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Compare: Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs) vs Outbrain
A side-by-side analysis to help you find the right tool.
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
Custom Quote
(Custom Quote)
N/A (custom engagement)
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Outbrain
Freemium
(Free)
N/A — pay only for ad spend
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Key Differences
Pricing Model
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
Custom Quote
Outbrain
Freemium
Budget Tier
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
Custom Quote
Outbrain
Free
Free Trial
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
N/A (custom engagement)
Outbrain
N/A — pay only for ad spend
Company Size Fit
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
Mid-Market (20–200), Enterprise (200+)
Outbrain
Small Team (2–20), Mid-Market (20–200), Enterprise (200+)
Business Type Fit
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
B2B, B2C, D2C / E-commerce
Outbrain
B2B, B2C
Best For
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
VC-backed/growth companies wanting sophisticated multi-channel paid media strategy
Outbrain
Brands wanting native content-discovery ad placements as an alternative/complement to Taboola
Pros
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
Strong reputation among VC-backed startups
sophisticated attribution approach
now part of Brainlabs network
Outbrain
Generally considered slightly higher-quality publisher network than Taboola
good for premium content amplification
Cons
Metric Theory (part of Brainlabs)
Part of larger Brainlabs network may change service model
premium pricing
Outbrain
Same general native-ad challenges as Taboola (quality variance, lower intent)
merged with Taboola in some markets (reducing competitive options)
smaller network
What They Share
