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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Marketplaces in Philippines

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Cost Per App Install for Marketplaces in Philippines

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

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Facebook Ads benchmarks summary: cost per app install in Marketplaces, Philippines

This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Marketplaces and target country Philippines 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

  • Overall level: Philippines Marketplaces sits below the global baseline on average across the overlapping window (May–Aug 2025), about 30% lower (11.21 vs 16.00).
  • Volatility: Selected data shows moderate month-to-month volatility (average absolute change 6.40), lower than the global baseline’s volatility over the same window (10.76).
  • Highs and lows: The Philippines peaked in May (20.49) and bottomed in June (6.19). Globally, the high was June (26.21) and the low was May (10.43).
  • Direction: From first to last observed month, the Philippines declined 45.9% (May→Aug), while the global baseline rose 43.7% in the same period.
  • Seasonality context: The global series shows notable Q4 uplift in November 2024 and mid-year spikes in June and September 2025; the Philippines pattern diverges in early summer with far lower June costs.

Selected data (Marketplaces, Philippines)

  • Period covered: May–Aug 2025.
  • Average cost per app install: 11.21.
  • High and low: High in May 2025 at 20.49; low in June 2025 at 6.19; range of 14.31.
  • Month-to-month changes:
  • May→Jun: -69.8% (20.49 to 6.19)
  • Jun→Jul: +14.4% (6.19 to 7.08)
  • Jul→Aug: +56.8% (7.08 to 11.09)
  • First-to-last change: -45.9% from May to August.
  • Volatility: Average absolute change of 6.40 month to month; notable dip in June followed by a steady rebuild through July and August.

Comparison to global baseline

  • Overlapping average (May–Aug 2025): Philippines at 11.21 vs global 16.00 (about 30% below market).
  • Month-by-month positioning:
  • May: Above market (+96% vs global 10.43)
  • June: Well below market (-76% vs global 26.21)
  • July: Below market (-43% vs global 12.35)
  • August: Below market (-26% vs global 15.00)
  • Volatility comparison (May–Aug): Global baseline average absolute change 10.76 (more volatile than the Philippines at 6.40), driven by a June spike and July pullback.
  • Directional trend: Global baseline climbed from May to August (+43.7%), while the Philippines trended down from its May high into August.

Broader baseline context and seasonality

  • Q4 2024: Global costs rose from October (6.20) to a November peak (14.28) before easing in December (8.52).
  • Early 2025: Alternating pattern with increases in February (11.36) and April (11.51).
  • Mid-to-late 2025: Sharp global spike in June (26.21) and another elevated value in September (22.99), indicating seasonal and promotional uplifts.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Marketplaces 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 Marketplaces 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.