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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Software Development in Singapore

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Cost Per Purchase for Software Development in Singapore

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads cost-per-purchase benchmarks: key takeaways

  • Scope: This analysis looks at cost per purchase trends for industry Software Development and target country Singapore compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.
  • Relative level: Singapore’s Software Development cost per purchase averages 69.14 over the period, about 40% above the global baseline (49.24). It sits above market in 10 of 11 months.
  • Volatility: Month-to-month variability is high in Singapore (average absolute change 17.59), nearly 8x the global baseline (2.24).
  • Seasonality: The global trend shows a clear Q4-to-Q1 lift, while Singapore spikes in January–February, dips sharply in March, then peaks into late Q2/early Q3 before easing by August.

Overview of Singapore, Software Development (selected data)

  • Average: 69.14 across 11 months (Oct 2024–Aug 2025).
  • High and low:
  • High: 92.23 in June 2025.
  • Low: 43.40 in March 2025.
  • Range: 48.83.
  • Trend over time:
  • From 62.48 (Oct 2024) to 54.58 (Aug 2025): -12.6% overall.
  • Notable swings:
  • Dec → Jan: +23.55 (+40.6%).
  • Jan → Feb: +1.53 (+1.9%).
  • Feb → Mar: -39.74 (-47.8%), the sharpest drop and period low.
  • Apr → May: +21.10.
  • May → Jun: +3.88 to the period high.
  • Jul → Aug: -26.91 (-33.0%).
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change is 17.59, indicating pronounced fluctuations in acquisition cost.

Global baseline (for the same months)

  • Average: 49.24.
  • High and low:
  • High: 53.89 in February 2025.
  • Low: 43.19 in November 2024.
  • Range: 10.70.
  • Trend over time:
  • From 46.67 (Oct 2024) to 45.69 (Aug 2025): -2.1% overall.
  • Seasonality: Clear lift from November to December (+8.34) and sustained into January–February, then gradual easing into summer.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-to-month change is 2.24.

How Singapore compares with the global benchmark

  • Above market overall: Singapore’s average (69.14) is about 40% higher than the global baseline (49.24).
  • Month-by-month positioning:
  • Above baseline in 10 of 11 months; only March is below (43.40 vs 52.61).
  • Largest gap occurs in June (+45.27 versus baseline), with other wide gaps in May (+37.39) and July (+35.28).
  • Stability: Singapore’s variability is markedly higher (17.59 vs 2.24 average absolute monthly change), indicating more pronounced month-to-month swings than the global pattern.
  • Seasonality alignment: The baseline shows the typical Q4–Q1 cost inflation, while Singapore exhibits a stronger early-year spike followed by a March trough and a pronounced mid-year peak (May–June), then softening into August.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Software Development and Singapore 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 Singapore, 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.

Singapore Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 29Chinese New Year Day 1
Jan 30Chinese New Year Day 2
Mar 31Hari Raya Puasa
Apr 18Good Friday
May 1Labour Day
May 12Vesak Day
Jun 7Hari Raya Haji
Aug 9National Day
Oct 20Deepavali
Dec 25Christmas Day

Key Shopping Season

Late January (Chinese New Year), October–December (Deepavali, National Day promotions, Christmas), Mid-year retail events

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during Chinese New Year and Deepavali for gifting, food, and apparel categories. Good Friday, Hari Raya, and Vesak Day long weekends could shift consumer behavior and spike media consumption. National Day promotions might elevate ad costs in entertainment and tourism. Singapore's small, affluent market means events can have noticeable retail impact.

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.