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Best Marketing Agencies in Dublin (2026)
11 remote-friendly marketing agencies for Dublin businesses compared on services, pricing and reviews, picked from the 12 agencies we track; none are based in Ireland yet.
- Agencies reviewed
- 12
- Median minimum
- $5,000/mo
- Based in Ireland
- 0 of 12
- Average rating
- 4.83
On this page
- Quick answer
- Key takeaways
- Comparison table
- The 11 best marketing agencies in Dublin
- Best Dublin marketing agency by need
- How much marketing agencies in Dublin cost
- How we ranked them
- How to choose a Dublin marketing agency
- Agency vs freelancer vs in-house
- What a Dublin marketing agency does
- FAQ
- More agencies
- Related rankings
Which Dublin marketing agency is best?
None of the agencies in our directory are based in Ireland yet, so the best marketing agencies for Dublin businesses are UK-based teams that work remotely: ROAST for enterprise performance marketing, Bird Marketing for SMB search and web, Digital Next for SEO and PPC, Passion Digital for B2B and Favoured for DTC social. Median minimum across the 12 agencies is $5,000 a month.
Key takeaways
- No agency in this pool is headquartered in Ireland. The only one with a Dublin address, SevenAtoms, is in Dublin, California; the other 10 picks are in the UK and work with Dublin clients remotely.
- The median minimum for the best marketing agencies for Dublin businesses is $5,000 a month, with 57% of agencies starting between $1,000 and $5,000 and 14% above that. Only 7 of the 12 publish a dollar minimum, so this is a small sample.
- UK agencies share Ireland's language and working hours, but you will usually be invoiced in sterling or dollars and should check how they handle EU data and GDPR for your customers.
- Review depth is strong: Bowler Hat has roughly 150 Google reviews at 4.9, Bird Marketing has 74 Clutch reviews at 5.0, and the average rating across the pool is 4.83.
- 67% of agencies here offer AI search work (AEO or GEO). For Irish SMEs selling across the EU and UK, ask how they track visibility in both markets.
Best marketing agencies in Dublin compared
| # | Agency | Best for | Min. budget | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ROAST | Overall for enterprise performance | $5,000 | ★4.9 (17) |
| 2 | Bird Marketing | SMB search, local SEO and web | $5,000 | ★5.0 (74) |
| 3 | Digital Next | SEO, PPC and development together | Not published | ★4.8 (76) |
| 4 | Passion Digital | B2B and professional services | $5,000 | ★4.7 (33) |
| 5 | Bowler Hat | Senior-led SEO and PPC on short terms | Not published | ★4.9 (153) |
| 6 | Whitworth SEO | Technical SEO only | Not published | ★4.8 (24) |
| 7 | Candidsky | Lead-cost focused SEO and paid | Not published | ★5.0 (25) |
| 8 | Favoured | DTC social, TikTok and app growth | $1,000 | ★4.6 (39) |
| 9 | Propeller | Hospitality and consumer sites | $10,000 | ★4.9 (23) |
| 10 | Bright Sprout | Small budgets with published fees | $1,000 | ★5.0 (28) |
| 11 | SevenAtoms | B2B tech paid acquisition (US-based) | $4,000 | ★4.8 |
Ratings are public Clutch, G2 or Google averages with review counts in brackets. Minimums are monthly unless stated.
The 11 best marketing agencies in Dublin 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 enterprise performance
ROAST
Soho performance agency and B Corp running search, paid media and CRO for ROAS
ROAST is a Soho, London performance agency of 51 to 200 people, founded in 2015, that runs search, paid media and CRO in one team. It is a Certified B Corp, a Google Premier Partner, and its Clutch reviews average 4.9 across 17, with reviewers praising deadlines and project management. Named clients include Experian, Rightmove, Skyscanner and AJ Bell. It does not have an Irish office, so it works with Dublin clients remotely.
Notable clients
- Experian
- AVEVA
- Rightmove
- Leon
- WEX
- Cencora
Watch out
The $5,000 minimum and $100 to $149 hourly rate put it out of reach for small local businesses.
#2Best for SMB search, local SEO and web
Bird Marketing
City of London digital agency for SEO, PPC and web design backed by 74 Clutch reviews
Bird Marketing is a City of London agency covering website builds, SEO, local search and PPC, backed by 74 Clutch reviews averaging 5.0 plus 4.9 on DesignRush and 5.0 on Google. It has offices in London, New York and Dubai (UAE), and no Irish presence, so it serves Dublin businesses remotely. Clients include Huawei, St James's Place and Cancer Research, and the $5,000 Clutch minimum is accessible.
