1. Adyogi
Adyogi · Gurugram · Advertising & PPC management · 4.2/5
Automated ads for e-commerce brands built in India.
On request
Quote-based
Advertising & PPC management · Alternatives
Best Hotstar Ads alternatives in India (2026)
Hotstar Ads is an advertising & ppc management product from JioStar, Mumbai, priced at On request. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 2 have a free plan, 5 are built in India, and 2 start cheaper or free.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to Hotstar Ads are Adyogi (On request), AdEngage by Vidooly (On request), Glance (On request), Marin Software (On request) and WordStream (On request). Google Ads is the top-ranked option with a free plan.
Why businesses look for a Hotstar Ads alternative
There is no free plan
Hotstar Ads has no free tier. 2 alternatives do, which lets you test with real data before you pay.
A mobile app
Hotstar Ads does not list an Android app. 2 alternatives do.
Hotstar Ads alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches Hotstar Ads's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Hotstar Ads (current) | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.1/5 | — |
| 1 | Adyogi | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 2 |  AdEngage by Vidooly | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 3 |  Glance | On request | No | Web | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 4 |  Marin Software | On request | No | Web | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 5 |  WordStream | On request | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 6 |  Skai | On request | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 7 |  Criteo | On request | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 8 |  Taboola | On request | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 9 |  Outbrain | On request | No | Web | No | 4.2/5 | |
| 10 |  Bannerflow | On request | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 11 |  Pacvue | On request | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 12 |  Sellics (Perpetua) | On request | No | Web | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 13 |  Mgid | On request | No | Web | No | 4/5 | |
| 14 |  InMobi | On request | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.3/5 | |
| 15 |  Vserv | On request | No | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 16 |  Bidnamic | On request | No | Web | No | 3.9/5 | |
| 17 |  AdSparc | Revenue share | No | Web | No | 3.9/5 | |
| 18 |  Lunio | On request | No | Web | No | 3.9/5 | |
| 19 |  Google Ads | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.7/5 | |
| 20 |  LinkedIn Campaign Manager | Free | Yes | Web | No | 4.7/5 |
Top 10 Hotstar Ads alternatives in detail
2. AdEngage by Vidooly
Vidooly · Noida · Advertising & PPC management · 4.2/5
YouTube ad optimisation.
On request
Quote-based
3. Glance
Glance (InMobi) · Bengaluru · Advertising & PPC management · 4.2/5
Lock-screen content and ads platform.
On request
Quote-based
4. Marin Software
Marin Software · San Francisco · Advertising & PPC management · 4.3/5
Cross-channel ad management.
On request
Quote-based
5. WordStream
WordStream (LocaliQ) · Boston · Advertising & PPC management · 4.2/5
PPC management for small businesses.
On request
Quote-based
On request
Quote-based
On request
Quote-based
On request
Quote-based
On request
Quote-based
10. Bannerflow
Bannerflow · Stockholm · Advertising & PPC management · 4.1/5
Display creative management.
On request
Quote-based
Hotstar Ads alternatives by what you need
Cheaper than Hotstar Ads
Free Hotstar Ads alternatives
Indian alternatives to Hotstar Ads
How to choose a Hotstar Ads alternative
- Use the platforms' native tools until you manage several accounts or channels.
- For marketplace sellers, dedicated Amazon/Flipkart ad tools pay for themselves quickly.
- Check whether reporting reconciles with your actual sales data, not just platform-reported conversions.
Hotstar Ads alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to Hotstar Ads in 2026?+
The closest matches to Hotstar Ads on App Advisor are Adyogi (On request), AdEngage by Vidooly (On request), Glance (On request). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match Hotstar Ads, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to Hotstar Ads?+
Yes. 2 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: Google Ads (Free), LinkedIn Campaign Manager (Free). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
Is there an Indian alternative to Hotstar Ads?+
Yes. 5 alternatives are built in India, including Adyogi (On request), AdEngage by Vidooly (On request), Glance (On request). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
Hotstar Ads vs Adyogi: which is better?+
Adyogi is the closest match to Hotstar Ads in our catalogue. Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these Hotstar Ads alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in advertising & ppc management or a category Hotstar Ads also covers, and JioStar's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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