Advertiser Comparison
Compare advertising options for reaching developers. Find the best network for your budget and goals.
| Feature | Adventory | EthicalAds | Carbon Ads |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPM Rate | $5.00 | $4.83-$7.50 | ~$3.40 |
| Minimum Budget | $20 | $1,000 | Contact sales |
| Self-serve | |||
| Approval time | 24 hours | 1-3 days | Invite only |
| Privacy-focused | |||
| Real-time analytics | |||
| Audience | Developers, indie makers, SaaS founders | Developers, data science | Designers, developers |
Rates based on publicly available information as of Q1 2026. EthicalAds rates vary by geography.
Why advertisers choose Adventory
$20
Start small
Test with a small budget before committing. No $1,000 minimum, no sales calls required.
24h
Go live fast
Submit your campaign and get approved within 24 hours. No waiting weeks for invite-only access.
100%
Curated placements
Every publisher is hand-picked. Your ad appears on quality indie apps, docs sites, and maker tools.
0
Tracking scripts
No cookies, no fingerprinting. Your brand stays clean while reaching privacy-conscious developers.
Getting started
1
Create your ad
Upload your logo, add your product name, write a tagline (90 chars max), and add your landing page URL. Check our sponsor guide for best practices.
2
Set your budget
Start with as little as $20. Your budget determines how many impressions you get at $5 CPM. $20 = 4,000 impressions.
3
Go live
We review your campaign within 24 hours. Once approved, your ad starts appearing across our network. Track impressions and clicks in real-time.
Start with $20, not $1,000
$5 CPM, $20 minimum for founding advertisers. No contracts, no sales calls.
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