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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Crypto & Blockchain in Canada

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Cost Per App Install for Crypto & Blockchain in Canada

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost per app install benchmarks: Crypto & Blockchain in Canada vs global

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

Key takeaways

  • Selected dataset status: No in-market observations for Crypto & Blockchain in Canada during the period provided, so we benchmark against the global baseline only.
  • Global baseline level: Average cost per app install (Sep 2024–Sep 2025) was $11.85, with a low of $1.98 and a high of $26.21.
  • Direction of travel: From Sep 2024 ($1.98) to Sep 2025 ($22.99), the baseline rose by approximately +1,061%.
  • Volatility: Highly volatile month-to-month; average absolute MoM change was roughly 74%, with multiple swings above ±50%.
  • Seasonality: Elevated costs in Q4 (notably November), a sharp mid-year spike in June, and renewed strength into late Q3.

Context and framing

  • Industry: Crypto & Blockchain
  • Country: Canada
  • Metric: cost per app install
  • Comparison: Selected country/industry series vs a global baseline of median monthly values

Because the selected Canada series has no data points for the period, we cannot compute its own averages, highs/lows, or volatility, nor can we classify it as above market, below average, or in line with overall trends. All statistics below refer to the global baseline.

Global baseline trend analysis (Sep 2024–Sep 2025)

  • Average: $11.85 across 13 months.
  • High/low: High in June 2025 at $26.21; low in September 2024 at $1.98.
  • Start-to-end change: +$21.01, or +1,061% from September 2024 to September 2025.
  • Notable spikes:
  • October to November 2024: +131% to $14.28, signaling typical Q4 pressure.
  • May to June 2025: +151% to the cycle high of $26.21.
  • August to September 2025: +53% to $22.99.
  • Notable dips:
  • November to December 2024: −40% to $8.52.
  • June to July 2025: −53% to $12.35.
  • Month-by-month volatility: Approximate average absolute MoM change of 74%, with multiple sharp reversals.

Seasonality and patterns

  • Q4 effects: Costs rose into November ($14.28), then eased in December ($8.52) and January ($6.36), consistent with post-holiday normalization seen in Facebook Ads benchmarks.
  • Mid-year surge: A pronounced spike in June 2025 ($26.21) suggests intense competition mid-year.
  • Late Q3 strength: Costs climbed again into September 2025 ($22.99), indicating renewed pressure after summer.

Comparative positioning for Canada (data availability note)

  • The selected Canada series has no observations for the period. As a result, we cannot quantify where Canada sits relative to the global baseline (above market, below average, or in line). The global pattern should be used as a directional benchmark until in-market data is available.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Crypto & Blockchain and Canada 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 Crypto & Blockchain industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Canada, 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.

Canada Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Feb (3rd Mon)Family Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday (federal)
May (Victoria Day)Victoria Day
Jul 1Canada Day
Sep (1st Mon)Labour Day
Oct (2nd Mon)Thanksgiving
Nov 11Remembrance Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday and Cyber Monday), December (holiday shopping, Boxing Day), Back-to-school (August-September), Mother's Day (May)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM might increase during Canada Day, Labour Day, and Thanksgiving. Black Friday and Cyber Monday see heightened e‑commerce bidding. December holiday period may spike ad costs. Back-to-school and Mother's Day drive retail competition. Provincial holidays might alter weekday inventory availability.

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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.

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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.