ASA vs Google Ads UAC Cost Calculator

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Helps mobile advertisers compare the true cost-per-install and cost-per-acquisition between Apple Search Ads and Google Universal App Campaigns to decide where to allocate budget.

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ASA vs Google Ads UAC Cost Calculator

Compare the estimated monthly spend and installs between Apple Search Ads and Google UAC by entering your budget, average cost-per-tap or install, and expected conversion rate for each platform.

Enter your budget and cost data above.

Enter your total monthly budget and the average cost-per-metric for each platform to estimate how many installs you can expect.

What this tool does

Helps mobile advertisers compare the true cost-per-install and cost-per-acquisition between Apple Search Ads and Google Universal App Campaigns to decide where to allocate budget.

How to use it

  • Total Monthly Budget: the amount you plan to spend across both platforms
  • Apple Search Ads Avg CPT: your typical cost-per-tap on ASA (check your campaign dashboard)
  • Google UAC Avg CPI: your typical cost-per-install on Google (check your campaign dashboard)

The calculator averages the two cost-per-install estimates and divides your budget to give a blended install projection.

Why it matters

Many app marketers split budget 50/50 between Apple Search Ads and Google UAC without checking which platform delivers cheaper installs. Comparing your actual CPT and CPI side by side helps you shift spend toward the better-performing channel.

How to use the result

If one platform has a significantly lower cost-per-install, consider allocating 60-70% of your budget there. Re-check monthly as costs shift with competition.

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Jamie — App Marketing Expert (website)

Jamie helps app developers and marketers master Apple Search Ads and app store advertising through data-driven strategies and profitable keyword targeting.

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