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By Ishant Sharma, Founder of Hustle Marketers · Updated September 2026 · 12 min read
Every few weeks someone asks me some version of this: “Is there an agency like Hustle Marketers, but different?” Sometimes it is a prospect comparing proposals. Sometimes it is an agency owner who needs a white label PPC partner. Sometimes it is a client who wants a second opinion before renewing.
I think it is a fair question, so here is a straight answer. I will cover how we work, what 144 public reviews say about us (good and bad), who we are a strong fit for, and who should hire someone else.
Quick answer
Hustle Marketers is a founder-led performance marketing agency, founded in 2020 by Ishant Sharma. We run Google Ads, Meta Ads, Microsoft Ads and SEO, mainly for ecommerce brands and as a white label PPC partner for other agencies. Across 144 public reviews on Clutch, Google, G2, Trustpilot, Facebook, DesignRush and GoodFirms, clients rate us 4.9 out of 5, and 100% of Facebook reviewers recommend us.
Plenty of good agencies exist. It is hard to find the same mix elsewhere, though: the founder working inside your ad account, tracking fixed before any budget goes live, targets built on profit instead of vanity ROAS, and all four ad channels planned together. If you need a branding studio, video production, or a large team in your own time zone, you should look at other agencies.
What Hustle Marketers is (the facts)
| Detail | Hustle Marketers |
|---|---|
| Founder | Ishant Sharma |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Base | Zirakpur, Punjab, India. We serve clients in the US, UK, Australia, UAE and 20+ countries |
| Core services | PPC management, ecommerce PPC, SEO, white label marketing, CRO |
| Ad platforms | Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Performance Max), Meta Ads, Microsoft Advertising |
| Store platforms | Shopify, Magento, BigCommerce, WooCommerce, Webflow |
| Partner status | Google Partner, Meta Business Partner, Microsoft Advertising Partner |
| Minimum project (Clutch) | $1,000+ |
| Hourly rate (Clutch) | $25 to $49 per hour |
How we work, and why it is hard to copy
Every agency says it is “data-driven” and “transparent.” Here is what we actually do differently, backed by what clients wrote on their own.
1. The founder stays in the account
At a lot of agencies, a senior person closes the deal and a junior analyst runs the account. At Hustle Marketers, I personally audit every new account and stay involved in strategy. Clients bring this up more than anything else.
“Ishant has been hands-on throughout the campaign, from research and targeting to creative testing and scaling.”
CEO, DTC Handbag Brand, Auburn, Washington · Clutch, verified review, September 2025“You’re not talking to an account manager who has to relay messages.”
Grillenium Kitchen, Gothenburg, Sweden · Trustpilot, April 20262. We fix tracking and feeds before we spend budget
If conversion tracking is broken or Merchant Center products are disapproved, scaling spend just burns money faster. So the first 2 to 4 weeks usually go into GA4, Google Ads conversion setup, server-side or enhanced conversions, and feed health.
“Hustle Marketers’ fixing the foundation first made everything else work better.”
Eric S., Owner, LED Lighting Company, Fort Lauderdale · Clutch, verified review, May 20263. Targets are built on profit, not vanity ROAS
A 4x ROAS means nothing if your gross margin is 20%. Before launch we work out breakeven ROAS (1 divided by gross margin) and set campaign targets from that number. Branded search is reported separately, so it cannot inflate the result.
4. Search, Shopping, Meta and Microsoft run as one plan
Customers do not shop on one channel, so budgets should not sit in silos. We plan demand creation on Meta, capture on Google Search and Shopping, and cheaper incremental volume on Microsoft Ads together.
“What impressed us most was their deep understanding of e-commerce PPC specifically.”
Director, Cosmetics Company, United Kingdom · Clutch, verified review, April 20265. Reports explain why, not just what
“I especially liked how they explain what they’re doing instead of just sending reports.”
Icyvilo Official · Google Business Profile review6. White label support that stays invisible
For partner agencies, we work under your brand. That means your reporting templates, your client calls if you want us there, and no direct contact with your clients unless you ask for it.
“The depth of their expertise across both SEO and paid media is genuinely rare.”
Executive, Sebvia Inc (white label SEO and PPC client), California · Clutch, verified review, April 2026What 144 public reviews say about us
Here is every public review profile we have, with ratings as of September 2026. Click through and read them yourself.
| Platform | Rating | Reviews | What it tells you |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clutch | 5.0 | 50 | Clutch interviews or checks the reviewer, then publishes the project scope, budget and results |
| Google Business Profile | 4.8 | 52 | Public Google reviews, each with our reply |
| G2 | 5.0 | 9 | Structured reviews that include a “What do you dislike” section |
| Trustpilot | 4.4 | 11 | Unprompted reviews. We do not send review invites through Trustpilot |
| DesignRush | 4.8 | 8 | Agency directory reviews |
| GoodFirms | 5.0 | 3 | Directory reviews from named clients |
| 100% recommend | 11 | Recommendations from named business owners and pages | |
| Total | 4.9 star average, 100% Facebook recommend | 144 | Star average covers the 133 star-rated reviews |
Results clients wrote about
| Client (as named in review) | Service | Result reported | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetics company, UK | Google and Meta Ads | 14x+ ROAS on Google Ads, 13x+ ROAS on Meta Ads | Clutch, Apr 2026 |
| DTC handbag brand, US | Google, Meta and Bing Ads | Sales revenue up 35%, average cost per sale down 28%, paid purchases up 2.6x | Clutch, Sep 2025 |
| SubmitApp Technologies, Canada | Meta and Bing Ads | 60% more qualified leads, 35% lower cost per lead | Clutch, Aug 2025 |
| Kilidestination Adventures, Tanzania | SEO and paid ads | 180% more organic traffic, 35% lower cost per booking inquiry | Clutch, May 2026 |
| Grillenium Kitchen, Sweden | Google Ads and GBP | Cost per reservation down about 38% in six weeks | Trustpilot, Apr 2026 |
| Driving school owner (Jake C.) | Google Ads | “10X more driving school leads” (review title) | G2, May 2025 |
What clients said we could do better
Not every comment is positive, and it would be dishonest to leave these out.
