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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks in Philippines

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Cost Per Purchase in Philippines

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: Philippines vs. global

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for industry All industries available 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.

  • Overall level: The Philippines ran below market for most of the period—averaging 31.64 vs. a global 49.02—about 35% lower. It moved above the global benchmark only in August 2025.
  • Trend direction: Philippines rose 38.7% from September 2024 to August 2025, while the global baseline declined 2.0% over the same window.
  • Volatility: Philippines showed high month-to-month variability (average change 14.18), compared with a much steadier global trend (2.04).
  • Seasonality: The global series shows the familiar Q4–Q1 lift. The Philippines diverged in November with a sharp dip, then aligned with a December jump and a notable Q2–Q3 surge into August.

Philippines: what the selected data shows

Period: Sep 2024–Aug 2025 (monthly medians of cost per purchase)

  • Average: 31.64
  • High: 49.50 in April 2025
  • Low: 12.03 in November 2024
  • Range: 37.47
  • First to last month: 34.63 (Sep 2024) to 48.03 (Aug 2025), up 38.7%
  • Volatility (avg month-to-month absolute change): 14.18
  • Notable spikes/dips:
  • Sharp dip in November 2024 (12.03), followed by a December jump (+24.35 vs. November).
  • Peak in April 2025 (49.50), then a quick pullback in May (−18.15 vs. April).
  • Another surge from July to August 2025 (+27.70), pushing back near the annual high.

Seasonal patterns:

  • Q4: Costs softened into November but rose strongly in December, consistent with holiday pressure.
  • Q1: Unlike the global pattern, January saw a notable drop (16.84) before normalizing by March–April.
  • Mid-year: A pronounced lift in April and again in August signals renewed demand or competition in Q2–Q3.

Comparison with the global baseline

Overlap months: Sep 2024–Aug 2025

  • Global average: 49.02; Philippines average: 31.64 (about 35% lower).
  • Highs and lows:
  • Global high: 53.89 in February 2025; low: 43.19 in November 2024.
  • Philippines high/low: 49.50 (Apr 2025) and 12.03 (Nov 2024).
  • Trend from first to last month:
  • Global: 46.60 (Sep 2024) to 45.69 (Aug 2025), −2.0%.
  • Philippines: +38.7% over the same period.
  • Volatility:
  • Global: very steady (avg month-to-month change 2.04).
  • Philippines: far more variable (14.18), with multiple double-digit moves.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Philippines below the global benchmark in 11 of 12 months.
  • August 2025 was the exception: Philippines 48.03 vs. global 45.69 (+5.1% above market).

Seasonality and timing takeaways

  • Global benchmarks show the classic Q4 rise peaking into Q1 (Dec–Feb), then gradually easing by summer.
  • The Philippines diverged in November (unusually low), aligned with a December lift, and exhibited outsized swings through Q2–Q3, culminating in a late-summer spike.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry All industries available 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. Different industries see varying ad costs due to market competition, user demographics, and conversion value. 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'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.