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Best Growth Marketing Agencies for Marketplaces (2026)
12 growth marketing agencies compared on marketplace experience, pricing and reviews; only 4 of the 13 we track list marketplace clients, and the rest are ecommerce and tech specialists.
- Agencies reviewed
- 13
- Median minimum
- $5,000/mo
- Typical hourly rate
- $150–$199
- Offer AI search
- 38%
On this page
- Quick answer
- Key takeaways
- Comparison table
- The 12 best growth marketing agencies for marketplaces
- Best growth marketing agency for marketplaces by need
- How much growth marketing agencies for marketplaces cost
- How we ranked them
- How to choose a growth marketing agency for marketplaces
- Agency vs freelancer vs in-house
- What a growth marketing agency for marketplaces does
- FAQ
- More agencies
- Related rankings
Which growth marketing agency for marketplaces is best?
The best growth marketing agencies for marketplaces in 2026 include Right Side Up for senior embedded growth teams, Farsiight for paid media, Local SEO Guide for multi-location SEO, Single Grain for full-funnel growth and Search + Gather for paid channels beyond search. UltraGrowthMedia is the pick for teams that want SEO, outbound and AI search from one accountable team. The 13 agencies we track have a median minimum of $5,000 a month.
Key takeaways
- Only a few of the 13 agencies explicitly list marketplaces as clients, so the best growth marketing agency for marketplaces is often an ecommerce or tech specialist. The rest of the directory pool is adjacent.
- The median minimum engagement is $5,000 a month, and 46% of agencies sit in the premium tier above that.
- The most common hourly band is $150 to $199, quoted by 60% of the 10 agencies that publish rates.
- North American agencies in this pool have a median minimum of $7,500 a month, so budget more for a US-based team.
- A marketplace has two audiences to grow. Ask each agency how it would handle supply and demand separately, and who measures liquidity.
Best growth marketing agencies for marketplaces compared
| # | Agency | Best for | Min. budget | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Right Side Up | Overall for senior marketplace growth | $10,000 | ★4.8 |
| 2 | farsiight | Paid media pick with review proof | $5,000 | ★5.0 (80) |
| 3 | UltraGrowthMedia | Growth across SEO, outbound and AI search | $3,000 | ★4.9 |
| 4 | Local SEO Guide | SEO across many location pages | $10,000 | ★4.9 |
| 5 | Single Grain | Full-funnel growth at scale | $10,000 | ★4.9 (50) |
| 6 | Admiral Media | App-led demand acquisition | $5,000 | ★4.9 (49) |
| 7 | Search + Gather | Paid beyond search and social | $5,000 | ★4.9 (30) |
| 8 | Moburst | App store and mobile demand | $5,000 | ★4.9 (44) |
| 9 | Webistry | Paid testing and landing pages | $10,000 | ★4.9 (31) |
| 10 | KlientBoost | Conversion-led paid growth | $2,500 | ★4.8 |
| 11 | Clear Click | Senior-led SEO, paid and CRM | $1,000 | ★4.8 (6) |
| 12 | Growthmak | Small budgets and bundled delivery | $1,000 | ★4.9 (9) |
Ratings are public Clutch, G2 or Google averages with review counts in brackets. Minimums are monthly unless stated.
The 12 best growth marketing agencies for marketplaces in 2026
Each agency below leads a specific category. Start with the one that matches your situation rather than reading top to bottom.
#1Best overall for senior marketplace growth
Right Side Up
Senior growth marketing collective embedded with modern SaaS and DTC brands
Right Side Up is a San Francisco collective of senior marketers that lists marketplaces among its industries, alongside SaaS, DTC and fintech. It covers paid social, paid search, lifecycle, product marketing, SEO and generative engine optimisation, so it can work on both acquisition and retention. Clients include Uber, Yelp, Rocket Money and HoneyBook. It holds a 4.8 rating and starts at $10,000.
