Facebook Ads Insights Tool

Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for E-commerce in Argentina

See how your app install costs compare. Explore mobile acquisition cost benchmarks by industry, region, and platform

Cost Per App Install for E-commerce in Argentina

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry E-commerce and target country Argentina compared to the global trend, based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • On average, Argentina’s E-commerce cost per app install sat above market: 20.11 versus the global baseline’s 8.47 (+137%).
  • The series is highly volatile, swinging from a near-zero December (0.19) to a January spike (81.45), then resetting to low single digits in April–May.
  • Q4 shows mixed seasonality: the baseline peaks in November, while Argentina plunges in December before surging in January.
  • From the first to last observed month, Argentina decreased 92%, while the baseline increased 427%.

Overview of the selected time series

  • Average: 20.11 across 7 months
  • High/low: 81.45 (Jan 2025) / 0.19 (Dec 2024)
  • Range: 81.26 (very wide)
  • First vs last month: 19.03 (Sep 2024) → 1.50 (May 2025), down 92%
  • Volatility: median month-to-month absolute change ≈ 16.13, with notable swings:
  • Sep → Oct: -24%
  • Oct → Nov: +62%
  • Nov → Dec: -99%
  • Dec → Jan: +81.26 points (more than 400x)
  • Jan → Apr: -99%
  • Apr → May: +108%

Notable spikes/dips:

  • December 2024 dips to 0.19 from 23.45 in November.
  • January 2025 surges to 81.45, the series high.
  • April–May 2025 stabilizes at low levels (0.72–1.50).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Average: 20.11 (selected) vs 8.47 (baseline) → selected is 2.37x higher.
  • High/low: 81.45 vs 14.28 (selected high 5.7x above market); 0.19 vs 1.98 (selected low 90% below market).
  • Range: 81.26 (selected) vs 12.30 (baseline), indicating far greater spread in Argentina.
  • Volatility: baseline median absolute change ≈ 4.69, about 3.4x steadier than the selected series.

Month-by-month positioning (selected vs baseline):

  • Sep 2024: 19.03 vs 1.98 → 9.6x above market
  • Oct 2024: 14.44 vs 6.20 → 2.3x above market
  • Nov 2024: 23.45 vs 14.28 → 1.6x above market
  • Dec 2024: 0.19 vs 8.52 → 97.8% below market
  • Jan 2025: 81.45 vs 6.36 → 12.8x above market
  • Apr 2025: 0.72 vs 11.51 → 93.7% below market
  • May 2025: 1.50 vs 10.43 → 85.6% below market

Seasonality and pattern notes

  • Baseline shows a Q4 lift peaking in November, then easing in December–January—consistent with typical holiday-driven competition.
  • Argentina diverges: Q4 average is higher than baseline (12.69 vs 9.67), but December collapses, followed by an outsized January spike, then a return to below-market levels in April–May (1.11 vs 10.97 average).

Bottom line

Overall, Argentina’s E-commerce cost per app install is above market on average but far more volatile, with pronounced spikes and dips around late Q4 and early Q1. Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry E-commerce and Argentina 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 E-commerce industry, Facebook ad costs can be varied, with peaks during holiday seasons and competitive product categories. For campaigns targeting Argentina, 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.

Optimize Smarter with Superads

Improve your Facebook ad performance

Instant performance insights – See which ads, audiences, and creatives drive results.

Data-driven creative decisions – Spot patterns to improve ROAS.

Effortless reporting – No spreadsheets, just clear insights.

Get Started for free →

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.

Argentina Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 3‑4Carnival
Mar 24Truth & Justice Memorial
Apr 2Malvinas Day
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 25May Revolution Day
Jun 16Martín Miguel de Güemes Day
Jun 20Flag Day
Jul 9Independence Day
Aug 18San Martín Memorial Day
Oct 13Cultural Diversity Day
Nov 24National Sovereignty Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 25Christmas

Key Shopping Season

December (Christmas period)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM might rise significantly during Carnival, Independence Day, and Christmas season. Retail and entertainment campaigns could require increased budgets.

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.