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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Wellness & Holistic Health in United Arab Emirates

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Cost Per App Install for Wellness & Holistic Health in United Arab Emirates

October 2024 - October 2025

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Detailed observation of presented data

Cost per app install benchmarks: Wellness & Holistic Health in United Arab Emirates vs. global

This analysis looks at cost per app install trends for industry Wellness & Holistic Health and target country United Arab Emirates 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

  • Selected segment availability: No monthly data points are available for Wellness & Holistic Health in United Arab Emirates during the observed period, so relative positioning versus the market cannot be established for this segment.
  • Global baseline context: The worldwide cost per app install shows high volatility with a pronounced rise across mid-2025 and a Q4 bump in 2024.
  • Seasonality: A typical Q4 lift appears in November, followed by a December easing. A sharp run-up emerges from late spring into summer 2025, with elevated levels carried into early fall.

Selected segment (United Arab Emirates, Wellness & Holistic Health)

  • Data coverage: No observations reported in the selected_data series for the covered months.
  • As a result, averages, highs/lows, first-to-last change, and volatility metrics cannot be computed for the selected segment.

Global baseline highlights (directional benchmark)

  • Period covered: 2024-09 to 2025-09
  • Average median cost per app install: $11.85
  • High: $26.21 in 2025-06
  • Low: $1.98 in 2024-09
  • First-to-last change: from $1.98 (2024-09) to $22.99 (2025-09), a +1,062% increase. The unusually low starting point magnifies the percentage rise.
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Q4 lift: up to $14.28 in 2024-11, then easing to $8.52 in 2024-12.
  • Spring wobble: $6.87 in 2025-03 before rebounding to $11.51 in 2025-04.
  • Summer surge: climbs to the period high of $26.21 in 2025-06, softens to $12.35 in 2025-07, then rises again to $15.00 in 2025-08 and $22.99 in 2025-09.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change of roughly 74%, indicating a highly variable market.

Seasonality and pattern reading

  • Q4: Costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods; the baseline shows a November spike with a December pullback.
  • Mid-year pressure: An outsized surge appears in June 2025, with sustained elevation into late summer and early fall, suggesting broad competitive intensity beyond holiday peaks.

Comparative view

  • Relative position: Because the selected segment (Wellness & Holistic Health, United Arab Emirates) has no available observations for the timeframe, it cannot be labeled as above market, below average, or in line with overall trends.
  • Benchmarking guidance: The global baseline offers a directional reference for how costs moved worldwide over the same period.

Understanding cost per app install benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Wellness & Holistic Health and United Arab Emirates 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 Wellness & Holistic Health industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting United Arab Emirates, 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.

United Arab Emirates Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Mar 30–31Eid al-Fitr
Jun 6Arafat Day
Jun 7–9Eid al-Adha
Jul 7Islamic New Year
Sep 15Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
Dec 1Commemoration Day
Dec 2–3UAE National Day

Key Shopping Season

Ramadan + Eid (Mar–Apr), End of November–December (UAE National Day, Christmas, New Year), Dubai Shopping Festival (mid-Dec through Jan)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs may rise sharply during Ramadan and Eid, especially in e‑commerce, gifting, F&B, and beauty sectors. UAE National Day campaigns could lead to high local bidding activity in travel, banking, and luxury retail. Dubai Shopping Festival drives elevated CPMs from mid-December to mid-January. Islamic holidays shift each year, affecting year-over-year comparisons.

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.