If Dublin’s marketing scene were a pint of Guinness, you’d find plenty of foam on top but only a few agencies with the real substance underneath. From household Irish staples like Dublin Zoo and Bord Bia to tech powerhouses and charities, the brands shaping Ireland’s story are backed by some seriously creative agencies.
But not every agency that calls itself “award-winning” actually has the hardware to prove it. Some will dazzle you with case studies, others with glossy websites (and some with neither). But I went digging; past the Clutch listings, beyond the generic “full-service” promises to figure out who’s actually delivering results in Dublin, who’s scooping up Spiders and DMAs (Ireland’s marketing awards), and who’s just coasting on buzzwords.
So, whether you’re a multinational setting up shop in the Silicon Docks, a startup looking to punch above your weight, or a local business that just wants to stop getting rinsed on Google Ads, here’s our pick of the best digital marketing agencies in Dublin right now.
1. NoGood
Office Location: New York City, NY (with Global Operations & Expertise)
Year Founded: 2016
Team Size: 50+ employees
Key Services: Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Organic Social, Paid Social, Paid Search, Performance Branding, Content Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)
Industries Served: SaaS, Artificial Intelligence (Tech), Fintech, eCommerce/Consumer, Buyer-to-Buyer (B2B), Healthcare
Case Studies: Inflection AI, MongoDB, JVN Haircare, Gelato, and more
Headquartered in New York with a global footprint (including Dublin), NoGood brands itself as the “growth squad” for startups and enterprises that want measurable, scalable marketing results. Unlike traditional agencies, we operate with a squad model: cross-functional teams of SEO experts, growth strategists, designers, and creatives that embed directly with a client’s goals.
The approach has landed us partnerships with brands like Nike, TikTok, Ghostery, Amazon, and P&G, alongside fast-growing SaaS, fintech, and healthcare companies. And the industry has noticed: NoGood has picked up recognition at the Drum Awards, the Webbys, and the Shorty Awards, where our work in building community and brand authority stood out. We’ve also been tapped to speak at SXSW, signaling our thought leadership in AI and growth marketing.
Where NoGood differentiates in Dublin’s agency landscape is our blend of deep SEO and AEO expertise (we’ve literally written the playbooks on optimizing for AI engines like ChatGPT and Gemini), performance-driven experimentation across paid and organic channels, and content that often shapes the wider industry conversation. Our blog and frameworks are cited by other marketers, not just clients.
For brands looking for more than an agency, one that feels like a plug-in growth team with awards and global credibility to back it up, NoGood positions itself as a forward-thinking partner that measures success not in impressions, but in outcomes.
2. Wolfgang Digital
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland
Year Founded: 2007
Team Size: ~100 Employees
Key Services: Paid Search, Paid Social, SEO, CRM & Marketing Automation, International Marketing
Industries Served: Retail & eCommerce, Education, Technology, SaaS, Non-Profits, Luxury Goods, Health & Wellness, B2B
Case Studies: Millies, Petstop, Shaws Department Stores, Shoes for Crews, and more.
Wolfgang Digital’s roots began after founder Alan Coleman was rejected for a position at Google; so he decided to start his own agency instead. Who doesn’t love an underdog? What began at his kitchen table in 2007 has grown into one of Ireland’s most decorated digital agencies, racking up more than 100 international awards along the way.
Their trophy cabinet is stacked: multiple wins as Best Global Agency and Best European Agency, plus recognition as Google’s #1 Partner in EMEA three separate times. Clients like Tesco, IKEA, Aviva, Zurich, Bord Gáis Energy, and Elverys trust them with everything from performance marketing to international growth.
But Wolfgang isn’t just about the results (though those are impressive). They’ve also broken ground as Ireland’s first employee-owned trust, meaning every staff member is a co-owner. On top of that, they commit at least 1% of revenues to reforestation projects, actually buying farmland and converting it into native woodland. Add in their Wolfgang Academy, a weekly innovation lab where the team shares insights and tests new ideas, and you get a culture that’s as forward-thinking as the campaigns they run.
Wolfgang’s story is proof that being turned down by Google might just be the best career move you never planned.
