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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Entertainment in Philippines

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Cost Per App Install for Entertainment in Philippines

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • Entertainment apps in the Philippines show an exceptionally low median cost per app install on Facebook Ads—around 98% below the global baseline across the same months observed.
  • Selected average: 0.20 per install (high: 0.26 in April; low: 0.08 in February). First-to-last month rose by 210%.
  • Global baseline (overlapping months Feb, Apr, Jul 2025): 11.74 average (high: 12.35 in July; low: 11.36 in February), up 8.7% from first to last month.
  • Volatility is higher in the Philippines series because of the very low base (+234% from February to April, then -6.9% into July), while the global series moves modestly (+1.4%, then +7.3%).
  • Seasonality in the global trend suggests Q4 and mid-year cost pressure; the Philippines data remains far below market during its observed months.
  • This analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

What this analysis covers

This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Entertainment in the Philippines compared to the global trend. We use monthly medians to benchmark Facebook Ads costs.

Philippines Entertainment: median cost per app install

  • Average across observed months: 0.20 per install.
  • High and low: peaked at 0.26 in April; bottomed at 0.08 in February; range of 0.18.
  • Month-to-month shifts:
  • February to April: +233.6% (0.08 → 0.26)
  • April to July: -6.9% (0.26 → 0.24)
  • From first to last month: +210.3%.
  • Volatility: the coefficient of variation is ~52%, reflecting sharp relative moves on a very small absolute cost base.
  • Median across the period: 0.24.

Versus the global baseline

  • Overlapping months comparison (Feb, Apr, Jul 2025):
  • Philippines Entertainment average: 0.20 vs global 11.74 (about 98.3% lower).
  • February: 0.08 vs 11.36 (≈99% below market)
  • April: 0.26 vs 11.51 (≈98% below market)
  • July: 0.24 vs 12.35 (≈98% below market)
  • Volatility comparison:
  • Philippines: pronounced swings (+234%, then -7%).
  • Global: mild changes (+1.4%, then +7.3%); coefficient of variation ~4.6% over these months.
  • Full-year global context (Oct 2024–Sep 2025):
  • Average: 12.67 per install.
  • High: 26.21 in June 2025.
  • Low: 6.20 in October 2024.

Seasonality context

  • Global baselines show familiar patterns:
  • Q4 uplift (notably November), softer December/January.
  • Pronounced mid-year and late-Q3 spikes (June and September).
  • Philippines Entertainment remained well below the global level throughout its observed months, with a notable step-up from February to April and a slight easing into July.

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

Philippines Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 29Chinese New Year
Apr 9Day of Valor
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 19Black Saturday
May 1Labour Day
Jun 6Eid'l Adha
Jun 12Independence Day
Aug 21Ninoy Aquino Day
Aug 25National Heroes Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Nov 30Bonifacio Day
Dec 8Immaculate Conception
Dec 24Christmas Eve
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 30Rizal Day
Dec 31New Year's Eve

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Rizal Day), June–August (Independence Day and National Heroes Day), Chinese New Year (January) and Eid observances

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Chinese New Year, Eid, and Independence Day for food, gifts, and travel categories. Late November–December retail campaigns see strong competition and elevated CPMs. Long weekend holidays could reduce weekday ad inventory while weekend awareness campaigns benefit from higher media consumption.

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.