Notable clients
- Huawei
- St James's Place
- Cancer Research
- Fiserv
- First Data
- Supermicro
Watch out
Leadership details are thinly published, and the generalist offer has less depth for complex enterprise programmes.
#3Best for SEO, PPC and development together
Digital Next
Founder-led Manchester SEO and PPC agency with a Melbourne office and AI visibility platform
Digital Next is a Manchester agency of 51 to 200 people, founded around 2009, that does SEO, PPC and development in-house, so migrations and rebuilds can sit with one team. It is a Google Premier Partner, holds 4.8 from 76 Google reviews via Sortlist, and lists Qantas, NordVPN and Decathlon as clients. It has no Irish office and works with Dublin clients remotely.
Notable clients
- Qantas
- NordVPN
- Decathlon
- Hörmann
- Essilor
- Perfume Direct
Watch out
Homepage case studies show services but no performance metrics, and the broad menu may mean less depth than a specialist.
#4Best for B2B and professional services
Passion Digital
Holborn search-led agency splitting work evenly between SEO and PPC for growth brands
Passion Digital is a London agency of about 30 people that splits work evenly between SEO and PPC, with a dedicated head for each. It holds 4.7 across 33 Clutch reviews, has won UK Paid Media Awards 2024 and UK Search Awards 2022 and 2023, and lists Knight Frank, OneTrust, Octopus Investments and Shoosmiths as clients. It is not based in Ireland.
Notable clients
- Knight Frank
- OneTrust
- Mazda
- The Arch Company
- The Pink Stuff
- Octopus Investments
Watch out
Some reviewers found onboarding slow, and it is now part of the Stellar network, so ownership and tooling may shift.
#5Best for senior-led SEO and PPC on short terms
Bowler Hat
Small Custard Factory team pairing senior-led SEO and PPC for SMEs
Bowler Hat is a small Birmingham agency of seven people led by Marcus Miller, who has worked in SEO since around 2000. It reports roughly 150 Google reviews at 4.9 per DesignRush, offers no long contracts, and starts with a free audit and consultation. It covers SEO, Google Ads and web builds, and publishes regularly on AI search. It has no Irish office.
Notable clients
- Cannock Chase
- Sandwell College
- HelloDPO
- HR Structures
- Absolute EPM
- Seven Capital
Watch out
The small team limits capacity for large multi-market work, and case studies carry few published SEO metrics.
#6Best for technical SEO only
Whitworth SEO
Ancoats technical SEO consultancy behind the HiveMCR conference
Whitworth SEO is an Ancoats, Manchester technical consultancy led by a practitioner with more than 16 years in SEO, which also runs the HiveMCR conference. It reports 200% traffic and 347% conversion growth for Blue Light Card, and works with Auto Trader, alongside SaaS and ecommerce firms. It holds 4.8 from 24 Google reviews via Sortlist, and it serves Dublin clients remotely.
Notable clients
- Auto Trader
- Blue Light Card
- Rotageek
- MyWorkwear
- JEMS Environmental
Watch out
It does search only, with no paid media, social or web build, and headcount and pricing are not published.
#7Best for lead-cost focused SEO and paid
Candidsky
Commercially focused Manchester SEO and paid media agency with a Sydney office
Candidsky is a Manchester SEO and paid media agency with a Sydney office, and it is not based in Ireland. It ties case studies to commercial outcomes, including a cost per lead cut from 25 to 1.20 pounds for Peninsula Business Services (agency-reported). Clients include Royal Mail, Citation Group and Yamaha Music Group, and it holds a 5.0 Google rating from 25 reviews via Sortlist.
Notable clients
- Royal Mail
- Citation Group
- Peninsula Business Services
- Yamaha Music Group
- PGL
- iHASCO
Watch out
Team size, founders and pricing are not published, and its current company registration is recent, so check the contracting entity.
#8Best for DTC social, TikTok and app growth
Favoured
Employee-owned London paid social, TikTok and app growth agency for DTC brands
Favoured is an employee-owned London agency for DTC brands, running paid social, TikTok, app growth and email with in-house creative production. It holds 4.6 across 39 Clutch reviews, the latest from July 2026, and reports 500,000 pounds in sales for Durex UK on TikTok and 4x ROAS for Snag Tights. It starts from $1,000 and serves Dublin brands remotely.
Notable clients
- Oddbox
- Elvie
- Durex
- Teapigs
- Go Ape
- Snag
Watch out
Reviews are mixed in places, including one very negative account, and it has little enterprise experience.