3. Vroom Digital
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland
Year Founded: 2012
Team Size: 20+ Employees
Key Services: SEO, Paid Search, Digital PR, PPC, Paid Social (Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, & LinkedIn)
Industries Served: eCommerce, Food & Beverage, Government & NonProfits, Cosmetics
Case Studies: UNICEF Ireland, The Irish Aviation Authority, The Belle Brush, and more
Founded in 2012, Vroom Digital may be one of Ireland’s most decorated performance agencies. One of their most recent achievements was The Spider Awards Grand Prix (the highest award in this marketing awards program), in addition to multiple European Search Awards (including best use of Social Media), and recognition at the Digital Media Awards for their non-profit campaigns.
Their case studies also showed me how versatile their work can be. From their This Is Not Us campaign that racked up 3 million impressions and boosted CTR by 159%, a UNICEF fundraising uplift with a Paddington’s Postcards for Children campaign, to their team-up with The Belle Brush to capitalize on a viral moment and generate 45,000 in revenue. It’s clear that this agency does just as good a job with homegrown clients as it does with global brand icons.
Lastly, they have certified partner badges with Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, and are Guaranteed Irish (meaning they’re a business committed to supporting sustainable jobs and giving back to local communities in Ireland), demonstrating their credibility. While they may not boast the full scope of services others on this list do, they’ve certainly honed in as experts in their digital marketing niches.
4. Kobba
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland
Year Founded: 2018
Team Size: 10+ Employees
Key Services: Branding, Web Design & Development, Branding, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Video Production, Photography
Industries Served: Technology & SaaS, Healthcare & Biotech, Education & Government, Consumer & Retail
Case Studies: None listed on the website
Kobba’s story is a reminder that Dublin agencies don’t need to be massive multinationals to make a big splash. Founded over a decade ago, they’ve grown into one of Ireland’s most decorated digital shops, recently taking home Large Agency of the Year at the Spider Awards, along with wins for Best in Universal Design (SETU) and Best Website – Large Company (Payslip). They’ve also earned a Digital Media Award for their Skillnet Ireland site and even carry the All-Ireland All-Star SME Digital Agency Company accreditation.
Their client list stretches across industries; tech (TitanHQ, Payslip), healthcare (ReproMed, Bon Secours, The Avoca Clinic), education (SETU), and corporate giants (Grant Thornton, Energia Group). In 2024 alone, they launched over 50 projects, from brand-new websites to platform upgrades, and invested in accessibility training so their team can bake inclusivity into every build.
Kobba’s style is very much full-service under one roof: brand identity, web design, performance marketing, video, and even photography. Their portfolio leans polished and professional, the kind of work you’d expect from an agency trusted with national institutions and international SaaS brands alike.
What you won’t always find are hard performance metrics, conversions, revenue lifts, CTRs, attached to their case studies. But the awards, the client roster, and the sheer output (a project a week, on average, last year) are strong proof that Kobba is one of Dublin’s most established players.
5. Friday
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland
Year Founded: 2013
Team Size: ~15 Employees
Key Services: PPC, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Marketing, Display Advertising, User Experience (UX) & User Interface (UI), Content Strategy, Creative Design, Web Development
Industries Served:
Case Studies: Dublin Zoo, Folláin, RKD, StarBreeze, and more
Founded in 2013, Friday demonstrates their mission in prioritizing usability over flash (whether you find that a good thing or not). Their sites may not drip with digital design allure; in fact, I would argue their designs lean pretty old-school (however work excellently), but their numbers speak for themselves.
The Dublin Zoo project, for example, delivered a 17% bump in revenue and cut bounce rates by 15%. RKD Architects saw enquiries climb by nearly 50% and engagement rise by 38% after their rebuild, which also won “Best Website” at the Spider Awards. Friday’s e-commerce redesign for Folláin picked up a Spider as well, and their SEO strategy for Viking Marine drove a 291% jump in revenue from organic traffic.
This agency also has some awards under its belt, like winning Gold for Best Small Agency at the DMA Awards and continuously picking up Spider nominations year after year. Pretty impressive for a team of 15ish employees, right?
So no, Friday’s portfolio doesn’t reek of futuristic animations or trendy design tricks. But if you’re solely results-driven and don’t mind prioritizing functionality over form, Friday may be the agency for you. Friday has proven that a straightforward user-first design can earn you a solid return on your investment.
