Top Media Buying & Planning Agencies

Researched by:Goodfirms Research TeamUpdated:September 9, 2026

Goodfirms has reviewed 3,818 Media Buying & Planning Agencies as of September 2026 across 103 countries. The top-ranked firm is SmartSites (4.9 stars, 16 verified reviews, $100 - $149/hr, founded 2011, Jersey City). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $37, median client rating is 4.8, and 17% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted Media Buying & Planning Agencies companies below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.

Buying media without the right strategy can drain budgets fast. That’s why top media buying agencies focus on precision, performance, and constant optimization across digital and traditional channels. Goodfirms makes this process easier by curating a vetted list of trusted media buying and planning agencies, evaluated on market presence, client feedback, and proven results. With detailed profiles, verified reviews, and smart filters, Goodfirms helps businesses confidently compare media buying companies that align with their goals, budget, and target audience.

3,818Verified firms
$37/hrMedian hourly rate
4.8 ★Median rating
103Countries
17%Have 50+ members

How this list is built: All 3,818 firms below pass Goodfirms' 4-step verification process (background check, client interviews, portfolio audit, ongoing quality review). Listings marked "Sponsored" are agencies that pay for premium placement - sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content.

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List of the Best Media Buying Companies & Planning Firms

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  • McCANN is a company built on the power of Truth to transform brands and businesses. We believe Truth is a catalyst for authentic ideas, powerful ideas that will be believed, embraced and advocated by people in their everyday lives. And these ideas are able to drive positive change in a brand’s relationships with its consumers ... read McCANN Prague reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    Prague, Czech Republic
  • At Wavemaker, our mission is to 'make the future'​. Why? Because we were created with the specific purpose of reinventing the media agency. This puts us in the unique position of truly being able to deliver next-generation solutions for our clients'​ challenges. Challenges such as; ‘Move us from mass marketing to precision at scale’, ‘Help ... read Wavemaker reviews & insights

    $200 - $300/hr
    1,000 - 9,999
    2017
    Prague, Czech Republic
  • Hi! We’re Fisheye! We’re a design-oriented, strategy-driven, and brand-focused creative agency. What does all that mean? It means that design drives us, strategy defines our work and your brand is our focus. We started in 2012 with a few experts from the design and advertising industry and a couple of clients. Today, we’re walking side-by-side ... read Fisheye Solutions reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2012
    Cairo, Egypt
  • Since 1998, Knox has offered full service, integrated marketing solutions across a broad range of industries: banking, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, insurance, non-profits, education and more. Thanks to our deep roots in NeuroMarketing and research, we know how to connect consumers to brands and motivate action that maximizes ROI. 1) We understand how to build emotional ... read Knox Marketing, Inc. reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    1998
    Akron, United States
  • camwAD is a Creative Agency born out of the pure passion between 3 very close friends from the field of Advertising and Design. All 3 having the same drive and common interest within the Design industry, and each, a specialist in their own unique area. This when combined, creates an opportunity and gives them that ... read camwAD Advertising and Design reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2012
    Rose-Hill, Mauritius
  • The Sells Agency is a full-service agency with equal prowess in traditional and digital channels along with a strong focus on results as measured through sales and research. We help companies align their marketing programs with their business goals. That’s where our Marketing Clarity can make a big difference.

