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Full-service ecommerce growth agency for health, wellness and supplement brands on Amazon, TikTok Shop and DTC.
Exclusiva Inc is a full-service ecommerce growth agency founded in 2016 and based in Hatfield, Pennsylvania. It specializes in health, wellness and supplement brands across Amazon, TikTok Shop and DTC, with a track record of 250+ product launches and $60M+ in client revenue. Its methods include a proprietary ad-testing approach and a 304-point CRO framework.
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North Carolina influencer agency, part of Ignite Social Media, that publishes starting prices and sales-lift case studies.
Carusele, launched in 2015 from Ignite Social Media, runs influencer, TikTok, UGC and affiliate programs for CPG and retail brands such as Tyson Foods, Revlon and Walgreens. It publishes starting prices: UGC from $7,500, TikTok programs from $20,000 and full-service programs from $25,000. Case studies report a 7.6% sales lift in test markets and 57% higher ROAS from influencer content in paid ads.
Influencer agency and data platform since 2013 that says it has managed $350M+ in influencer spend.
NeoReach runs managed influencer campaigns and also offers a creator database indexing 250M+ creators. It reports $350M+ influencer spend managed and a 90% renewal rate, with case studies for Netflix (2.7x ROI) and Walmart (2x conversions). Pricing is custom by scope and creator tier.
Large creator marketing agency with its own AI and brand-safety tools, working with brands like Uber, e.l.f. and Samsung.
Viral Nation runs influencer programs end to end, including creator selection, pricing benchmarks against 50K+ payment records, content and paid amplification. Case studies include Uber (69.2M views, 3.8x ROI) and MGM Resorts ($4.2M earned media value). It names clients such as Walmart, Google and Samsung. Pricing is not published.
TikTok-focused influencer agency owned by Humanz that says it has activated 40,000+ creators for brands like Lyft and Target.
Ubiquitous handles influencer strategy, creator logistics and paid amplification across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok Shop. It is owned by influencer platform Humanz. Case studies cite Lyft (8.1M views at a $4.31 CPM) and Blue Chew (37M+ views). It requires a minimum budget but does not publish it.
LA influencer agency since 2013 with offices on three continents; says 38% of clients are Fortune 500 brands.
Open Influence manages creator campaigns, creative and paid amplification from Los Angeles and offices including New York, London and Hong Kong. It reports 50B+ total reach, campaigns in 70+ countries and a 92% renewal rate. Clients shown include Uber, Amazon and Mercedes-Benz. Pricing is not published.
Managed influencer campaignsCreative strategyPaid social amplificationContent production (Studio OI)Managed creator campaignsPaid socialContent production
Creator marketing agency that says it has run 152K+ influencer collaborations for brands like Ulta and Converse.
Obviously builds client-owned creator networks, ambassador programs and seeding campaigns across Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, with a reporting dashboard. It reports 152,562 collaborations and 5.1B+ organic impressions, and says ambassador programs show 65% higher engagement than one-off posts. Pricing is not published.
Creator and UGC agency focused on nano and micro influencers plus ad-ready content for performance campaigns.
inBeat runs influencer campaigns across nano to macro tiers and produces UGC for paid ads and TikTok Shop. It says it ships 300+ assets a month from 250+ creators in 19 countries. A Hurom case study cites +300% ROAS and -65% CPA. Pricing is not published.
US influencer agency with its own Resonate AI platform, working with CPG and grocery brands like Danone and Albertsons.
Linqia plans and runs influencer programs, negotiates with creators and amplifies content through paid placements, backed by its Resonate AI platform and 15+ measurement partners. Logos include Albertsons, Danone and Bayer, and it lists Shorty and Digiday awards. Its homepage shows no campaign figures or pricing.
Los Angeles influencer agency running Instagram, YouTube and TikTok programs, with Blue Apron as a named long-time client.
Mediakix plans and runs sponsored creator content on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok, plus gifting and paid amplification. Blue Apron's CMO credits it with supporting the brand's growth over three years. The site publishes no campaign metrics or pricing.
Full-service influencer agency covering TikTok, Instagram and YouTube from persona planning to ROI reporting.
The Influencer Marketing Factory handles strategy, creator matching, agreements, content and ROI tracking across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. Its homepage does not name clients or publish results or pricing, so buyers should ask for case studies.
Influencer matchingContracts & rightsContent creationTracking & ROI reportingInfluencer identificationCampaign strategyTikTok campaignsTracking and ROI reporting
An influencer agency finds creators, negotiates deals, manages content and reports results. The best ones have real relationships in your category and a process for checking audience quality. Therefore, ask how they vet creators before they suggest them.
Next, look at measurement. Strong agencies track sales through codes and links, collect usage rights for ads and report on cost per result, not just reach. In addition, they make sure every post meets disclosure rules.
Questions to ask on the first call
First, ask for examples of campaigns in your niche and what they learned. Next, ask how they handle creators who miss deadlines or post off-brief. Then ask who owns the content and for how long. Finally, ask how they split budget between creator fees and paid amplification. As a result, you can compare every candidate on equal terms.
Pricing models to compare
Agencies may charge a management fee on top of creator costs, a flat retainer or a campaign price. So ask for a clear split between agency fees and creator payments. That way, you can judge both the talent and the service. Above all, get every fee in writing.
How we ranked them
Each agency is scored out of 100: results and case studies (40%), specialty fit (25%), pricing transparency (20%) and verified reviews (15%). The score sets the editorial order. Sponsored spots are sold separately and never change it.
Match the agency's specialty to your channel, category and stage. A launch specialist and a scale specialist are different hires.
Compare pricing models, not just the headline fee: flat retainer, percentage of ad spend, or a hybrid. Ask what happens to the fee as you grow.
Ask for two case studies from brands like yours, with the starting point, the work done and the result.
Confirm who owns your ad accounts, creative and data, and what happens to them if you leave.
Check verified reviews and the minimum contract length before you sign.
FAQs: Best Influencer Marketing Agencies
Which influencer marketing agencies are the best in 2026?
Our current top picks are in the Quick answer at the top of this page. We rank influencer marketing agencies on results and case studies (40%), specialty fit (25%), pricing transparency (20%) and verified reviews (15%). Sponsored spots are paid, labeled, and never change the editorial order.
How much do influencer marketing agencies cost?
Most influencer marketing agencies price in one of three ways: a flat monthly retainer, a percentage of ad spend or revenue, or a hybrid of the two. Each agency's pricing model and minimum budget are listed in the comparison table above. Ask for a written scope that lists what is included, the contract length, and who owns your accounts and data.
How do you choose between influencer marketing agencies?
Match the agency's specialty to your channel, category and stage. A launch specialist and a scale specialist are different hires. Compare pricing models, not just the headline fee: flat retainer, percentage of ad spend, or a hybrid. Ask what happens to the fee as you grow. Ask for two case studies from brands like yours, with the starting point, the work done and the result.
Are there free influencer marketing agencies?
Agencies rarely work for free, but many offer a free audit or strategy call before you sign. Use it to judge how well they understand your account, and ask for the audit findings in writing.