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Facebook Ads Cost Per App Install Benchmarks for Wine and Spirits in India

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Cost Per App Install for Wine and Spirits in India

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost-per-app-install benchmarks: Wine and Spirits in India vs. global

Based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks, this analysis looks at cost-per-app-install trends for industry Wine and Spirits and target country India compared to the global trend.

  • Data availability: no monthly observations were returned for Wine and Spirits in India in the period provided, so the comparison to the global baseline cannot be quantified. Results below summarize the global baseline to offer directional context.
  • Global baseline level: average cost per app install was $11.85 across the period, with a low of $1.98 (Sep 2024) and a high of $26.21 (Jun 2025).
  • Momentum: the series ends at $22.99 in Sep 2025, up +1,061% from Sep 2024.
  • Volatility: month-to-month absolute changes had a median of about 53%, with notable surges in Oct 2024 (+213%), Nov 2024 (+131%), and Jun 2025 (+151%).
  • Seasonality: Q4 2024 showed a November spike followed by a December pullback; costs eased in Q1 2025 and rose in Q2–Q3 2025, with peaks in June and September.

Scope and framing

This analysis focuses on cost per app install for Wine and Spirits in India versus the global benchmark. Because the selected segment contains no in-scope data points for the months shown, relative positioning (above market, below average, or in line) cannot be determined for India. The global series is presented as the available benchmark.

Global baseline overview

  • Average across all months: $11.85
  • High: $26.21 in Jun 2025
  • Low: $1.98 in Sep 2024
  • First-to-last change: from $1.98 (Sep 2024) to $22.99 (Sep 2025), a +1,061% increase
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Oct 2024: +213% vs. Sep
  • Nov 2024: +131% vs. Oct (peak within Q4)
  • Dec 2024: -40% vs. Nov (pullback after peak)
  • Jun 2025: +151% vs. May (period high)
  • Jul 2025: -53% vs. Jun (largest decline)
  • Volatility: the median absolute month-to-month change was approximately 53%, indicating a highly variable cost environment.

Seasonal patterns observed in the baseline

  • Q4 2024 average: $9.67, driven by a November spike and a December correction.
  • Q1 2025 average: $8.20, softer than Q4 as costs eased early in the year.
  • Q2 2025 average: $16.05, elevated by a sharp rise in June.
  • Q3 2025 average: $16.78, sustained at higher levels with a late-quarter lift in September.

Comparison for Wine and Spirits in India

  • Selected segment data points: none available for the months analyzed.
  • Relative level vs. global baseline: not determinable with the provided data.
  • Variability vs. global baseline: not determinable with the provided data.
  • Seasonal alignment: not assessable for India given the absence of monthly values.

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

India Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 26Republic Day
Mar 14Holi
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
Aug 15Independence Day
Oct 2Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
Oct 21Diwali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

October (Diwali), Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas), July–August (Raksha Bandhan, Ganesh Chaturthi)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPMs might spike significantly during Diwali, especially in electronics, apparel, jewellery, and gifts. Black Friday/Cyber Monday and December could drive elevated ad competition. State-specific festivals might see regional campaign spikes. Bank closures during holidays may push online shopping to cluster in end-of-week periods.

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.