Why RedTrack is the best TheOptimizer alternative?
TheOptimizer works well for search arbitrage media buyers who focus on the automation of small and repetitive tasks during ad campaign management. However, if you need an automation solution based on 1st party data and focusing on ROI improvement, RedTrack is the top choice. Why? Let’s find out.

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4 reasons NOT to choose TheOptimizer?
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It is just an automation tool
TheOptimizer helps automate media buying by linking up with ad trackers or platforms. But as these platforms often struggle with accurate conversion measurements due to less reliance on cookies, you might still need an extra ad tracker to make sure your optimizations are based on solid data.
RedTrack simplifies this for you. It’s not just an ad tracker - it’s a tool that boosts your campaign’s accuracy and feeds algorithms with the right data for smarter optimization. This means you get a more reliable, integrated solution that supports your media buying efforts effectively, all in one place.
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No CAPI integrations
TheOptimizer doesn't gather its conversion data, which can be a drawback for modern advertisers who need robust CAPI integration, especially as cookies become less reliable. In contrast, RedTrack includes proprietary CAPI integration in all our pricing plans at no extra cost. This integration bridges the gaps in ad managers' reporting and allows you to optimize your ads' ROI based on actual performance data - not just the information provided by ad platforms.
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High prices and extra payments
TheOptimizer charges a percentage of your ad spend for its automation features, and you'll likely need a separate robust ad tracker if you need more than just bulk ad management. This approach can increase your software maintenance costs and complicate your setup with multiple tools for different tasks.
In contrast, RedTrack offers a solution that includes both precise real-time ad tracking and media buying automation. It's similar to what TheOptimizer provides but with additional capabilities tailored to meet your specific needs. All major features are included in our pricing plans without any hidden fees, and we generally charge fixed annual rates - no percentages of your ad budget or revenue.
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It focused on automating Native ads only
TheOptimizer is great for automating routine tasks on Native advertising platforms, and while it lists integrations with big names like Facebook, TikTok, and Google, these don't help with campaign optimization if you're not using an ad tracker. Especially since ad platforms have started losing a lot of conversion data following the iOS14 updates.
RedTrack, however, is built for media buyers who want to do more than just create bulk ads. It's designed to help you optimize your campaigns across over 200 platforms, including Facebook, Google, TikTok, and Bing. If you're looking to boost your ROI with automation that relies on accurate first-party data, RedTrack is the way to go.
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Ad tracking & Automation for every media buyer
RedTrack is made by people who buy media ads, just like you. They come from all sorts of jobs, which helped us make something that really works for anyone buying ads for things like online stores, direct sales, ad agencies, and software services. We're proud to offer a super accurate way to see how your ads are doing, with clear costs for making things automatic and lots of tools to help you make more money from your ads. It's built for everyone who buys ads, and we're always adding new stuff to help you out.
Limited functions with focus on narrow audience
Sure, knowing the ins and outs of a specific audience is great, but what happens when ad channels start blending together and customer paths zigzag more than ever? Sticking to a tracker that can’t see beyond its niche means you could be missing out on the bigger picture and juggling more tools than you need.
All your ad insights, one dashboard
RedTrack brings together all your advertising and partnership campaign data in one seamless dashboard. No need to jump between tabs or solutions to analyse the data. Our AI reports offer deep insights with just a few clicks. Track conversions, clicks, spend, and revenue in real-time, dive deep with five levels of detail across 50+ data points, and customize your analysis with filters and saved templates. Spend time on the data, not on figuring out how to find it.
Just one or two channels? Think bigger
Focusing solely on Facebook, Google, or TikTok might seem okay at first. But really, why limit yourself when you could have a tool that brings everything together? It's like choosing to listen to a single instrument when you could hear the whole orchestra.
200+ pre-built integrations
RedTrack lets you easily link up with 200+ channels and tools like Facebook, Google, and TikTok. Right now, you might only need one of these, and that’s totally fine. But as your advertising grows and you start exploring new channels, you'll find that RedTrack supports a wider variety of integrations than others. This includes everything from e-commerce platforms to lesser-known traffic sources and affiliate networks. Our list of connections keeps growing, so you'll always have what you need to scale up effortlessly.
A couple of integrations won't cut it anymore
Initially, it might feel enough to have your Facebook and Google ads in line. But what about when you're ready to expand? Sticking with a tracker that can't grow with you means you'll end up cobbling together a makeshift solution instead of having a single, powerful tool like RedTrack.