6. Urban Brand Creative
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland
Year Founded: 2016
Team Size: 10+ employees
Key Services: Digital Growth Solutions, Web & eCommerce Design, Branding, Photography, Sales & Marketing Assets, Charity Support
Industries Served: Retail & eCommerce, Technology, Automotive, Health & Wellness, Food & Bev, Non-Profits, Entertainment, Cosmetics, Tourism & Hospitality, Finance
Case Studies: Papa John’s, Groupon Merchant, Sage, O’Driscolls Irish Whiskey, and more
Urban Brand Creative (UBC), founded and led by Keith Bradshaw, has a knack for mixing slick design with strategy and a heart for driving social impact. While they may be a small team (from what I saw in my research), they’re doing some pretty major things. Their client list alone puts some proof to the pudding. They’ve worked with Papa John’s (which I didn’t even know operated in Ireland), Uber Eats, Lavazza (a major brand in the Coffee market), and other major brands.
And while some hot-shot clients are a good sign, what really appealed to me during my research is how committed they are to community work. Through their Teach Ruadh Foundation, they donate an estimated €30,000 worth of services annually to Irish charities and nonprofits. They’ve also run hands-on “Build Your Own Charity Website” workshops, helping more than 2,000 local organisations get online. Clients regularly highlight their accessibility focus too, like designing inclusive sites for health charities so visually impaired users aren’t left behind.
Another notable detail about UBC is that it’s also Ireland’s only Squarespace Authorised Trainer, giving them extra clout for fast, design-forward web projects. And while they call themselves award-winning (their exact trophies are a bit mysterious), their reviews back it up: 100+ five-star ratings across platforms praise their creativity, obsessive attention to detail, and collaborative spirit.
In short, Urban Brand Creative is blending an agency-level polish with genuine purpose. They’re just as likely to be launching eCommerce campaigns for a global brand as they are donating time to non-profits; proof that great marketing can serve both growth and goodwill.
7. FirstPage
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland (w/ International Operations)
Year Founded: 2011
Team Size: 200+ Employees
Key Services: Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, PPC
Industries Served: Real Estate, Finance, Education, Retail, eCommerce, Healthcare
Case Studies: None available
Despite the name, First Page didn’t actually show up on the first page when I searched for Dublin agencies… which felt a little ironic. Their Ireland site also left me wanting more: no case studies, no links to socials, and plenty of big claims (billions in sales, shelves of awards) that are mostly self-reported, with little independent press to back them up. Those are usually the first things I check when vetting agencies for lists like this.
It’s worth noting that First Page runs multiple websites for its global offices (spanning Asia, Europe, Australia, and the US) so the Dublin site seems to be more of a local satellite than their main hub. On the global stage, they’ve racked up recognition in credible places like The Drum (Best SEO Strategy, Biddable Team of the Year) and Clutch’s Global Winner Circle. They’ve also built their own proprietary platform, SENTR™, which gives clients competitor insights, daily updates, and live reporting.
And perhaps their strongest proof point: 500+ Google reviews worldwide with a 4.9 average rating out of a possible 5. For an agency of that size, that’s rare. So while the Dublin site doesn’t exactly scream “first page material,” their global track record suggests they know how to deliver; especially for brands looking for reach beyond Ireland.
8. Idea
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland
Year Founded: 1996
Team Size: 25+ Employees
Key Services: Branding, Consultancy, Web Design, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Video & VR
Industries Served: Finance, Real Estate, Government Agencies, Non-Profits, Healthcare
Case Studies: Kicky’s, Simply Blue Energy, Niche Living, GEM, and more
With over 25 years in the game, Idea is one of Dublin’s more seasoned agencies; and that experience shows in their client roster. They’ve partnered with names like AIB, Savills, Bord Bia, Barretstown, the Land Development Agency, and Simply Blue Energy, spanning industries from finance to real estate, climate tech to nonprofits.
What sets Idea apart is their ability to pair big-picture brand strategy with hands-on creative execution. They’re not just about logos or campaigns; they’ll design your identity, build your website, map out your digital strategy, and then bring it to life through content, video, and even VR experiences. For clients like Niche Living or Simply Blue Energy, that’s meant everything from brand development to polished UI/UX design and storytelling that resonates with both investors and end-users.
