not available. Global App Store: No separate official global store verified. |
| PP Assistant / PP助手 | Chinese App Store: Visit the official website and select “立即下载” below PP助手 to download. Global App Store: No separate official global store verified. |
Important: Always download app stores from their official websites or trusted sources to ensure security and authenticity.
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No. There is no single Chinese equivalent of Google Play. Android users can access apps through manufacturer stores such as Xiaomi App Store and OPPO App Market, or independent platforms such as Tencent MyApp.
These are separate stores with their own app catalogues and accounts.
No. You can’t install Android APK files on an iPhone. To download Chinese iPhone apps, use Apple’s App Store. The apps available depend on your Apple Account’s country or region. See our guide to using the Apple App Store in China to find out how to download Chinese iPhone apps.
Check that the APK supports your Android version and device. If the phone asks for installation permission, enable it for the browser or file manager you used to download the file. An Android APK will not install on an iPhone. For HarmonyOS devices, use Huawei’s installation instructions. If Android reports an invalid package or signature, obtain a fresh copy from the official provider.
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