Notable clients
- Rocket Money
- Molson Coors
- HoneyBook
- Yelp
- Uber
Watch out
Staffing is senior-only, so pricing is premium and it suits teams with in-house marketing better than those without.
#2Best paid media pick with review proof
farsiight
South Brisbane paid media agency for ecommerce and B2B SaaS growth
Farsiight is a Brisbane paid media agency, founded in 2017, that lists marketplaces among its industries. It runs Google, Microsoft, Meta and LinkedIn ads with in-house performance creative and demand generation. Its 80 Clutch reviews average 5.0, the biggest review base in this pool. Clients include Simpro, Go1 and BlackMilk Clothing. It starts at $5,000 and works with US marketplaces remotely.
Notable clients
- Simpro
- Move With Us
- Go1
- BlackMilk Clothing
- Outback Equipment
- EHP Labs
Watch out
It is not an SEO specialist, and only a few results are published as numbered case studies.
#3Best for growth across SEO, outbound and AI search
UltraGrowthMedia
Full-stack marketing for ambitious growth-stage brands.
UltraGrowthMedia is one accountable growth team for seed to Series B companies: SEO, content, cold email, LinkedIn outreach and GEO run from a single plan instead of five contractors. Testimonials from the CEOs of Insidea and Cenports praise its responsiveness and organisation, and one client reports a 60% drop in cost per lead within 90 days. Founded in 2022 by Tushar Dey, the 27-person remote team works in weekly sprints, clients talk directly to the practitioners doing the work, and progress shows up on live reporting dashboards. Retainers start at $3,500 a month.
Watch out
It is a newer team, founded in 2022, with few named case studies or third-party reviews, so ask for references and a walkthrough of a live client dashboard before signing.
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#4Best for SEO across many location pages
Local SEO Guide
Local and technical SEO for multi-location brands and enterprise sites
Local SEO Guide is a Pleasanton, California SEO firm, founded in 2006, that lists marketplaces among its industries alongside multi-location brands and franchises. It offers technical SEO, content, link building, business intelligence and AI location pages, which can suit large listing catalogues. Clients include Sam's Club, AutoNation, Adobe, Crunchbase and CarGurus. It holds a 4.9 rating and a $10,000 minimum.
Notable clients
- Sam's Club
- AutoNation
- Adobe
- Bing
- Crunchbase
- Rotten Tomatoes
Watch out
It focuses on SEO alone, with no paid media or creative in-house.
#5Best for full-funnel growth at scale
Single Grain
Full-funnel growth agency for SaaS, education, and ecommerce challengers.
Single Grain, founded in 2009 in Miami, has 51 to 200 staff. It doesn't list marketplaces, but its ecommerce and SaaS work covers SEO, paid media, content, programmatic SEO and conversion optimisation. Notable clients include Amazon, Uber, Airbnb and Salesforce. It holds 4.9 from 50 reviews. It starts at $10,000 and is known for podcast and content distribution led by its founder.
Notable clients
- Amazon
- Uber
- Salesforce
- Airbnb
- Lever
- Nextiva
Watch out
With such a wide service menu, specialists can often go deeper in any single channel.
#6Best for app-led demand acquisition
Admiral Media
Performance marketing and AI creative agency for mobile apps, games and ecommerce
Admiral Media is a Dubai-based remote agency of 11 to 50 staff that makes the ads and buys the media in one team, built around mobile user acquisition, paid social, search and CRM retention. It holds a 4.9 Clutch rating from 49 reviews and a $5,000 minimum, and names clients including Glovo, Omio, ShopBack and TIER. It doesn't list marketplaces as a focus, but its app-install and retention work maps to demand-side growth.
Notable clients
- Fastic
- NeuroNation
- BIGVU
- ChatPDF
- Azar
- Miles
Watch out
Its focus is paid acquisition rather than supply-side growth, and pricing beyond its creative packages is not listed.
