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

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Cost Per App Install for Consumer Goods in Sweden

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads benchmarks: cost per app install trends

This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Consumer Goods and target country Sweden compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

  • Overall positioning: Sweden’s Consumer Goods costs ran well above market in every observed month, averaging roughly 14.4x the global baseline across matched dates.
  • Seasonality: A pronounced spike appears in November, consistent with Q4 holiday pressure seen globally; costs then normalize sharply in January.
  • Volatility: Selected data shows very high month-to-month swings (average absolute change ~213%) versus the global baseline (~44%).

Selected data highlights (Consumer Goods, Sweden)

Coverage spans four monthly medians: 2024-11, 2025-01, 2025-03, 2025-04.

  • Average: 140.35
  • Median across months: 51.85 (tempering the November outlier)
  • High: 448.56 in November 2024
  • Low: 9.15 in January 2025
  • Range: 439.41
  • First-to-last change: down 89.6% from November 2024 to April 2025
  • Month-to-month movements:
  • November to January: -98.0% (sharp post-peak normalization)
  • January to March: +522.5% (rebound)
  • March to April: -17.9% (moderation)
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Extreme spike in November 2024 (448.56)
  • Trough in January 2025 (9.15), followed by a strong March recovery (56.95)

Comparison to the global baseline

For apples-to-apples comparisons, we match the same four months in the global baseline (2024-11, 2025-01, 2025-03, 2025-04).

  • Selected vs baseline average: 140.35 vs 9.76 (selected ~14.4x higher)
  • Selected vs baseline median: 51.85 vs 9.19
  • Highs/lows (matched months):
  • Selected highs: 448.56 (Nov); lows: 9.15 (Jan)
  • Baseline highs: 14.28 (Nov); lows: 6.36 (Jan)
  • Relative gap by month:
  • November 2024: 31.4x above market
  • January 2025: 44% above market
  • March 2025: 8.29x above market
  • April 2025: 4.06x above market
  • Volatility (avg absolute month-to-month change):
  • Selected: ~213%
  • Baseline: ~44%

Broader baseline context and seasonality

Looking across the broader global series (Oct 2024–Sep 2025):

  • Global low: 6.20 in October 2024
  • Global high: 26.21 in June 2025
  • Q4 pattern: A clear November lift (14.28) relative to October (6.20) and December (8.52), indicating holiday-related inflation.
  • Early summer uptick: A notable peak in June 2025 (26.21) suggests a global seasonal rise outside Q4 as well.

Method notes

  • Values represent monthly medians.
  • Comparisons use overlapping months where available; selected data has gaps between observations.

Understanding COST_PER_APP_INSTALL benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Consumer Goods and Sweden 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 Sweden, 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.

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Sweden Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 6Epiphany
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 6National Day
Jun 21Midsummer Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Second Day of Christmas

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday is huge), December (Christmas and post-Christmas sales), June (Midsummer seasonal promotions), January (Winter sale season)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs might spike during Black Friday and early December, especially in e‑commerce and fashion. Easter and Midsummer holidays often decrease weekday inventory but increase media usage during long weekends. Midsummer tends to be quiet in retail but active in travel and food sectors. Post-Christmas sales in January still see high digital ad demand.

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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.