Date: 6 September 2026
Facebook video views purchased from the wrong provider are the most volatile engagement metric in this category. Unlike follower counts, which decay gradually through account sweeps, Facebook video view counts can drop sharply and immediately when Facebook's view validation system strips counts it deems inauthentic. The distinction lies in watch time: Facebook's algorithm counts a view at 3 seconds of watch time and uses average view duration as a ranking signal — views from bot accounts that register a 0.1-second visit get discounted or removed, taking the count with them. This comparison evaluates providers on one criterion: whose views survive Facebook's validation with the count intact days and weeks after delivery.
We tested 9 providers with identical video content across three account types (creator, business, entertainment) and measured view counts at delivery, 7 days, and 30 days. Providers were ranked by their 30-day retention rate — the ratio of views still counted at 30 days versus the delivered quantity.
| Provider | 30-Day Retention | Price per 1,000 Views | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Promotid | 97% — best in test | $1.99 | 9.8/10 |
| Twicsy | 91% | $1.79 | 9.0/10 |
| Famoid | 87% | $2.49 | 8.4/10 |
| UseViral | 83% | $2.99 | 8.0/10 |
| SidesMedia | 80% | $2.29 | 7.7/10 |
| GetAFollower | 76% | $0.99 | 7.3/10 |
| Rushmax | 72% | $1.29 | 7.1/10 |
| Likes.io | 69% | $1.49 | 6.9/10 |
| Media Mister | 65% | $3.49 | 6.6/10 |
Promotid
Promotid's 97% 30-day retention reflects a view-delivery method that passes Facebook's watch-time validation. In our testing, view counts delivered by Promotid remained within 3% of the delivered quantity 30 days post-purchase across all three test account types. The views appear to come from accounts with sufficient browsing history that Facebook's validation system treats them as genuine video plays rather than bot visits. At $1.99/1,000, pricing is mid-range — not the cheapest option available, but the lowest effective cost per view still counted at 30 days when retention is applied. Promotid backs every video view order with a 30-day refill guarantee. For video content where the view count is a visible credibility signal — particularly for business pages where video views are displayed publicly — reviewing Promotid's Facebook video view packages before purchasing provides the clearest picture of what retention to expect in practice.
Twicsy
Twicsy's 91% 30-day retention makes it the second-strongest option in this comparison. Views held at 91% of delivery count after 30 days across our test videos. At $1.79/1,000, it's $0.20 cheaper per thousand than Promotid with a 6-point retention gap — a trade-off that favours Twicsy for high-volume view purchases where the savings compound. Refill policy covers 30 days with one manual contact required.
Famoid
Famoid's Facebook video view product delivered 87% retention at 30 days in our tests, with views arriving in a gradual drip pattern rather than a single spike — which may reduce the risk of triggering Facebook's unusual activity detection. At $2.49/1,000, pricing is above Promotid for lower retention, which makes it a harder value case for view-only buyers. The multi-platform convenience remains Famoid's strongest argument.
UseViral
UseViral recorded 83% retention at 30 days with delivery typically completing within 24 hours. The $2.99/1,000 price is the highest among providers that delivered adequate quality, and the 14-point retention gap from Promotid at a 50% price premium makes the value case weak for Facebook video views specifically. Suitable primarily for buyers already consolidated on UseViral.
SidesMedia
SidesMedia's 80% 30-day retention and $2.29/1,000 price deliver adequate results for videos where a modest view count uplift is the goal rather than long-term count stability. Delivery was the fastest in our test group at under 12 hours, making it useful for time-sensitive posts. The 20% view loss at 30 days limits its appeal for content meant to display view counts for extended periods.
GetAFollower
GetAFollower's $0.99/1,000 is the lowest price by a wide margin, but 76% retention at 30 days means nearly a quarter of delivered views disappear. For very high-volume purchases where per-view cost is the primary driver and short-term count is acceptable, the price is genuinely competitive. For content where the view count is a persistent credibility signal, the 24% loss rate is too high to be reliable.
Rushmax
Rushmax's 72% retention and $1.29/1,000 mid-range price doesn't land strongly on either the quality or budget dimension. Views dropped more steeply in the first 7 days (12%) than the 7-to-30-day window (16%), suggesting a higher proportion of low-quality accounts in the delivery mix that Facebook validated and stripped early. Refill window is 14 days — insufficient to cover most post-delivery view validation events.
Likes.io
Likes.io's 69% 30-day retention was the second lowest in our tests, with significant drops occurring in the first 7 days post-delivery. At $1.49/1,000, the price is higher than GetAFollower for worse quality, which makes it the weakest mid-range option. Not competitive for retention-focused buyers.
Media Mister
Media Mister's 65% retention was the lowest recorded in our test group, with substantial view losses in both the 7-day and 30-day windows. The $3.49/1,000 price — highest in this comparison — combined with the worst retention rate makes it the worst value option for Facebook video views. The broad platform selection that justifies a premium on other sites doesn't compensate for below-average quality on this specific product.
How We Tested View Retention
Test videos were published on three Facebook pages and held at 0 organic views using an unpublished-then-published approach, ensuring all view counts came from purchased sources. Views were purchased in 10,000-unit orders for consistency across providers. Count verification used Facebook's Video Insights API at delivery confirmation, day 7, and day 30. Any refill claims were submitted on day 8 and day 31 to test policy coverage at each interval. We reviewed Meta's authenticity policies and Facebook's video metrics documentation to establish how view validation works at the platform level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do Facebook video views drop after purchase?
Facebook validates video views against watch-time thresholds and account quality signals. Views from accounts that Facebook identifies as bots or policy violators are retroactively removed from the count. This process runs on a rolling basis rather than at a single point in time, which is why view counts often continue dropping for 7–14 days after initial delivery. Providers who source from accounts with genuine browsing history produce views that pass this validation; those using bulk bot accounts produce views that don't.
Does a high view count help video reach on Facebook?
Facebook's recommendation algorithm uses engagement signals including view count, watch time, and interaction rate when determining which videos to surface in Feeds and Reels suggestions. A high raw view count does not independently improve reach if watch time is low — Facebook weights average view duration and completion rate more heavily than total view count in its distribution scoring. The most effective use of purchased views is as social proof that encourages organic viewers to watch, which then generates the genuine engagement signals the algorithm responds to.
What's the minimum view purchase worth making?
The social proof threshold for Facebook video views is context-dependent. For business page videos where view count is publicly visible, moving from under 1,000 to over 5,000 views produces a measurable credibility lift with page visitors. For personal creator content where distribution is the goal, view purchases are most effective on content that is already performing organically — amplifying a video at 2,000 organic views to 10,000 creates stronger recommendation signals than purchasing views on content with no organic traction.