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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Consulting in Italy

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Cost Per App Install for Consulting in Italy

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Consulting and target country Italy compared to the global trend; it is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • No monthly observations were available for Consulting in Italy during the period provided, so in-market statistics and a direct comparison cannot be computed.
  • Globally, cost per app install averaged 11.85 over the period (Sep 2024–Sep 2025), with a low of 1.98 in Sep 2024 and a high of 26.21 in Jun 2025.
  • Costs rose sharply overall: from 1.98 in Sep 2024 to 22.99 in Sep 2025 (+1,062%).
  • Volatility was high: the median absolute month-to-month change was about 53%, with swings ranging from −53% to +213%.
  • Seasonal patterns are visible: costs increased into Q4 2024 (peaking in November), eased in December/January, and spiked again in mid-2025 and late Q3.

About the dataset

  • Metric: cost per app install (median by month).
  • Industry: Consulting; Country: Italy (selected dataset); Global (baseline dataset).
  • Period covered: Sep 2024 through Sep 2025 (baseline).

Selected dataset (Consulting, Italy)

  • No data points were available for the selected dataset in the provided period.
  • As a result, averages, highs/lows, month-to-month changes, and first-to-last change for Consulting in Italy cannot be calculated from this extract.

Global baseline benchmarks

  • Average across months: 11.85.
  • High: 26.21 in Jun 2025.
  • Low: 1.98 in Sep 2024.
  • First-to-last change: from 1.98 (Sep 2024) to 22.99 (Sep 2025), up approximately 1,062%.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Q4 2024 climb: Oct 6.20 → Nov 14.28, followed by a December softening to 8.52.
  • Early 2025 stabilization: Jan 6.36 and Mar 6.87, punctuated by Feb and Apr lifts (~11.36–11.51).
  • Mid-year surge: Jun 2025 reached the period high (26.21), then moderated in Jul (12.35) and rose again in Aug–Sep (15.00 → 22.99).

Seasonality and volatility

  • Seasonality:
  • Q4 2024 showed the typical holiday pattern: rising costs into November, softening in December.
  • 2025 displayed outsized pressure in mid-year (notably June) and renewed strength late in Q3.
  • Volatility:
  • Median absolute month-to-month change was ~53%.
  • Largest increases and decreases:
  • +213% (Sep → Oct 2024).
  • −53% (Jun → Jul 2025).

Relative positioning vs. global baseline

  • Because the selected dataset for Consulting in Italy contains no observations in this period, we cannot position Italy as above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.
  • The global baseline indicates a market characterized by rising costs and considerable month-to-month variability, with pronounced seasonal peaks in November and mid-to-late 2025.

Summary

While no in-market data for Consulting in Italy is available in this extract, the global baseline shows meaningful seasonality and high volatility in cost per app install, with averages around 11.85 and pronounced peaks in November and June/September. Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consulting and Italy helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Facebook advertising costs vary based on many factors including industry, target audience, ad placement, and campaign objectives. In the Consulting industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Italy, advertisers should consider local market factors and user behavior. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

Italy Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 25Liberation Day
May 1Labour Day
Jun 2Republic Day
Aug 15Ferragosto
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26St. Stephen's Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Christmas & post‑Christmas sales (late December), Ferragosto (mid‑August) summer tourism, Back‑to‑school (September)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during spring holidays when Italians engage in travel or leisure. Ferragosto may see travel and hospitality ads face high competition while retail CPMs dip. Late November and December see ad demand surges. 'Ponte' long weekends could affect ad pacing with stronger performance on adjacent weekdays.

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iOS CPIs often range from $2 to $5 or more. Android is usually cheaper, between $1 and $3. Your CPI will depend on geo, creative, and optimization goal.

Why is my app install cost higher in some countries?

Some regions like the US, UK, and Canada have higher competition and stricter privacy regulations, which drive up costs. Countries with lower purchasing power typically have cheaper CPIs.

What creatives drive the lowest CPI on Facebook?

Short videos showing app benefits, UGC-style content, and localized messaging tend to perform best. Clear CTAs and fast-paced visuals help lower your CPI.

Should I optimize for installs or in-app actions?

Optimizing for installs gets volume, but optimizing for actions like signups or purchases brings higher quality users. It depends on your goals and how much post-install behavior matters.

How do I lower CPI without tanking app retention or quality?

Align your creative with the app experience, avoid misleading ads, and exclude users who already installed. You can also test lookalike audiences based on high-quality users, not just all installers.