{"id":23684,"date":"2026-09-29T13:47:01","date_gmt":"2026-09-29T13:47:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.altosor-communication.com\/blog\/23678\/"},"modified":"2026-09-29T18:10:05","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T18:10:05","slug":"google-ads-price","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.altosor-communication.com\/en\/blog\/google-ads-price\/","title":{"rendered":"Google Ads prices: what budget should you plan for an SME in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
For an SME, a Google Ads media budget<\/b> of between \u20ac500 and \u20ac2,000 per month can be a starting point, excluding management fees. The amount actually needed depends on the industry, the geographic area you’re targeting, the cost of keywords, and the number of conversions expected. <\/p>
In a local market that is not very competitive, \u20ac500 may be enough to run a first test. In a more competitive industry, a budget of \u20ac1,500 or more may be needed to get enough clicks and leads. The right Google Ads budget is therefore not the highest amount<\/b> : it is the one that collects enough data to calculate a reliable cost per lead and gradually improve the campaign. <\/p>
In the rest of this article, we detail the main costs and budgets to plan for<\/b> depending on your business.<\/p>
Google Ads Prices<\/a><\/p> Google Ads<\/strong> is Google’s advertising network<\/strong>, delivering text<\/strong>, picture<\/strong> and dynamic<\/strong> ads<\/strong> on the Search Network<\/strong>, Display Network<\/strong>, Google Shopping<\/strong>, YouTube<\/strong> and more.<\/p> Unlike Search Engine Optim<\/strong>ization (SEO)<\/strong>, Search Engine Advertising (SEA)<\/strong> is based on a bidding system<\/strong>: you pay<\/strong> for your ads<\/strong> to appear at the top of Google results pages<\/strong>, according to specific queries<\/strong>.<\/p> The main campaign formats :<\/p> Each type of campaign<\/strong> has different objectives: generating traffic<\/strong>, increasing conversions<\/strong>, developing brand awareness<\/strong> or attracting new customers<\/strong>.<\/p> Contact Altosor to set up your Google Ads campaign<\/a><\/p> The price of a Google Ads campaign<\/strong> is never fixed. It depends on a number of interacting variables that must be controlled to optimize your advertising budget<\/strong>. Here are the main factors to consider: <\/p> The choice of keywords<\/strong> is fundamental. The more competitive a keyword, the higher its cost per click (CPC)<\/strong>. It is therefore essential to : <\/p> See our keyword audit service<\/a><\/p> Precise targeting<\/strong> ensures that your ads reach the right people:<\/p> Well-defined targeting improves ad relevance and reduces unnecessary expenditure.<\/p> The quality score<\/strong> awarded by Google depends on :<\/p> A well-written, well-targeted ad often costs less and achieves a better position.<\/p> Optimize your ads with Altosor<\/a><\/p> Certain sectors, such as legal<\/strong>, finance<\/strong> or healthcare<\/strong>, have higher bids<\/strong> due to the high level of competition. The volume of searches<\/strong> on targeted keywords also influences the budget required<\/strong> to obtain results. <\/p> Discover our solutions for your industry<\/a><\/p> The type of Google Ads campaign<\/strong> you choose has a direct impact on your cost-per-click (CPC)<\/strong>, overall budget<\/strong> and return on investment<\/strong>. Each advertising format offered by Google meets specific objectives and involves different levels of competition<\/strong> and pricing<\/strong>. <\/p> Search network campaign<\/strong><\/p> Creating a search campaign on Google Ads<\/a><\/p> Display campaign<\/strong><\/p> Creating a Display campaign on Google Ads<\/a><\/p> Google Shopping campaign<\/strong><\/p> Find out more about Shopping campaigns<\/a><\/p> Remarketing campaign<\/strong><\/p> Setting up a dynamic remarketing campaign<\/a><\/p> Precise targeting ensures that your ads reach the right people:<\/p> Ad quality impacts the quality score and therefore the CPC:<\/p> <\/strong>Contact an Altosor expert and optimize your ads with Altosor<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p> The cost of a Google Ads campaign<\/strong> depends on several factors: the sector of activity<\/strong>, the type of campaign<\/strong>, the level of competition<\/strong>, and above all the quality of management<\/strong>. Here’s an overview of the elements to consider when estimating your advertising budget<\/strong>. <\/p> For an SME<\/strong>, a monthly<\/strong> advertising budget<\/strong> of \u20ac500 to \u20ac2,000<\/strong> could be enough to achieve significant results, depending on the sector. Well-structured advertising campaigns<\/strong> can generate qualified traffic<\/strong>, conversions<\/strong> and an excellent return on investment<\/strong>. <\/p> Make an appointment with our Google Ads experts to get an idea.<\/p> Free consultation with a Google Ads expert<\/a><\/p>
<\/figure>What is Google Ads?<\/h2>
What factors influence the price of a Google Ads campaign?<\/h2>
Choice of keywords<\/h3>
Target<\/h3>
Ad quality<\/h3>
Industry and Research Volume<\/strong><\/h3>
What are the different types of Google Ads campaigns?<\/h2>
Target<\/h3>
Ad quality<\/h3>
How much does a Google Ads campaign cost: price and budget?<\/h2>
Recommended monthly budget<\/strong><\/h3>
Examples of monthly budgets by sector<\/h3>