Tools · Updated Jun 28, 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 Ezoic (~$5–$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 with no traffic floor; full value tends to kick in around 10k sessions. | No minimum (Access Now) | $5–$25 | Eligible |
| Media.netThe classic contextual AdSense alternative (Yahoo/Bing demand); manual approval, no ad-stuffing. | No strict minimum | $3–$15 | Eligible |
| SovrnAccessible ad exchange + commerce monetization for any size; a step up from AdSense via header bidding. | No minimum | $3–$10 | 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; about a 5-month commitment. | 500,000 pageviews/mo (full value) | $20–$45 | Not yet |
| FreestarFully-managed header bidding for large publishers; top-tier demand. | 1,000,000 pageviews/mo | $20–$50 | 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.
Want the detail behind these numbers?
See the full breakdown of requirements, RPMs, exclusivity, and the 2025–2026 changes in our living network comparison.
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