Ranked #5 of 12 · October 30, 2026

Equativ review

Equativ (formerly Smart AdServer) combines a publisher ad server with a supply-side platform, giving large publishers direct and programmatic tools in one stack. It suits enterprise publishers, particularly in Europe.

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7.3/10

Overview

Equativ offers ad serving, programmatic monetization and CTV/video capabilities. The combined ad server and SSP model gives publishers integrated yield management, though it is a larger platform to adopt.

At a glance

Best for
Large publishers wanting ad serving and SSP in one platform.
Pricing model
Custom pricing; contact sales.
Headquarters
Paris, France
Formats
Display, Native, Video (VAST), CTV, In-app
Website
equativ.com

Pros

  • Combined ad server and SSP
  • Strong video and CTV
  • Enterprise scale

Cons

  • Complex for smaller teams
  • Pricing not published

Scores

Independence & neutrality
7
Ease of use & self-serve
7
Pricing transparency
5
API & integrations
8
Format & channel support
9
Support & onboarding
8
Commerce & retail media readiness
7

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