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    1991
    Little Rock, United States
  • EraserFarm is an independent, full service creative advertising agency, insight firm kind of thingamajig. We're not like your typical agency. We're more nimble and can easily adapt our band of top talent, brand teams to each job. We are collaborative, methodical and relentless in our pursuit of the greatest ideas.We're a group of creative problem ... read EraserFarm reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2013
    Tampa, United States
  • Encite is an enthusiastic firm that excels at marketing strategy, creativity, design and implementation. Because of our insatiable drive and our commitment to creative integrity, our clients feel confident that the Encite team will exceed expectations. To ensure a successful marketing campaign, we use an approach that includes a variety of techniques embracing research, conceptualization, ... read Encite reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2005
    Denver, United States
  • Lewis Communications is a nationally recognized branding and advertising agency with offices in Birmingham, Mobile and Nashville. For over 60 years, Lewis has utilized marketing research, consumer insight and creative craftsmanship to build and grow our clients’ brands. Lewis offers clients a wide variety of branding and communication services including: marketing research and strategy development; ... read Lewis Communications reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    Birmingham, United States
  • Howerton+White (H+W) is your go-to integrated marketing agency based in the vibrant city of Wichita, KS. We specialize in crafting strategic marketing solutions designed to elevate both regional and national brands. With a deep understanding of the ever-evolving marketing landscape, we are dedicated to driving success for our clients through innovative and data-driven strategies. Our ... read Howerton+White reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2002
    Wichita, United States
  • C-K (Cramer-Krasselt) is one of the largest independent, totally integrated agencies in the country with over $700 million in billings, almost $400 million in media assets under management and 61% of revenue from digital. With a mission to Make Friends, Not Ads®, C-K has built a reputation for changing perception and behaviors that lead to ... read Cramer-Krasselt reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    250 - 999
    1898
    Milwaukee, United States
  • When it comes to serving your ads on mobiles and desktops, its hard to beat Auctera for so many reasons. Auctera (Demand Side Platform) is build by a team of advertising technology experts with 66+ years of combined experience in online marketing and technology solutions. We strive to serve you with the best technology to ... read Auctera reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2019
    NYC, United States
  • Recognized as one of the Top 10 agencies in Canada, Bleublancrouge is an integrated agency that aspires to be one of the most influential in North America. For us, success is measured by an idea’s ability to create an impact that goes beyond the world of marketing; one that is powerful enough to anchor a ... read bleublancrouge reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    1983
    Montreal, Canada
  • We are a highly specialised multi-discipline team with a passion for creating beautiful branding, print design, websites, photography, commercials and films. That means we’re just as comfortable behind our desks, meticulously crafting your new brand identity, as we are behind the lens shooting that epic TV commercial you’ve always dreamt of. And yes, we do ... read Milkable reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2012
    Perth, Australia
  • Award-Winning software development company Yamako Limited was founded in 2012 to help businesses achieve their goals.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2012
    Nicosia, Cyprus
  • A lot of businesses spend lots of money and effort on advertising and promotion to try to get customers. Well, what we do is sit down with those businesses, help them define their marketing objectives, and then Dion Marketing Company executes the marketing strategy for them so they can generate more business with less marketing ... read dion reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Jacksonville, United States
  • Sexton & Company Online Marketing is a Denver, Colorado web marketing firm specializing in developing and implementing web strategies and business solutions for your online marketing success. The company is run by Jerry Sexton, a 20 year veteran of the Internet with expertise in interactive media, web development, search engine optimization and video production. Founded ... read Sexton & Co reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Aurora, United States
  • Established in 2018 as a digital agency, with strong believe in communication rather than advertising and using the trended marketing methodologies to create a better link between consumer, and brands. Our first clients were Total and Roshdy pharmacies; over our first year the client list expanded to include more than 20 national and multinational clients.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2018
    Cairo, Egypt
  • GUDJOB is a Social Media Agency that develops strategy, creative, digital ads and everything in between to help your business grow.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2017
  • Kaaf Media Network - Empowering Businesses through Strategic Digital Marketing At Kaaf Media Network, we are dedicated to revolutionizing your digital presence. As a distinguished HubSpot Certified partner agency, we specialize in crafting bespoke solutions that propel your business forward. Our expertise spans Digital Advertising, Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy and Management, and comprehensive Marketing ... read Kaaf Media Network reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    50 - 249
    2016
  • INDEXCOL is the agency that was born with the Internet in Colombia 25 years ago. We are pioneers, digital natives. We accompany our strategic partners, in their Digital Transformation process from the different areas of the organization: communications, marketing, sales, user experience, technology, anthropology or any other according to their need, understanding how their businesses ... read INDEXCOL reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    50 - 249
    Bogota, Colombia
  • Originally founded in 1985 as a traditional advertising agency, SD Advertising has evolved into a full-service marketing firm committed to integrated marketing communication as a philosophy practice. Strategy, experience and creativity is the driving force behind SD Advertising. We are artists, digital strategists, business consultants, product managers, relationship builders, brand stewards and integrated marketing professionals. ... read SD Advertising reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    1985
    Indianapolis, United States
  • Founded in 2008, RLM Media is a full-service integrated marketing and communications advertising agency. A certified MBE, WBE and BEP organization, we thrive at understanding that “multicultural” is not an option, it is the makeup of the marketplace we live and work within. As a nimble and flexible team of experts, we often work with ... read RLM reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2008
    Chicago, United States
  • We use a magical recipe of research, design, production and fulfillment expertise to deliver results.