#9Best for hospitality and consumer sites
Propeller
Islington digital agency pairing paid media and SEO with web builds for hospitality
Propeller is an Islington agency of 51 to 200 people, founded in 2001, that pairs paid media and SEO with web builds for hospitality and consumer brands. It holds 4.9 across 23 Clutch reviews that praise project management and design quality, and lists Young's, Hall & Woodhouse and JW Lees alongside Twinings. It reports a 200% rise in Twinings conversions (client-reported). It is not based in Ireland.
Notable clients
- Twinings
- Boy Smells
- The NTAs
- Young's
- Hall & Woodhouse
- JW Lees
Watch out
The $10,000 minimum project size excludes most small businesses, and several reviewers wanted more proactive ideas.
#10Best for small budgets with published fees
Bright Sprout
Director-led Bristol agency running SEO, PPC and social on published monthly fees
Bright Sprout is a Bristol agency of two to ten people, founded in 2020, whose directors handle PPC, SEO and technical work themselves. It publishes entry prices for SEO, PPC and social, starts from $1,000, and holds 5.0 across 28 reviews. It reports 303% more leads at 60% lower cost for Avon Cobblestone and a claim that 73% of clients stay three years or more. It works with Dublin clients remotely.
Notable clients
- Avon Cobblestone
- Henry Schein
- ELM Legal Services
- Chiropractic Care Clinics
- CR Windows
- Trident Fire Compliance
Watch out
Several awards come from paid-entry programmes, and the core team is very small.
#11Best for B2B tech paid acquisition (US-based)
SevenAtoms
Paid acquisition and demand gen agency for B2B tech and ecommerce
SevenAtoms is based in Dublin, California, not Dublin, Ireland, so it is a remote option for Irish buyers and sits on US time. It is an 11 to 50 person paid acquisition and demand generation agency for B2B tech and ecommerce, with Google, Meta and LinkedIn depth. Clients include Bloom Energy, Imperva and BigPanda, and it is comfortable in regulated sectors such as medical and cybersecurity.
Notable clients
- Bloom Energy
- Fabric
- ToolWatch
- Model-N
- BigPanda
- Imperva
Watch out
It is paid-media focused and lighter on brand and PR, and its $4,000 minimum is above the pool's budget tier.
Best Dublin marketing agency by need
Enterprise performance marketingROAST
SMB search, local SEO and webBird Marketing
SEO, PPC and development in one teamDigital Next
B2B and professional servicesPassion Digital
Technical SEO onlyWhitworth SEO
DTC social and TikTokFavoured
Hospitality brandsPropeller
Small budgetsBright Sprout
B2B tech paid acquisitionSevenAtoms
How much does a Dublin marketing agency cost in 2026?
Marketing agency pricing for Dublin businesses follows UK levels, since most options here are UK-based. These figures come from the published minimums of the 12 agencies in this pool; only 7 publish a dollar figure, so treat them as a small sample.
| Tier | Monthly minimum | Share of agencies | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Under $1,000/mo | 29% | Very small businesses wanting packaged SEO, PPC or social work from a small team. |
| Mid-market | $1,000 to $5,000/mo | 57% | Irish SMEs that want a defined retainer covering search, paid media and reporting. |
| Premium | Over $5,000/mo | 14% | Larger programmes that include web builds, CRO and multi-channel media. |
Source: published minimum budgets of marketing agencies in Dublin in the MakeSuccessOnline directory, October 2026.
Median minimum budget by region
How we chose the best marketing agencies in Dublin
We started with the 12 agencies in the MakeSuccessOnline directory that are linked to Dublin or are remote-friendly for Irish clients, then scored each on six criteria. None is headquartered in Ireland, so we weighted remote delivery, time zone fit and review evidence. Profiles were researched from each agency's own site plus independent sources.
- Remote fit for Irish buyersTime zone, language, and how clearly the agency works with clients outside its home market.15%
- Proven results and clientsNamed clients, published outcomes and case studies we could attribute to a source.25%
- Reviews and reputationClutch, Google and DesignRush ratings and review volume, plus awards and partner status.20%
- Service depthHow well the agency covers the channels a buyer is likely to need, and where it is genuinely strong.15%
- Pricing transparency and valuePublished minimums or rates, and how cost compares with what you get.15%
- AI search readinessReal AEO or GEO capability rather than a renamed service page.10%
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How to choose a Dublin marketing agency
- Decide whether Irish presence mattersNo agency in our pool is based in Ireland. If you need in-person workshops in Dublin, ask each agency about travel costs and visit frequency up front.