#7Best for paid beyond search and social
Search + Gather
Toronto paid media agency for startups and scale-ups, from search and social to CTV
Search + Gather is a paid media agency in Toronto serving startups and scale-ups. It doesn't list marketplaces, but its clients include Gopuff and ShipHero alongside Coinbase and Shutterstock. It covers search, social, connected TV, programmatic and Amazon Ads, and reports 60x weekly lead volume for HiMama. It holds 4.9 on Clutch from 30 reviews, starts at $5,000 and has a lean team of about 18.
Notable clients
- ecobee
- Coinbase
- Top Hat
- Introhive
- Shutterstock
- IDP Education
Watch out
Pricing is not published, and its SEO and AI search offers only arrived in 2024 and 2025.
#8Best for app store and mobile demand
Moburst
Mobile-first marketing agency for app growth, ASO, paid media and creative
Moburst is a New York agency founded in 2013, with 51 to 200 staff and a 4.9 Clutch rating from 44 reviews. It doesn't list marketplaces as a focus, but its mobile roots cover app marketing, app store optimisation, SEO and AEO, media buying and conversion optimisation, which suits platforms whose buyers arrive through an app. Named clients include Samsung, Reddit, Uber and Calm, and the minimum is $5,000.
Notable clients
- Samsung
- Uber
- Calm
- Discovery
- Deezer
Watch out
Breadth makes it less specialised than app-only acquisition shops, and pricing is not published.
#9Best for paid testing and landing pages
Webistry
Montreal growth shop for paid search, paid social and landing page testing
Webistry is a Montreal growth shop, founded in 2012, that puts paid search, paid social, creative and landing page split testing in one team. It doesn't list marketplaces, but it covers Amazon Ads and works with DTC and consumer brands. Clients include Briogeo, MyHeritage and Adobe. It holds 4.9 on Clutch from 31 reviews, with a review from September 2026, and a $10,000 minimum.
Notable clients
- Briogeo
- Hero Health
- Adobe
- Posterjack
- Toronto Film School
- Perfect Keto
Watch out
SEO is not a core service, and some reviewers noted results below target.
#10Best for conversion-led paid growth
KlientBoost
Aggressive paid media and CRO for SaaS and ecommerce teams that want to test fast.
KlientBoost is a Costa Mesa agency with 51 to 200 staff, built around paid media, landing pages and conversion testing for SaaS and ecommerce teams. It doesn't list marketplaces, but its lead generation and DTC work carries over. Hundreds of case studies with before and after numbers are published, and it offers a Growth Grid planning layer. It is rated 4.8 and its price starts at $2,500 a month.
Watch out
Its high-tempo style can feel noisy for buttoned-up brands, and pricing is premium compared with boutique PPC shops.
#11Best for senior-led SEO, paid and CRM
Clear Click
Senior-only Edinburgh consultancy linking SEO, paid media and CRM to revenue
Clear Click is a consultancy in Edinburgh, fewer than ten people, tying SEO, paid media, analytics and CRM data to revenue. It doesn't list marketplaces, but its ecommerce and B2B clients show quantified results, such as Myagi organic sessions up 72% and qualified leads up 38%. It reports senior-led accounts, holds 4.8 on Clutch from six reviews and starts at $1,000. It works with US clients remotely.
Notable clients
- Wigwam Holidays
- Hubject
- AM Phillip Trucktech
- MCM Beauty
- Bore Place
- Myagi
Watch out
Its team is very small and pricing is not published, which limits capacity on large programmes.
#12Best for small budgets and bundled delivery
Growthmak
IIM Bangalore-incubated growth agency that bundles ads, SEO, web and automation
Growthmak is a Bengaluru agency, founded in 2024 and incubated at IIM Bangalore, that bundles demand generation, paid ads, SEO and AI search visibility, Shopify builds and automation. It doesn't list marketplaces, but its ecommerce and retail clients are relevant. Nine Clutch reviews average 4.9, and demand generation is published from $1,500 a month with a $1,000 starting point. It is based in India.