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Memphis, United States
  • The Grid Agency is a creative services agency based in Sacramento, CA. We specialize in social media management, digital media services, media planning, event management, website development and public relations. Located in the heart of Midtown Sacramento, The Grid Agency works with clients throughout the greater Sacramento area.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2013
    Sacramento, United States
  • Located on Miami Beach, Stinghouse is a strategic advertising communications agency rooted in the principles of challenger brand marketing. Champion the growth of mid-to-large size challenger brands.At Stinghouse, we believe in the idea of challenger brand marketing. It is rooted in the insight that in order to surpass or remain the market leader, you must ... read Stinghouse Advertising reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2013
    Miami, United States
  • Alaniz Marketing started in 2008 as a dream to help businesses grow. We saw companies reeling to adjust to a rapidly changing digital world and the marketing landscape was full of traditional agencies, one-dimensional specialists, and countless vendors peddling their particular product or service. But there was nobody to help companies pull everything together. So ... read Alaniz reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2008
    Novato, United States
  • MixDigital is a systematic marketing agency. We combine strategy, data, creatives, media, and performance to grow our clients' businesses systematically. Founded in Kyiv, Ukraine, in 2013, we operate worldwide. We are a professional team that is constantly learning and never stops. We don't believe in randomness. Every action we take, from the media plan to ... read MixDigital reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    50 - 249
    2013
    Kyiv, Ukraine
  • We are the full-service digital agency ready to offer you a long-term committed partnership whose only purpose is to build your brand from the ash or from the seed, by using our every tool, skill, and strategy. We helped over 70 businesses to start and grow online, building their brand’s reputation, increasing brand awareness, and ... read Balloonline reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2017
    Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • Social media provides great power for a business to grow and be successful. When combined with inbound marketing, a business's social profile is the best way to attract, engage and convert a target audience. At Social Media Freaks, we welcome you to the world of socially connected businesses and customers to create mutually beneficial results.

    NA
    10 - 49
    2008
    Mississauga, Canada
  • The Fox In The Box Group is the next iteration of digital agency. We exist to find clarity in the chaos of an increasingly complex marketing landscape. Our Team will look at your business, audience, market, and strategy holistically, with curious minds and commitment to understanding “WHY". This brings new perspectives, new ideas, new ways ... read The Fox In The Box Group reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    2 - 9
    2015
    Cape Town, South Africa
  • Infinity Reach is one of the top digital marketing agencies in Hyderabad. We cater to businesses of substantial size looking to improve their sales or branding through digital platforms. Digital Marketing is one of the fastest and most effective ways of improving your business multifold. Digital Transformation is used for growth hacking to scale business ... read Infinity Reach reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2012
    Hyderabad, India
  • We are a leading, award-winning, full-service Multicultural Marketing & Advertising agency, with over a decade of success connecting Canadian brands with diverse ethnic consumers. Grow market share with our full-suite of multicultural services, all under one roof: Strategy & Planning, Creative & Production, Media Planning & Buying, and in-house Research data and insight-driven solutions. Get ... read Maple Diversity Communications Inc reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2010
    Mississauga, Canada
  • Voom Creative is a branding, marketing, and media planning & buying agency. We’re based in Minneapolis and work with local, national and international law firms and professional services firms that seek a strategic and adaptable partner who shows integrity at every turn. At Voom Creative, our approach and culture make us truly unique. Our philosophy ... read Voom Creative reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Minneapolis, United States
  • ROAS Digital is a result-driven digital marketing agency. We can help you skyrocket your revenue by offering omnichannel digital marketing solutions that scale.

