3Q/DEPT vs Metric Theory

A head-to-head comparison of 3Q/DEPT and Metric Theory in ppc agencies, scored across the same 5 weighted criteria so you can see exactly where each agency is stronger.

3Q/DEPT

Digital growth marketing and technology partner for ambitious brands.

73/ 100 overallHigher score
Metric Theory

Data-driven performance digital marketing agency for growth-focused brands and B2B companies.

68/ 100 overall

Score-by-score

Criterion3Q/DEPTMetric Theory
Website Presence(20%)8883
Search Visibility(20%)5254
Trust & Credibility(20%)7468
Market Presence(15%)7872
Customer Satisfaction(10%)7258
Overall7368

Pricing at a glance

3Q/DEPT

Model
Custom-quoted agency engagements, primarily monthly retainer / ongoing managed-services relationships for digital marketing and media management, with some strategic advisory or project-based work. Evidence from Clutch indicates ongoing monthly spend relationships, while directories consistently show a minimum project budget rather than fixed packages.
Typical range
$300,000-$700,000 / month
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Metric Theory

Model
Custom-quoted monthly agency retainer that is commonly billed as a percentage of managed ad spend. Multiple third-party sources indicate Metric Theory engagements are typically ongoing retainers for PPC / paid social management rather than fixed-price packages.
Typical range
10%–25% of ad spend
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