- Check market knowledgeUK agencies may default to UK search data and UK ad copy. Ask how they target Irish audiences, handle euro pricing and cover the EU market.
- Match specialism to the problemTechnical SEO, paid social, B2B pipeline and web builds need different agencies. Shortlist agencies whose clients look like you.
- Ask for proof from similar buyersRequest two dated case studies and one reference from a client of a similar size. Ask what the agency would do differently.
- Confirm currency, VAT and data termsAsk whether invoices are in euro, sterling or dollars, how VAT is treated, and how customer data is handled under GDPR.
- Read the contractCheck notice periods, ownership of ad accounts and content, and exit terms. Several agencies here advertise no long contracts.
Questions to ask
- Which clients in Ireland or the EU have you worked with, and what changed for them?
- How do you handle euro invoicing, VAT and GDPR for our customer data?
- How often will you visit Dublin, and what does it cost?
- Who will run our account week to week, and how senior are they?
- How do you track our visibility in AI answers across the UK and Ireland?
- What are the minimum term, notice period and ownership terms for ad accounts?
Red flags
- Guaranteed rankings or lead volumes.
- Reports that use UK-only data for an Irish or EU audience.
- Vague answers on GDPR or where customer data is stored.
- Ad accounts or analytics set up in the agency's name.
- Long lock-in contracts with no performance review points.
Dublin marketing agency vs freelancer vs in-house
| UK remote agency | Freelancer | In-house team | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical cost | $1,000 to $10,000+/mo depending on scope | Lower; usually hourly or project-based | Salary plus tools and management time |
| Skills covered | SEO, paid, social, web and reporting | Usually one or two skills | Depends on hires; often generalist |
| Speed to start | 2 to 4 weeks | Days | 1 to 3 months to hire |
| Best for | Multi-skill programmes and specialist depth | Defined projects, small budgets | Steady daily output on one brand |
| Main risk | Limited Irish market insight and in-person time | Capacity and continuity | Single point of failure |
What does a Dublin marketing agency do?
A marketing agency in Dublin plans and runs promotion for Irish businesses, usually combining SEO, paid media, social, content and reporting. Dublin is a base for many international technology companies' European operations, so demand spans SaaS, ecommerce and professional services. Many Irish buyers also use UK teams. In 2026 most agencies add AI search work, often called AEO or GEO.
Dublin marketing agency FAQ
What are the best marketing agencies in Dublin in 2026?
None of the agencies in our directory are based in Ireland yet. The strongest remote options are ROAST for enterprise performance, Bird Marketing for SMB search and web, Digital Next for SEO and PPC, and Passion Digital for B2B. All are UK-based and work with Irish clients remotely.
How much does a marketing agency in Dublin cost?
Expect from about $1,000 to $5,000 a month for a typical SME retainer, and more for enterprise programmes. Across the 12 agencies we track, the median minimum is $5,000 a month, 57% start between $1,000 and $5,000, and 14% start above $5,000. Only 7 publish a figure.
How long does it take for a marketing agency to show results?
Paid campaigns can produce leads within weeks, while SEO usually takes three to six months to move rankings and longer to affect revenue. Social and brand work builds over several quarters. Ask any agency for a 90-day plan with milestones before you sign.
Should I hire a Dublin agency or a UK agency?
Hire a Dublin agency if you need in-person workshops or Irish market insight, but our directory currently has none to compare. UK agencies share your language and working hours, and the 11 on this list serve Irish clients remotely. Ask about euro invoicing, VAT and GDPR first.
How do I choose a marketing agency for my Dublin business?
Start with the problem, then shortlist agencies with named clients in your sector. Ask for dated case studies, compare Clutch or Google reviews, and meet the team who will run the account. Confirm currency, VAT, GDPR handling and notice terms before you sign.
Is Dublin, California the same as Dublin, Ireland for agency searches?
No. SevenAtoms, the one agency in our directory with a Dublin headquarters, is in Dublin, California. It is a B2B paid acquisition agency that works remotely and sits on US time. We list it as a remote option for Irish buyers, not as an Irish agency.
Do these agencies offer AI search optimisation?
Many do. About 67% of the agencies we track list AEO or GEO work, and Bowler Hat, Digital Next, Passion Digital and Whitworth SEO all show AI search interest. Ask how they measure brand mentions in ChatGPT and Google AI answers for both the Irish and UK markets.
Are UK marketing agencies a good choice for Irish businesses?
They can be, especially for search, paid media and web work, since language and time zone match. The trade-offs are limited Irish market insight, invoicing in sterling or dollars, and GDPR handling. Ask for any experience with Irish or EU clients before you commit.
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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.