The Shippies

The Shippies are RevenueCat's first awards for outstanding achievements in subscription apps. Awards will be presented on October 20, 2026 in NYC. Application details and deadlines will be announced soon.

About the reward

  • Who could enter

    The Shippies were open to all subscription apps, regardless of whether they used RevenueCat or not.

  • Who could apply

    Entries could be submitted by app developers, agencies, or partners involved in the project.

  • How it was judged

    Our panel of internal and external experts judged all submissions based on innovation, impact, and execution.

Award categories

  • Anchor's away

    Best new app launch of the year

  • Lone skipper

    Best new app by a solo developer

  • Smooth sailor

    Best onboarding experience for new users

  • Treasure chest

    Most creative monetization strategy

  • Life preserver

    Best churn reduction initiative

  • Port of entry

    Most improved paywall design

Prizes for winners

  • A custom-designed Shippies trophy

    Winners received an exclusive, custom-designed Shippies trophy symbolizing their outstanding achievements in the subscription app industry.

  • Giant Times Square billboard

    The winning app was featured on a Times Square billboard during New York App Week (October 13–16) and at App Growth Annual in New York.

  • The respect and envy of their peers

    The winning app was highlighted across RevenueCat channels, showcasing its excellence and innovation within the industry.

The Shippies winners

Best applications 2025

The Shippies
2025 Winners

  • Focus Friend app screen

    Focus Friend

  • ReSubs app screen

    ReSubs

  • ReciMe app screen

    ReciMe

  • Wink app screen

    Wink

  • WeWard app screen

    WeWard

  • Ladder app screen

    Ladder

Check out the winners

2024 Winners

  • Galatea by Inkitt app screen

    Best Monetization Strategy

  • Lose It! app screen

    Most Effective Use of Paywalls

  • HER app screen

    Best Churn Reduction Initiative

  • The Pump app screen

    Best Onboarding Experience

  • Shotsy app screen

    Best New App by a Solo Developer

  • Zumba app screen

    Best New App Launch

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