Improved data accuracy
RedTrack has developed smarter ways to handle data and connect with Conversion APIs from top ad sources like Facebook, Google, TikTok, Bing, and others. This means you can easily send all your conversion info to one or more platforms at once, making your tracking and analysis more efficient. Even better, you can get good matching rates for your ads without needing personal details like emails or phone numbers. With RedTrack, you're getting more value out of your data, enhancing your ad performance without the usual hassle.
Missing out on the full story
Many trackers skim the surface, sending only some events back to your ad networks. This partial picture leads to missed conversions and so-so matching rates because they’re not capturing all the details. RedTrack doesn’t miss a beat, ensuring you’re getting the complete insight by sending over every scrap of data.
Everything, everywhere: campaigns, browsers, devices
RedTrack has developed smarter ways to handle data and connect with Conversion APIs from top ad sources like Facebook, Google, TikTok, Bing, and others. This means you can easily send all your conversion info to one or more platforms at once, making your tracking and analysis more efficient. Even better, you can get good matching rates for your ads without needing personal details like emails or phone numbers. With RedTrack, you're getting more value out of your data, enhancing your ad performance without the usual hassle.
Skipping over the cross-everything tracking
Cross-browser and cross-device tracking is a tough nut to crack, and it seems like our competitors haven't quite got there. That means clicks without conversions and attribution that’s all over the place.
Smart attribution down to each ad
We nail down where your conversions and revenue are coming from, right to the individual ad. This means you get a clear picture of which ads are hitting the mark and which might need a tweak, helping you fine-tune your campaigns for better results.
Extra costs just to see what's working
Getting detailed with ad set or even ad level attribution sounds great until you see the price tag. Competitors might add on hefty fees just for this insight, on top of what you’re already paying. Does it have to be that expensive to get a closer look?
Ad cost updates at flat fee
You can keep an eye on your ad costs with updates every 5 minutes, all the way to the ad level, and it’s all covered by one flat fee. Yep, we don’t charge any commission for these frequent updates.
Paying more just to keep up
Need to update your ad costs or automate something? Other trackers might ding you with extra charges based on your ad spend or revenue. It feels a bit like being penalized for doing well, doesn’t it?
As many campaigns as you like, no hidden limits
We bill based on events, not the number of campaigns or automations you run. Transparency is our motto, so with RedTrack, you won’t bump into any unexpected limits after you sign up.
The "surprise! Pay more" message
Ever get that surprise message saying you’ve tracked too many campaigns and it’s time to cough up more cash? Seems a bit unfair, especially if you’re just getting the hang of things and starting to scale up.
Why top media buyers choose RedTrack?
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Amount of data
RedTrack encompasses much more visible and accessible information than any other ad trackers, such as device data, region, time of conversion, and 50+ other data points.
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Automated rules & Ads Manager
These are features that are rare in other trackers. Some trackers might have them, but having everything integrated and working seamlessly is very uncommon.
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Significantly better tracking
Of all the trackers RedTrack offers the best ad tracking. When everything is properly collected, the tracking becomes much more accurate.
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Versatility in analysis
Have much more versatility in filters at the level of ad, account, set, parameters, allowing to filter items the way you want and display them the way you prefer. This makes it possible to identify what is working just at a glance.
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Custom conversions
Create custom conversions for all clients, including data that goes to the Manager and some that don’t but are still useful for analysis in our dashboards. You are not limited to the platform’s standard conversions; instead, you can monitor conversions that make sense for you.
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More accuracy & funnel security
Since everything goes through RedTrack before proceeding to the next step (Ads > RT > Pre-Landing > RT > Landing Page > RT > Offer), you have much more accuracy in the collected information. Data loss is much less likely because everything passes through the server first.
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ClickID security
RedTrack has a secure system since everything goes through the server before moving to the next step. Therefore, only those who should proceed and have the RedTrack ClickID can move forward. This ensures funnel data security and prevents unauthorized individuals from entering the funnel.
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Excellent A/B testing & customizations
With RT, you can perform A/B testing on almost everything: Pages, Pressells, LPs, Headlines, VSLs, and even Offers and Checkouts. It’s also possible to run multiple tests simultaneously—something not possible elsewhere. Top media buyers conduct their A/B tests exclusively within RedTrack.
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Multiple traffic sources
RedTrack is the ad tracker that supports the largest number of traffic sources. And even if it doesn’t natively support one, it provides the tools to use its own structure to create and adapt for me, if necessary.
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Custom parameters
RedTrack allows something you won't see in any other tracker: the ability to add your own parameters and customize them. This way, you can include your own information, even if it’s not native to RedTrack, giving you even more freedom in analysis.