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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Consumer Goods in Brazil

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Cost Per App Install for Consumer Goods in Brazil

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost-per-app-install trends for industry Consumer Goods and target country Brazil compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • The selected series is well above market through early 2025, then falls sharply below the global baseline by May.
  • Marked seasonality: a pronounced December spike in Brazil, followed by steady normalization into spring.
  • Very high volatility in the selected data (average step change ~72%), versus moderate volatility in the global baseline (~39%) over the same months.

Overview of the selected trend (Consumer Goods, Brazil)

  • Coverage: Dec 2024, Jan 2025, Apr 2025, May 2025.
  • Average: 62.89 BRL per app install (median across months in sample).
  • Median: 49.39 BRL.
  • High/low: High at 151.10 (Dec 2024); low at 1.68 (May 2025); range of 149.42.
  • First-to-last change: from 151.10 (Dec) to 1.68 (May), a 98.9% decrease.
  • Month-to-month movement:
  • Dec → Jan: -46%
  • Jan → Apr: -79%
  • Apr → May: -90%
  • Average absolute step change: ~72% (very volatile).
  • Notable spike: December 2024 stands out as an outlier, suggesting a seasonal surge during year-end.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • To ensure apples-to-apples, we compare the same months (Dec 2024, Jan 2025, Apr 2025, May 2025):
  • Baseline average: 9.21 per app install (vs. 62.89 in Brazil Consumer Goods), putting the selected series about 6.8x higher (+583%) on average over this window.
  • By month:
  • Dec: 151.10 vs. 8.52 baseline (+1,673%, ~17.7x above market).
  • Jan: 81.45 vs. 6.36 (+1,181%, ~12.8x above).
  • Apr: 17.34 vs. 11.51 (+50% above).
  • May: 1.68 vs. 10.43 (84% below baseline), the only point “below average.”
  • Baseline first-to-last (Dec → May): +22% (8.52 → 10.43), indicating a mild upward drift globally while Brazil moved sharply downward.
  • Baseline volatility (same months): average absolute step change ~39% (lower volatility than Brazil).

Broader baseline context (global)

  • Full-year baseline (Oct 2024–Sep 2025) shows an average of 12.67, with a high of 26.21 in June 2025 and a low of 6.20 in October 2024.
  • Seasonality in the global trend includes mid-year and early-fall spikes (June and September), with only moderate elevation around November–December in this dataset.

Seasonal patterns and interpretation

  • Brazil Consumer Goods shows a concentrated Q4 peak (December) that is far above global norms, followed by rapid declines through April and a trough in May.
  • Globally, costs are steadier with mid-year pressure and a secondary lift in September, indicating different seasonal dynamics than the Brazil series during this period.

Understanding cost-per-app-install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consumer Goods and Brazil 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 Consumer Goods industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Brazil, 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.

Brazil Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 3–4Carnival
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Tiradentes Day
May 1Labour Day
Jun 19Corpus Christi
Sep 7Independence Day
Oct 12Our Lady of Aparecida (Children's Day)
Nov 2All Souls' Day
Nov 15Republic Proclamation Day
Nov 20Black Awareness Day
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

December (Christmas), Late November (Black Friday), Children's Day (Oct 12)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Carnival and Independence Day due to increased social activity. Children's Day (Oct 12) and Black Friday could see sharp spikes in competition. December (Christmas) may surge e‑commerce traffic, prompting high CPMs. Extended holiday weekends could shift ad engagement patterns.

What's a good CPI for iOS vs Android in 2025?

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.