I have a somewhat popular (yet still niche) app in the store, when I first launched it it was the only result. There are now a number of copycats. Report filed with Apple, nothing was done.

I’m considering spending the $1k or so to file a trademark on the name, maybe it’ll actually make them do something? The app isn’t making crazy amounts by far, but enough that $1k could be justifiable. If anyone has been through this I’d love to hear their thoughts.

For what it’s worth I know my product is clearly better - my users tell me - but it’s infuriating to see a knockoff show up before my app in the search results when I tell someone to look up the app in the store.

>it’s infuriating to see a knockoff show up before my app in the search results

Infuriating enough to pay for paid placement at top? :(

Sorry, that stinks, and hope someone can confirm the trademark approach. Disappointing support is not resourced/empowered to resolve this for you.

I’m considering spending the $1k or so to file a trademark on the name

Before you do that, try filing a state-level trademark. I've done it in some states for as little as $75. That might be enough to get Apple's attention, and save you $925.

Check with your state's Secretary of State web site.