If you’re the type of partner who values creativity backed by credibility, their work has been recognized too: the Barretstown Annual Report earned nominations for both an IDI Design Award and the Published Accounts Award, a nod to their ability to deliver high-quality design for serious stakeholders.
Idea may not splash case-study metrics across their site, but their longevity, reputation, and client list suggest they’re a safe bet for brands that need a partner who can think strategically and execute creatively under one roof. For companies looking to make their marketing more than just a campaign, and more of a cohesive story, Idea is worth a close look.
9. Simply Social
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland
Year Founded: 2017
Team Size: ~50 Employees
Key Services: Social-First; Paid Social, Strategy, Creative, Management
Industries Served: Food & Beverage, Retail & eCommerce, Telecoms & Tech, Health & Wellness, Hospitality & Lifestyle
Case Studies: Peroni Ireland Launch, Marks & Spencers, Quintessential Brands, and more
Unlike some of the other agencies on this list, Simply Social is built as a social-first shop. Their team covers everything from paid campaigns to creative production (whether that’s a polished shoot or a scrappy TikTok) and full channel management. Their philosophy, “conversations, not noise,” sums up their focus on authenticity and cultural relevance.
They’re a newer player (established in 2017 per IAPI) but scaling quickly, helped by an in-house production setup that gives them speed and flexibility. That ability to move fast and keep quality high is likely a big part of why clients trust them.
A personal note from me is that they had the best website design out of the others on my list, which I take as a good sign. In my eyes, a well-built, high-quality website is the first frontier to proving you practice what you preach.
Overall, Simply Social’s sweet spot is speed, content volume, and paid social fluency; less about prestige branding or deep UX overhauls, more about executing social at scale. That makes them a smart fit for brands with in-house teams who want to double down on social.
10. BDifferent
Office Location: Dublin, Ireland
Year Founded: 2012
Team Size: 10+ Employees
Key Services: Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Paid Ads, Branding, Digital PR, Organic Social, Paid Social, Motion Graphics
Industries Served: Sports & Entertainment, Food & Beverage
Case Studies: Brams, Supermacs, Ecovolt, The Kish Podcast, and more
BDifferent is a small Dublin shop (founded in 2012) that leans heavily into branding, creative strategy, and experiential marketing. Their sweet spot is helping businesses define how they look and feel; through logos, campaigns, digital assets, and even live brand activations.
Their portfolio skews toward local and mid-sized clients, with projects like a full rebrand and social package for LightingStore.ie, marketing and design work for Murdock Builders Merchants, and creative campaigns in sectors ranging from beauty salons to construction suppliers. They also call out sports and events marketing as part of their focus, often mixing experiential work with digital content and video production.
Unlike some of the bigger agencies on this list, BDifferent doesn’t put detailed case studies or hard performance metrics front and center. Their awards are self-described rather than independently listed, and I couldn’t track down much press coverage to back up their bigger claims. What does come through consistently (via client reviews and testimonials on platforms like Clutch and Facebook) is praise for their attentiveness, creativity, and ability to tailor branding work closely to a client’s needs.
So while BDifferent may not have the global trophy cabinet of some larger agencies, they’re a fit for brands that want hands-on, design-forward marketing support with a personal touch. If your focus is on creative identity and on-the-ground activations in Ireland or the UK, they’re worth a look.
The Last Round
Dublin’s marketing agency scene is a bit like Grafton Street on a Saturday: plenty of noise, a few buskers worth stopping for, and the occasional hidden gem down a side street. From global award magnets like Wolfgang and Vroom, to creative all-rounders like Kobba and Friday, to boutique specialists like BDifferent and Simply Social, there’s no shortage of options depending on what you’re after.
The key? Know your needs before you buy the pint. If you want big-picture growth with AI-ready chops, NoGood is the clear frontrunner. If you’re looking for award-winning campaign craft, Wolfgang or Vroom won’t steer you wrong. And if your brand needs more local, hands-on creative firepower, you’ve got smaller but scrappy players ready to jump in.
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