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Facebook Ads Cost Per Lead Benchmarks for E-commerce in Philippines

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Cost Per Lead for E-commerce in Philippines

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • On average, cost per lead (CPL) in E-commerce for the Philippines sits well above the global baseline over the observed months (+78%), driven largely by an extreme June 2025 spike.
  • Excluding June 2025, the Philippine CPL aligns with the global average, indicating typical performance with periodic spikes and dips.
  • Seasonal patterns are visible: Q4 costs rise, January resets lower CPL, followed by uneven movements into late Q1. The global trend shows a milder Q4 uplift.
  • Volatility is high in the selected data, with large month-to-month swings compared to a steady global baseline.

This analysis looks at cost per lead trends for industry E-commerce 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.

Selected trend highlights

  • Period covered: Sep 2024 to Jun 2025 (8 months observed).
  • Average CPL: 64.50; median: 37.69.
  • High: 261.28 (Jun 2025). Low: 8.70 (Mar 2025).
  • Change from first to last month: +1,286% (Sep 2024 to Jun 2025).
  • Volatility: average month-to-month absolute change of 65.6, indicating large swings.
  • Notable movements:
  • Q4 pattern: Oct 2024 jumped +124% vs Sep; Dec 2024 rose +84% vs Nov, reaching 60.89.
  • Post-holiday reset: Jan 2025 fell −64% from Dec.
  • Feb 2025 surged +215% vs Jan to 68.99.
  • Mar 2025 dipped sharply to 8.70 (−87% vs Feb).
  • Jun 2025 spiked to 261.28 (+2,902% vs Mar).

Comparison with the global baseline

  • To ensure an apples-to-apples view, the baseline is evaluated on the same months.
  • Baseline averages: mean 36.35; median 36.95.
  • Baseline high/low: 41.58 (Nov 2024) and 31.12 (Oct 2024).
  • Baseline first-to-last change: +16.6% (Sep 2024 to Jun 2025).
  • Baseline volatility: average month-to-month absolute change of 4.73, indicating steady global conditions.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Above market: Oct 2024 (+36%), Dec 2024 (+54%), Feb 2025 (+78%), Jun 2025 (~6.8x the baseline).
  • Below market: Sep 2024 (−43%), Nov 2024 (−20%), Jan 2025 (−38%), Mar 2025 (−73%).
  • Overall level: The Philippines’ average CPL is about 78% higher than the global baseline across the observed months. However, excluding the June outlier, the average (36.39) is essentially in line with the baseline (36.35), and the median (37.69) is close to the baseline median (36.95).

Seasonality and patterns marketers should note

  • Q4 effect: Both the selected trend and the global baseline reflect higher costs in November–December, consistent with holiday season competition in Facebook Ads.
  • January reset: CPL drops notably in January for the Philippines, mirroring typical post-peak season easing.
  • Early-year divergence: February shows a pronounced spike locally versus a mild uptick globally; March flips to a deep local dip while the baseline remains steady.
  • Outlier month: June 2025 stands out as a significant anomaly, far above the global pattern.

Understanding cost per lead benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry E-commerce 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 E-commerce industry, Facebook ad costs can be varied, with peaks during holiday seasons and competitive product categories. 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.

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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 is considered a good cost per lead on Facebook in 2025?

A good CPL usually ranges from $10 to $50, depending on your industry and target audience. B2C offers tend to be cheaper, while B2B or high-ticket services may see CPLs over $100.

Why is my CPL higher than industry averages?

Your CPL could be high due to weak creative, irrelevant targeting, or an offer that doesn't resonate. Low engagement or poor conversion rates on your landing page can also drive up costs.

Does campaign objective impact CPL?

Yes. Campaigns optimized for conversions or leads tend to generate cheaper and more qualified leads compared to traffic or engagement objectives. Facebook needs clear signals to find the right users.

How can I generate leads at a lower cost without hurting lead quality?

Focus on improving your offer, targeting the right audience, and using high-converting creative. Test native lead forms, but make sure you're still qualifying users properly.

Should I optimize for leads or conversions if my goal is pipeline growth?

If your goal is sales or revenue, optimizing for deeper funnel conversions is better. Optimizing for leads alone can inflate volume but hurt quality.