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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Entertainment in Netherlands

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Cost Per Purchase for Entertainment in Netherlands

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

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Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: Entertainment in Netherlands vs global

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

Key takeaways

  • Overall level: The Netherlands Entertainment segment averaged 33.96 cost per purchase across Oct 2024–Aug 2025, about 31% below the global baseline average of 49.24 (below market).
  • Volatility: Month-to-month volatility was high in the Netherlands (average absolute change 35.8%) versus a steady global baseline (4.7%).
  • Trend direction: The selected series fell 53% from October to August, while the global baseline declined only 2% over the same period.
  • Seasonal shape: The global baseline rose in late Q4–Q1, while the Netherlands series did not show a December lift; instead, it dipped in December and spiked in March.
  • Relative positioning by month: The Netherlands was below the global level in 9 of 11 months, briefly above market in November 2024 and March 2025.

Selected data overview (Entertainment, Netherlands)

  • Average: 33.96
  • High: 56.83 in March 2025
  • Low: 17.40 in June 2025
  • First-to-last change: 44.67 (Oct 2024) to 20.97 (Aug 2025), down 53%
  • Volatility:
  • Largest spike: March +117% month over month (from 26.16 to 56.83)
  • Sharpest drop: April −50.6% month over month (to 28.06)
  • Additional swings: June −36.0% (to the period low), July +69.9%, August −29.1%
  • Notable monthly movements:
  • Q4 2024: October–November steady (~44.7–44.9), December dips to 38.34
  • Q1 2025: January stable at 39.58, February drops to 26.16, March peaks at 56.83
  • Q2–Q3 2025: April–June declines to the low in June (17.40), followed by a July rebound and August pullback

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Baseline average: 49.24 (Oct 2024–Aug 2025)
  • Baseline high/low: High 53.89 (Feb 2025), low 43.19 (Nov 2024)
  • Baseline first-to-last: 46.67 (Oct) to 45.69 (Aug), down 2%
  • Range and stability: Global range was narrow (≈10.69) with modest month-to-month moves (avg abs change 4.7%), indicating steady market conditions compared with the Netherlands’ wide range (≈39.44).
  • Relative level by month:
  • Above market: November 2024 (+3.9% vs baseline), March 2025 (+8.0%)
  • Below market: All other months, often materially lower (e.g., June 17.40 vs 46.96 globally)

Seasonal patterns and context

  • Global pattern: Costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods and remain elevated into Q1; the baseline reflects this with higher levels from December through February.
  • Netherlands Entertainment pattern: Divergent from the global shape—December declined versus October–November, and the notable peak occurred in March, not December. Subsequent volatility through Q2–Q3 produced a new low in June before a partial July rebound.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Entertainment and Netherlands 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 Entertainment industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Netherlands, 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

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Netherlands Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 26King's Day
May 5Liberation Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Pentecost Sunday
Jun 9Pentecost Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas and Boxing Day sales), Spring holidays (April–June tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during spring holiday cluster when travel and leisure ads see elevated engagement. Liberation Day (May 5) is mandatory national holiday—ad inventory might shrink. Ad competition increases in late December for holiday promotions. Few summer holidays mean more consistent campaign performance through summer.

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.