ad ROI calculator

Calculate your ad campaign return in seconds. Enter ad spend, revenue, and fees to see ROAS, ROI percentage, and profit margin.

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Live results

ROAS

3.00x

ROI

141.94%

Net profit margin

58.67%

Net profit

$8,800.00

What this calculator does

The Ad ROI Calculator helps agencies quickly validate campaign profitability before presenting results to clients. Instead of reporting spend and clicks in isolation, this tool translates campaign outcomes into business language: return on ad spend, net return, and margin. It is designed for paid media managers, account directors, and agency owners who need fast, credible numbers in discovery calls, monthly reviews, or pre-sales proposals. Use it to benchmark current account performance, compare channels, or stress-test a new media plan. If the output shows weak margin despite strong top-line revenue, you can identify pricing or targeting issues early. For growing agencies, this calculator provides a simple and repeatable way to tie paid media performance back to client profitability.

How to use this calculator

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    Enter monthly ad spend, total revenue generated from paid traffic, and your agency management fee.

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    Review instant outputs for ROAS, ROI percentage, and net profit margin.

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    Use the results to adjust budget, pricing, or campaign strategy before your next client review.

Why this matters for agencies

Agencies lose trust when reporting stays at vanity metrics. ROI-focused reporting helps clients understand whether campaigns are actually profitable after ad costs and management fees. When you can clearly show ROAS, ROI percentage, and net margin, retention conversations become easier and recommendations carry more weight.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good ROI for paid ad campaigns?

A good paid ad ROI varies by industry and sales cycle, but agencies often target at least 20% to 40% positive ROI after media costs and management fees.

How is ad campaign ROI different from ROAS?

ROAS measures revenue divided by ad spend only. ROI includes total campaign cost, including agency fees, to show true profitability.

Should I include agency fees when calculating ROI?

Yes. Including agency fees gives a realistic view of account profitability and prevents overestimating campaign success.

Can this calculator be used for Google and Meta ads?

Yes. The formula works for any paid channel as long as you provide accurate spend and attributed revenue.

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