Tools · Updated Jun 30, 2026
Which ad network can you join right now?
Most "best ad network" advice ignores the one thing that decides your options: your traffic. Enter yours below to see what you qualify for today — and where the real RPM jump is.
At 20,000 monthly pageviews, your highest-RPM option is Mediavine (Journey) (~$10–$25 RPM).
| Network | Requirement | RPM (Tier-1) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google AdSenseThe on-ramp. Anyone can start; you leave money on the table once you qualify for more. | No traffic minimum | $1–$15 | Eligible |
| EzoicAI-driven optimization. As of Feb 2026 new publishers need 250k+ monthly users; smaller sites apply via the Incubator, and existing publishers are grandfathered in. | 250,000 monthly users (new sites) | $5–$25 | Not yet |
| Media.netThe classic contextual AdSense alternative (Yahoo/Bing demand); manual approval, no ad-stuffing. | No strict minimum | $1–$5 | Eligible |
| SovrnAccessible ad exchange + commerce monetization for any size; no hard floor, though they suggest ~1,000 daily pageviews before running display. | No minimum (~1k/day recommended) | $1–$5 | Eligible |
| Mediavine (Journey)Entry tier of a premium network — a notable 2025 lowering of the bar. Official tier needs $5k annual ad revenue. | 1,000 sessions/mo | $10–$25 | Eligible |
| MonumetricHands-on management between Ezoic and the big premium networks. | 10,000 pageviews/mo | $8–$20 | Eligible |
| RaptiveTop-tier RPMs; dropped from 100k to 25k pageviews in late 2025 (formerly AdThrive + CafeMedia). | 25,000 pageviews/mo | $25–$50 | Not yet |
| PlaywirePremium managed platform (RAMP) for sites at scale; exclusive — its script replaces your other display ads. High-impact and video formats earn most. | 500,000 pageviews/mo | $10–$30 | Not yet |
| FreestarFully-managed header bidding for large publishers; manages your whole stack (no published hard exclusivity). A monthly minimum fee applies if revenue runs low. | ~1,000,000 pageviews/mo | $10–$30 | Not yet |
Estimates only. Networks measure traffic differently (pageviews vs. sessions), enforce content-quality and policy review, and change requirements often — always confirm on the network's own site.
What could that traffic earn?
Eligibility is only half the picture. Estimate the monthly revenue your traffic and niche could bring on each network.
Want the detail behind these numbers?
See the full breakdown of requirements, RPMs, exclusivity, and the 2025–2026 changes in our living network comparison.