Notable clients
- Kinetic Motorcycles
- Fragrance Secrets Perfumes
- dualstack AG
- PTTHEX
- Prijsvergelijken.nl
- Digifrills
Watch out
Its track record is short because it was founded in 2024, and case-study figures are self-reported.
Best growth marketing agency for marketplaces by need
Senior embedded growth teamRight Side Up
Paid media with strong reviewsfarsiight
SEO, outbound and AI search in one teamUltraGrowthMedia
SEO across location and listing pagesLocal SEO Guide
Full-funnel SEO, paid and contentSingle Grain
App-led demand acquisitionAdmiral Media
Paid on CTV, programmatic and AmazonSearch + Gather
Landing page and conversion testingWebistry
Conversion-led paid growthKlientBoost
Senior-led CRM and data growthClear Click
Smaller budgetsGrowthmak
How much does a growth marketing agency for marketplaces cost in 2026?
Growth marketing agency pricing for marketplaces tends to be high because most agencies here serve funded platforms. These figures come from the published minimums and hourly rates of the 13 agencies in this pool.
| Tier | Monthly minimum | Share of agencies | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Under $1,000/mo | 8% | Early-stage platforms testing one channel; usually packaged or offshore work. |
| Mid-market | $1,000 to $5,000/mo | 46% | Marketplaces past launch that need paid, SEO and tracking on a steady cadence. |
| Premium | Over $5,000/mo | 46% | Funded platforms with multi-channel programmes and dedicated senior staff. |
Source: published minimum budgets of growth marketing agencies for marketplaces in the MakeSuccessOnline directory, October 2026.
Median minimum budget by region
The most common hourly band is $150 to $199 (60% of the 10 agencies that publish rates), followed by $25 to $49 (20%) and $100 to $149 (10%).
How we chose the best growth marketing agencies for marketplaces
We started with the 13 growth marketing agencies in the MakeSuccessOnline directory that list marketplaces, ecommerce or tech clients and scored each on six criteria. Each profile was built from the agency's own site and at least one independent source such as Clutch, trade press or award listings.
- Marketplace and platform fitWhether the agency lists marketplaces directly, or has ecommerce and tech clients with similar two-sided growth problems.25%
- Proven results and clientsNamed clients and case studies whose figures trace back to a source.20%
- Reviews and reputationClutch and Google ratings and review counts, together with partner status and awards.20%
- Channel breadthCoverage of paid, SEO, lifecycle, conversion and tracking for both supply and demand.15%
- Pricing transparency and valuePublished minimums or rate bands, set against what the scope includes.10%
- AI search readinessAEO and GEO capability for marketplaces that depend on being found in answer engines.10%
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How to choose a growth marketing agency for marketplaces
- Pick the side to grow firstSupply and demand need different channels. Decide which side is limiting liquidity before you brief anyone.
- Look for two-sided experienceAsk for a client that had to balance buyers and sellers, and how the agency sequenced the work.
- Check measurementAsk how the agency tracks matches, repeat orders and take rate, not just signups or clicks.
- Review channel fitListings pages favour SEO and local search, while buyer acquisition leans on paid and lifecycle. Check the agency covers yours.
- Test unit economicsAsk for a cost-per-acquisition plan that accounts for lifetime value and repeat behaviour.
- Read the contractLook for notice periods, ad account ownership and who keeps landing pages and creative if you leave.
Questions to ask
- Which two-sided or marketplace clients have you worked with, and what changed in the first six months?
- How would you split effort between supply and demand growth for us?
- How do you measure liquidity, repeat usage and take rate?
- How do you handle SEO for thousands of listing or category pages?
- Which people will work on our account each week, and how senior are they?
- How do you report on payback period and lifetime value, not just cost per signup?
Red flags
- Case studies from single-sided ecommerce only, with nothing on supply growth.
- Promises of guaranteed signups or listings before seeing your funnel.
- Reporting that stops at clicks and never reaches matches or repeat orders.
