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

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Cost Per App Install for E-commerce in Israel

October 2024 - October 2025

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Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost per app install benchmarks: E‑commerce in Israel vs. global

This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry E‑commerce and target country Israel 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 market (E‑commerce, Israel) shows a sharp month-to-month swing: May 2025 at 3.15 and June 2025 at 25.00, a +694.6% jump.
  • Average CPI across the two observed months is 14.07; low at 3.15 (May), high at 25.00 (June).
  • Against the global baseline for the same months, Israel is below market:
  • May: 69.9% below the global median (10.43).
  • June: 4.6% below the global median (26.21), broadly in line with overall trends.
  • Two‑month average: 23.2% below the global average for May–June (18.32).
  • Seasonality in the global baseline shows a run‑up into November, a pullback in December–January, a sharp June surge, and elevated levels again by September.
  • Volatility: the selected series has an extreme single‑step increase; globally, monthly swings ranged from −52.9% to +213% over the past year.

Selected market spotlight: E‑commerce in Israel

  • Monthly medians (USD):
  • May 2025: 3.15
  • June 2025: 25.00
  • Two‑month average: 14.07
  • High/low: high at 25.00 (June); low at 3.15 (May)
  • Change from first to last month: +694.6%
  • Notable movements:
  • An unusually low May is followed by a pronounced spike in June, indicating significant short‑term volatility in CPI.

Global baseline overview

  • Coverage: Sep 2024 to Sep 2025
  • Average CPI (full period): 11.85
  • High/low: high at 26.21 (June 2025); low at 1.98 (September 2024)
  • Notable spikes/dips and seasonality:
  • Sep → Nov: strong rise (1.98 → 14.28), peaking in November.
  • Dec–Jan: pullback (−40.3% in December; −25.4% in January).
  • Early spring chop: rebounds in February (+78.6%) and April (+67.6%), with dips in March and May.
  • June surge to the annual high (26.21), then a steep July correction (−52.9%).
  • Late‑summer/early‑fall lift: August uptick and a further rise into September (22.99).

Head‑to‑head comparison: Israel vs. global

  • Period alignment (May–June 2025):
  • Israel: 3.15 → 25.00 (avg 14.07)
  • Global: 10.43 → 26.21 (avg 18.32)
  • Relative positioning:
  • May: Israel well below market (−69.9% vs. global).
  • June: in line with overall trends but marginally below (−4.6%).
  • Two‑month average: Israel is 23.2% below global for the same period.
  • Versus the full‑period global average (11.85), Israel’s May–June average (14.07) sits 18.7% above, reflecting June’s elevated CPI.

Seasonality and volatility context

  • Global patterns in the last year suggest:
  • Costs often climb into November before cooling in December–January.
  • Mid‑year can feature sharp movements, with a notable June spike and a July correction.
  • September shows renewed elevation.
  • Israel’s May–June profile fits the mid‑year lift: a low May followed by a June level broadly aligned with the global peak.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry E‑commerce and Israel 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 Israel, 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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Israel Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Apr 13–19Passover
May 1Independence Day
Jun 2Shavuot
Sep 23–24Rosh Hashanah
Oct 2Yom Kippur
Oct 7–14Sukkot

Key Shopping Season

Passover (April), Sukkot and Fall holidays (Sept–Oct), Hanukkah (December)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during Passover as consumers prepare homes and plan meals. Fall holiday cluster may see media consumption fluctuate—consumers often offline during holidays, but prior week advertising demand may peak. Yom HaAtzmaut might spark tourism and leisure engagement. Hanukkah could drive e‑commerce CPMs for toys and electronics.

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.