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What's the best ad monetization tool?
Earn from ads on your site or channel.
Short comparison
| Tool | Pricing model | Free plan | Starting price | Difficulty | Output rights | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense | Free | Yes | Free | 2/5 | – | First ad revenue from a content site |
| Mediavine | Free | Yes | Free | – | – | Higher ad revenue for established blogs |
| Raptive | Free | Yes | Free | – | – | Large blogs with high traffic |
Ranked by fit for solo businesses: tools we profile in depth first, then those used in our research notes, then the rest. Affiliate status never changes the order. See all 3 ad monetization tools with a ranked shortlist.
Quick answers
What's the best ad monetization tool?
Our overall pick is Google AdSense: First ad revenue from a content site.
What's the best free ad monetization tool?
Google AdSense, which has a free plan or free version. First ad revenue from a content site.
Which ad monetization tool is easiest for beginners?
Google AdSense, rated 2/5 to learn.