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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Norway

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Cost Per Purchase for SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Norway

October 2024 - October 2025

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Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Norway vs global

This analysis looks at cost-per-purchase trends for SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Norway 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: Norway’s SaaS & Cloud Platforms cost-per-purchase averaged 177.9 across Oct 2024–Aug 2025, about 3.6x above the global baseline (49.2).
  • Volatility: Very high month-to-month movement in Norway (average absolute change 54.8%) versus a steady global benchmark (4.7%).
  • Seasonality and trend: Costs fell through Q4 2024 in Norway, then surged from spring into a July 2025 peak (616.6) before easing in August. The global series stayed relatively flat across the same period.
  • Net change: From October 2024 to August 2025, Norway rose +32.8%, while the global baseline edged down -2.1%.

Selected data highlights (SaaS & Cloud Platforms, Norway)

  • Average: 177.9
  • High: 616.6 in July 2025
  • Low: 65.2 in December 2024
  • Range: 551.4 (high–low)
  • First-to-last change: +32.8% (172.7 in Oct 2024 to 229.3 in Aug 2025)
  • Notable moves:
  • Q4 softness: Oct → Dec fell -62% (172.7 → 65.2)
  • Early lift: Jan → Mar rose +67.5% (68.8 → 115.2)
  • Spring–summer surge: Apr → Jul jumped +677% (79.4 → 616.6), with large spikes:
  • Apr → May: +145%
  • May → Jun: +33%
  • Jun → Jul: +139%
  • Pullback: Jul → Aug: -63% (616.6 → 229.3)
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change 54.8%, indicating sharp swings.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Average level: Norway (177.9) vs global (49.2) = ~3.6x above market.
  • High/low comparison (same months):
  • Global high: 53.9 (Feb 2025); global low: 43.2 (Nov 2024)
  • Norway remained above the global line every month, from a low premium of ~1.3x (Dec 2024) to a high of ~13.3x (Jul 2025).
  • Stability: Global series was steady with minor fluctuations (average absolute MoM change 4.7%), compared to pronounced swings in Norway.
  • Seasonal patterns:
  • Norway diverged from typical Q4 pressures, trending down across Oct–Dec 2024 (average 105.6), then accelerated through Q2–Q3 2025.
  • The global baseline showed a narrow band throughout, with a gentle easing from May onward.

What this means for benchmarking

Across Oct 2024–Aug 2025, SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Norway exhibited consistently above-market cost-per-purchase, higher peaks, and materially greater volatility than the global benchmark. The data shows Q4 softness followed by a strong climb into mid-2025, culminating in a July spike before moderating in August, while the global trend stayed broadly flat.

Understanding cost-per-purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry SaaS & Cloud Platforms and Norway 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 SaaS & Cloud Platforms industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Norway, 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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Norway Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 17Constitution Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Whit Sunday
Jun 9Whit Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Singles Day), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), Spring holiday period (April–May travel and tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter and Ascension when Norwegians travel or spend time on leisure. Constitution Day (May 17) is widely celebrated—media activity may increase and ad competition could intensify. Most public holidays result in shop closures; ad inventory may shrink during holidays. Pentecost weekend may reduce weekday competition.

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.