TikTok Ads VS Meta Ads

Complete cost comparison and performance analysis for 2026

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Quick Comparison

TikTok Ads

Short-form video advertising on TikTok

CPC
N/A
CPM
$10.00
Best For:
Gen Z Viral content Creative brands
Pricing: medium

Meta Ads

Facebook and Instagram advertising - highly targetable social ads

CPC
$0.97
CPM
$7.19
Lower Cost
Best For:
Social engagement Mobile users Visual brands
Pricing: low

Side-by-Side Comparison

Feature TikTok Ads Meta Ads
Cost Per Click (CPC) N/A $0.97
Cost Per Thousand Impressions (CPM) $10.00 $7.19
Pricing Tier medium low

When to Use Each Platform

Choose TikTok Ads If:

  • You're targeting gen z
  • You're targeting viral content
  • You're targeting creative brands

Choose Meta Ads If:

  • You're targeting social engagement
  • You're targeting mobile users
  • You're targeting visual brands
  • You want lower cost per thousand impressions ($7.19 vs $10.00)

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Data last updated: January 17, 2026