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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Software Development in France

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Cost Per Purchase for Software Development in France

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Main takeaways

  • 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 Software Development and target country France compared to the global trend.
  • France (Software Development) sits above market most of the period: the average cost per purchase is 72.13, versus a global baseline of 49.24 (+46% higher).
  • Volatility is elevated in France: average month‑to‑month movement is 19.56, versus just 2.24 on the baseline. The sharpest swing is a +98.6% jump from April to May.
  • Seasonally, France shows a pronounced Q2–early Q3 surge (May–July), while the global trend remains relatively flat with a slight easing through summer.
  • From Oct 2024 to Aug 2025, France rises 63% overall; the baseline slips 2%.

Overview of France, Software Development (selected data)

  • Average across the period: 72.13
  • High: 125.41 in June 2025
  • Low: 36.30 in November 2024
  • First to last month: 47.75 (Oct 2024) to 77.93 (Aug 2025), a +63% increase
  • Volatility: average absolute month‑over‑month change of 19.56
  • Notable moves:
  • November 2024 marks the period low (36.30), followed by a holiday‑season lift into December (55.44) and January (57.29).
  • The steepest run‑up occurs in late spring: April (58.50) to May (116.17, +98.6%), peaking in June (125.41).
  • Costs ease from the peak but remain elevated: July (99.19) and August (77.93).

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Average: Baseline at 49.24 vs France at 72.13 (+46% above market).
  • Highs and lows:
  • Baseline high: 53.89 (February 2025); low: 43.19 (November 2024).
  • France exceeds the baseline in 9 of 11 overlapping months; it dips below in November 2024 and March 2025.
  • Trend over time:
  • Baseline edges down from 46.67 (Oct 2024) to 45.69 (Aug 2025), a modest −2% change.
  • France ascends notably from late Q1 into Q2 and remains elevated into summer, diverging from the relatively steady global pattern.
  • Volatility:
  • Baseline month‑to‑month movement averages 2.24, indicating a stable market range (roughly mid‑40s to mid‑50s).
  • France shows larger, more frequent swings, especially around April–June.

Seasonal patterns and stability

  • Q4 dynamics: In France, November is a low point with a rise into December, aligning with typical holiday pressure on costs.
  • Q2–Q3 intensity: France exhibits a strong cost per purchase spike from May through July, unlike the baseline, which stays comparatively flat and slightly softens into summer.
  • Stability: The baseline’s narrow band (approx. 43–54) contrasts with France’s wider spread (36–125), underscoring higher variability in Software Development ads within France.

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

France Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday (Alsace & Moselle)
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 8Victory in Europe Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 9Whit Monday
Jul 14Bastille Day
Aug 15Assumption Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Nov 11Armistice Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Saint Stephen's Day (Alsace & Moselle)

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), May–June (spring sales)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during spring holidays when leisure and travel campaigns see higher engagement. Extended 'ponts' (bridge days) in May could create long weekends with lower weekday ad inventory. Late November and December feature steep increases in ad competition. Christmas season may drive peak ad volumes.

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.