- Programmatic or thin listing pages with no quality plan, which risks Google spam policies.
- Being denied access to your ad accounts, analytics or landing pages.
Growth marketing agency for marketplaces vs freelancer vs in-house
| Specialist agency | Freelancer | In-house growth team | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical cost | $1,000 to $15,000+/mo | Hourly or project-based; usually lower | Salaries plus tools and ad spend |
| Skills covered | Paid, SEO, lifecycle, creative, reporting | One or two channels | Depends on hires; often generalist |
| Speed to start | 2 to 4 weeks | Days | 2 to 4 months to hire |
| Best for | Platforms needing multi-channel growth | Defined projects, tight budgets | Mature marketplaces with steady experiments |
| Main risk | Generalist team that learns your funnel slowly | Capacity and continuity | Hiring slowly and single points of failure |
What does a growth marketing agency for marketplaces do?
A growth marketing agency for marketplaces is a firm that helps two-sided platforms attract buyers and sellers through paid media, SEO, lifecycle email, content and conversion testing. The work balances supply and demand, builds listing and category pages that rank, and tracks matches, repeat usage and take rate. Many also advise on onboarding flows, referral loops and reporting tied to liquidity rather than raw traffic.
Growth marketing agency for marketplaces FAQ
What is the best growth marketing agency for marketplaces in 2026?
There is no single best fit. Right Side Up is our top pick for senior growth teams with marketplace clients, Farsiight leads on paid media with the deepest review base, and Local SEO Guide suits SEO across many location pages. Only a few agencies list marketplaces directly, so test each one against your model.
How much does a growth marketing agency for marketplaces cost?
The 13 agencies we track have a median minimum of $5,000 a month. About 8% start under $1,000, 46% sit between $1,000 and $5,000, and 46% charge more. The median for North American agencies is $7,500. $150 to $199 is the hourly band most agencies use.
How long does growth marketing take to work for a marketplace?
Paid channels can show results within the first month or two, while SEO on listing pages usually takes three to six months. Marketplaces also need time to balance supply and demand. Ask an agency to set 30, 60 and 90 day goals tied to matches or listings, not only traffic.
How do I choose a growth marketing agency for my marketplace?
Start with agencies that have worked on two-sided platforms or ecommerce at scale, then ask for case studies with numbers you can verify. Check how they would split effort between buyers and sellers, how they measure liquidity, who staffs the account, and whether reporting reaches repeat orders.
Should a marketplace grow supply or demand first?
Usually the scarcer side comes first, because buyers leave when there is little to choose from. Many platforms seed supply through outreach or niche focus, then add paid and SEO to bring in demand. A good agency will ask about liquidity and unit economics before recommending channels.
Is SEO worth it for a marketplace with thousands of listings?
It can be the cheapest long-term source of demand, but only with quality pages. Thin or duplicated listing pages risk breaching Google's spam policies. Ask how an agency structures category pages, handles expired listings and measures traffic that leads to matches. Local SEO Guide and Single Grain both list programmatic or location work.
Can growth marketing agencies help marketplaces appear in AI search?
Some can, though only 38% of the agencies in this pool offer AEO or GEO work. It covers clear category pages, third-party mentions and structured data so assistants can recommend your platform. Ask for examples of citations won for past clients, and be wary of promises of guaranteed placement.
Should a marketplace hire an agency or build a growth team in-house?
An agency suits platforms that need several channels running within a month and cannot yet justify full-time hires. Bringing it in-house makes sense once experiments are steady and unit economics are clear. Many marketplaces start with an agency for paid and SEO, then hire a growth lead and keep specialists for overflow.
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About the reviewer
Editor & Reviewer, MakeSuccessOnline
William Harrison is an editor and reviewer at MakeSuccessOnline. Before a ranking goes live, he checks every claim on the page against each agency's own site, its published case studies and independent reviews on Clutch and G2, and cuts anything he can't verify. He also keeps rankings current, rechecking pricing, team details and client lists as agencies change.