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

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Cost Per Purchase for E-commerce in Philippines

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for E-commerce in the 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

  • Median cost-per-purchase in the Philippines is consistently below the global baseline in all 12 overlapping months, averaging 42% lower (28.21 vs. 49.02).
  • The Philippine series is highly volatile (average month-to-month swing of ~29.9%) versus a steadier global trend (~4.3%).
  • Clear seasonality: costs rise into December and early Q1, dip mid-year (July), then rebound sharply in August.
  • Highest month in the Philippines: April 2025 (42.72); lowest: July 2025 (18.09). First-to-last change: +29.5% (Sep 2024 to Aug 2025).
  • Global highs and lows are tighter (53.89 in February 2025; 43.19 in November 2024) with a slight downtrend over the period (-2.0%).

Overview of the Philippine E-commerce trend

  • Average and range: The 12‑month median cost-per-purchase averages 28.21, with a wide range from 18.09 (July 2025) to 42.72 (April 2025), a spread of 24.63.
  • Direction: From 24.32 in September 2024 to 31.49 in August 2025, the series increases by 29.5%.
  • Volatility: Large month-to-month moves (e.g., +32.6% in December 2024, +47.7% in February 2025, +53.4% in April 2025, −33.2% in June 2025, +74.1% in August 2025) indicate substantial variability.

How it compares to the global baseline

  • Relative level: Philippine E-commerce runs ~42% below market on average (28.21 vs. 49.02), and remains below baseline every month.
  • Peaks and troughs: The Philippine peak (42.72 in April 2025) is ~21% lower than the global peak (53.89 in February 2025). The Philippine trough (18.09 in July 2025) is ~58% below the global trough (43.19 in November 2024).
  • Trend and stability: While the Philippines ends higher than it started, the global series edges down slightly over the same period (−2.0%) and is markedly more stable (average absolute month-to-month change ~4.3%).

Seasonality and pattern signals

  • Q4–Q1 lift: Both series show costs rising into December (Philippines +32.6% from November; global +19.3%) and staying elevated through early Q1, aligning with peak shopping periods.
  • Mid‑year softness: Costs ease into mid‑year, with the Philippines hitting its low in July (18.09) before a sharp August rebound (+74.1% month-over-month).
  • The Philippine pattern mirrors global seasonality but with larger swings.

Monthly highlights

  • December 2024: Philippine costs jump to 29.89 from 22.53; global rises to 51.53 from 43.19.
  • February–April 2025: Elevated Philippine costs (32.52 in February; 42.72 peak in April); global peak in February at 53.89.
  • June–August 2025: Philippine decline to 25.80 in June and 18.09 in July, then a strong recovery to 31.49 in August; global edges down gradually across the summer months.

Understanding cost-per-purchase 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.

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 healthy cost per purchase for ecommerce brands?

It depends on your product price and margins. Most brands aim for $10 to $50. For higher-ticket products, a higher CPA may be acceptable as long as you're maintaining a strong return on ad spend.

How does product price impact CPA benchmarks?

Higher-priced products typically have a higher CPA because people take longer to convert. That's not necessarily a problem if your margin can support it. You should measure CPA in context with AOV and LTV.

Why are my purchase costs going up despite stable ROAS?

Your AOV may be increasing, which helps maintain ROAS even if CPA rises. You could also be facing higher CPMs, lower conversion rates, or creative fatigue.

Should I use manual bidding to control CPA more effectively?

Manual bidding can help if you're struggling to stay within target CPA. It's best used by experienced advertisers who can monitor performance and adjust regularly. It gives more control, but also requires more effort.

How do I scale spend without letting CPA skyrocket?

Increase budget gradually, rotate creative often, and avoid overlapping audiences. Scaling too quickly can lead to audience saturation and rising CPAs.