Marketing
ROAS vs ROI
Compare ROAS and ROI denominators and understand why strong ad revenue does not automatically mean profit.
Published 9/3/2026 · Updated 9/14/2026
ROAS vs ROI
ROAS is attributed revenue ÷ ad spend. ROI compares net return with investment cost. A campaign can report high ROAS while product costs, returns or fees leave little profit. Use the ROAS calculator and ROI calculator.
For the ROI formula, worked examples, negative ROI and timing limitations, see How to Calculate ROI.
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