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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Denmark

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Cost Per App Install for SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Denmark

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry SaaS & Cloud Platforms and target country Denmark compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Denmark’s median cost per app install (CPI) averaged 33.48 over Sep 2024–Aug 2025, about 3.1x the global baseline average of 10.92 for the same months.
  • Seasonal patterns are clear: rising through Q4, a January correction, strong escalation from February to April, a sharp dip in July, and an exceptional spike in August.
  • Volatility is high in absolute terms (average month-to-month move of 22.81 vs the baseline’s 6.16), with a median percentage move of about 39.6% per month (baseline ~52.9%).
  • Denmark was above market in 8 of 12 months, especially December–June and August; below the global trend in September, October, November, and July.

Denmark SaaS & Cloud Platforms: what the selected data shows

  • Average and central tendency:
  • Average CPI: 33.48; median: 24.65.
  • Highs and lows:
  • Low: 1.94 in Sep 2024; high: 139.26 in Aug 2025.
  • Trend and change:
  • From the first to last month, CPI rose from 1.94 to 139.26 (+~7,070%).
  • Notable moves:
  • Q4 climb: Sep→Oct (+40%), Oct→Nov (+378%), Nov→Dec (+26%).
  • January reset: Dec→Jan (-25%).
  • Strong ramp: Jan→Feb (+169%), Feb→Mar (+14%), Mar→Apr (+56%).
  • Stabilization: Apr→May (-31%), May→Jun (-1%).
  • Sharp mid-year dip: Jun→Jul (-85%).
  • Exceptional spike: Jul→Aug (+2,147%).
  • Volatility:
  • Average absolute month-to-month change: 22.81.
  • Median month-to-month percentage move: ~39.6%.

How Denmark compares to the global baseline

  • Level comparison (Sep 2024–Aug 2025):
  • Denmark average: 33.48 vs global 10.92 (about 206% higher).
  • Denmark median: 24.65 vs global median 10.90.
  • Highs and lows:
  • Global low: 1.98 (Sep 2024); high: 26.21 (Jun 2025).
  • Denmark exceeded the global high in multiple months, peaking at 139.26 in August.
  • Month-by-month positioning:
  • Below market: Sep (-2%), Oct (-56%), Nov (-9%), Jul (-50%).
  • Above market: Dec (+91%), Jan (+93%), Feb (+190%), Mar (+450%), Apr (+412%), May (+288%), Jun (+53%), Aug (+828%).
  • Trend comparison:
  • Global CPI rose +~658% from Sep 2024 to Aug 2025 (1.98 to 15.00), peaking in June before easing.
  • Denmark followed a similar Q4 lift and early-year build, but with much steeper increases from February onward and a uniquely large August spike.
  • Volatility:
  • Denmark’s average absolute monthly swing (22.81) far exceeds the global baseline (6.16), indicating higher absolute cost variability despite a slightly lower median percentage move.

Seasonal patterns and notable months

  • Q4: Costs generally rose into the holiday period; Denmark continued rising through December, while the global series eased in December after a November peak.
  • Q1–Q2: Both series escalated in early 2025; Denmark’s acceleration from February to April was markedly stronger, with elevated levels sustained into June.
  • Summer: The global trend cooled in July–August; Denmark dipped sharply in July before a pronounced August spike to the period high.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry SaaS & Cloud Platforms and Denmark 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 SaaS & Cloud Platforms industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Denmark, 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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Denmark Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Whit Sunday
Jun 9Whit Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Second Day of Christmas

Key Shopping Season

Christmas & Boxing Day (late Dec), Easter holidays (groceries, travel, tourism), Mother's Day and Valentine's Day

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter period due to travel-related campaigns. Late December ad competition might intensify in retail and hospitality. Whit Weekend might reduce weekday competition. Strict retail closures on holidays could drop competition, but pre-holiday CPMs may escalate.

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.