    $50 - $99/hr
    2 - 9
    2021
    Coimbatore, India
  • We help businesses automate and control their customer growth by setting up advertisements and landing pages designed to convert targeted traffic into buyers

    NA
    Freelancer
    2018
    Fishers, United States
  • Sunrise Digital Media is a full-service digital marketing agency that spends quality time to understand your business and develops a strategy to drive business goals. We can help you accelerate your online growth and boost your digital marketing returns by working together. We create content and layout the digital marketing experiences with flexibility, expanding to ... read Sunrise Digital reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2017
    Bengaluru, India
  • Since 2006, Today's Agency has crafted over 480 digital advertising projects (SEM, Social Media, Native Ads, etc.). It earned Google Premier Partner agency status, and they are the first Convert. Com-certified local agency.

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2006
    NYC, United States
  • Marketing is a constantly evolving process with different channels and topics to focus on. One of Our main focuses is creating consistent branding, generating traffic and leads, managing website security, and understanding tools and technology. We are very passionate about digital marketing because it provides people across the world with the opportunity to grow their ... read MARSDEN infotech LLP reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Bengaluru, India
  • SANOMADS was founded in 2021 by two individuals with a burning passion and expertise to revolutionize the worldwide e-commerce industry. Under this leadership & data-driven approach combined with creative excellence, our team delivered impressive growth statistics for hundreds of clients. Rated as the top Shopify Expert agency by The Manifest in 2023, SANOMADS maintains the ... read SANOMADS reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2021
    NYC, United States
  • LPS Brands is a Digital Marketing Agency based out of Dubai. We serve clients across multiple divisions in Digital Marketing such as Content marketing, Influencer marketing, TikTok marketing, Social Media Marketing and so much more. We also provide 360 media services such as PR, video production, animation, sound design, creative designing, and many more New ... read LPS Brands reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    Dubai, UAE
  • Cybertron Ads is a 360 Advertising platform which uses programmatic media buying to achieve the end goal which is customer acquisiton. We also employ next levels of innovation with Dynamic QR, Rich media Ads, Push Down,In-Banner Videos and lots more to further broaden the target users experience with relating to the promoted brands We merge ... read Cybertron Ads reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2021
    Lagos, Nigeria
  • Your growth. Our promise. Attract and retain customers, generate profit, while enabling continuous expansion with our digital marketing expertise that ensures sustainable, long-term growth for your business. That’s our promise to you. Our vision is to create a lasting company culture that prioritises customer satisfaction, embraces change and innovation, and helps businesses grow sustainably online ... read Gudu reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    2 - 9
    2023
    Sydney, Australia
  • Zeldigital is a premier digital marketing and advertising consulting agency, co-founded by Hanzel Lacida. Based out of Cebu City, Zeldigital leverages the latest SEO, Google Ads, and PPC strategies to help businesses achieve their online goals. With a comprehensive suite of services, Zeldigital is essential for businesses looking for improving their online visibility and driving ... read ZELDIGITAL reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    2 - 9
    2020
    Cebu City, Philippines
  • Resonate Marketing Studios is a full-service digital marketing agency designed to help continually drive a powerful ROI for their marketing investment. We excel at building and leveraging brand equity at precise moments throughout the buying journey, creatively engaging prospective clients when and where it matters most.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2018
    Brimfield, United States
  • Redmedia is one of the leading advertising agencies in Malabar. We are creative establishment specializing in designing printing add film branding and media management As a dedicated marketing communication consultant We have a proven caliber maintaining client relation with services on demand methodology.

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    Kottarakkara, India
  • We believe in our clients, and they believe in us. Being the marketing source in Cache Valley is no small potatoes, but we're striving to be the best in the business at helping other local businesses achieve their goals.Locally owned and operated, the Cache Valley Media Group has been an integral part in the success ... read Cache Valley Media Group reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Logan, United States
  • We're a local digital marketing agency with long-term expertise in customer relationship marketing. Iris provides strategic, creative marketing solutions for multichannel user experiences that transform brands and grow client businesses. We’re a unique data-driven marketing agency in Vietnam.

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2017
    Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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