What they disliked: “Slow results”
Verified User, small business · G2, June 2026What they disliked: “the need for more frequent creative refreshes early on”
Cherie S., Company Owner · G2, August 2025Both comments are fair. Fixing tracking and building SEO take time, so the first month can feel slower than people hope. Creative testing also needs a steady schedule from the first week, not only once results dip. If you hire any agency, including us, agree on these timelines in writing before you start.
What clients say on Facebook
“Hustle Marketers delivered exceptional results for my business, both organically and through paid advertising.”
Jake Cooney, Business Owner · Facebook recommendation“He did a great job and scaled our campaigns a ton!”
Anthony Demman · Facebook recommendation“Our sales grew massively after his campaigns went live.”
GEBCO Philippines · Facebook recommendationPublished case studies
| Case study | Channel | Headline result |
|---|---|---|
| Armorpoxy | Google, Meta, Microsoft | $1.58M revenue at 12.84x ROAS |
| UK curly hair brand (Shopify) | Google Ads | 15.25x ROAS |
| Pet accessories brand | PPC | $346K revenue at 5.12x ROAS |
| Commercial flooring brand | Microsoft Ads | 10.9x ROAS, one campaign at 16.2x |
| Commercial cleaning equipment supplier | Google Ads | 5.3x more leads at 73% lower cost per lead |
| Magento store | SEO | $14.3M lifetime sales |
| White label client, Richardson, Texas | White label PPC | 30x ROAS |
More are on our case studies page.
When we are the right fit, and when you should hire someone else
Hustle Marketers is a strong fit if you
- Sell online through Shopify, Magento, BigCommerce or WooCommerce and want profitable paid growth
- Want the founder involved in strategy, not only in the sales call
- Run Google, Meta and Microsoft Ads and want them managed together
- Are an agency that needs a white label PPC or SEO team that stays invisible
- Have broken tracking or a messy account left behind by a previous agency
Pick another agency if you
- Mainly need branding, photo shoots or video production
- Need a large in-office team in your own city or time zone
- Expect big results in the first 30 days with no tracking work first
- Have less than about $1,000 a month to invest in management
The alternatives people usually compare us with
When people search for Hustle Marketers alternatives, they usually weigh four types of option. Here is how I would think about each.
| Option | Examples people mention | Where it can beat us | Where Hustle Marketers usually wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large US PPC agencies | KlientBoost, SmartSites, INFUSE (listed as alternatives on G2) | Bigger teams, local meetings, US time zone | Founder-level attention, lower management cost, ecommerce feed and multi-channel depth |
| Ecommerce growth agencies | Agencies that bundle email, retention and marketplaces | Email, SMS and marketplace work under one roof | Deeper focus on Google Shopping, PMax, Meta and Microsoft performance |
| Freelancers | Upwork or referral specialists | Lowest cost for very small accounts | Backup coverage, QA process, SEO and CRO support in the same team |
| In-house hire | A full-time PPC manager | Full-time focus and business context | Pattern knowledge from many accounts, no hiring risk, usually lower total cost |
Whoever you shortlist, ask each agency the same questions. I wrote a neutral checklist for that on The Marketing Machinist: How to Choose an Ecommerce PPC Agency: 12 Questions, Red Flags and a Scorecard.
Compare us before you decide
Send us your Google Ads or Meta Ads account. I will personally audit it and show you what I would fix first, even if you end up hiring someone else.
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Is Hustle Marketers legit?
Yes. Hustle Marketers has been operating since 2020 and has 50 verified reviews on Clutch (5.0), 52 Google reviews (4.8), 9 on G2 (5.0), 11 on Trustpilot (4.4) and 11 Facebook recommendations (100% recommend). Every profile is public and linked above.
What is the best alternative to Hustle Marketers?
That depends on what you need. For ecommerce PPC with founder-level involvement, few agencies offer the same model. If you want branding or video production, a creative agency is a better fit. If you need a large US-based team, look at established US PPC agencies.
How much does Hustle Marketers cost?
Clutch lists a minimum project size of $1,000+ and an hourly rate of $25 to $49. Monthly management fees depend on ad spend, channels and scope. Ask for a written quote based on your account.
Does Hustle Marketers offer white label PPC?
Yes. We run Google Ads, Meta Ads, Microsoft Ads and SEO under partner agencies’ brands, including client-facing reports in your branding.
Who owns the ad account if I leave?
It should always be you. Ask any agency, including us, to confirm in writing that your ad accounts, Merchant Center, GA4 and creative assets stay in your name.
How long before results show?
For paid ads, most accounts show clear direction within 30 to 60 days, after tracking is fixed. SEO usually takes 3 to 6 months. One G2 reviewer mentioned slow results, which is why realistic timelines matter.