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[3 Ad Thursday] 👀 These YouTube Ads Have Millions in AdSpend...
How Rugiet, Oracle, and Phoenix Energy each turned their offers into simple, high-trust DR wins
VidTao
October 30, 2025
Welcome to, or welcome back to this week’s VidTao 3 Ad Thursday!
Each Thursday we’ll be diving into our VidTao YouTube ad library to uncover 3 high-performing YouTube ads driving results.
This week we’ve got three high-performing YouTube ads for you to check out & model, including:
👀 Rugiet ED Solution Ad With $1.3M in Adspend…
👂 Cool Oracle Hearing Aid Ad…
📄 Phoenix Energy “Investor Webinar” Ad ($3.8M in AdSpend!)...
Ready to check the ads out?
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Let's dive right in and take a closer look at this week's YouTube ad standouts and discover what makes them so successful.
👀 Rugiet ED Solution Ad With $1.3M in Adspend
Our first pick for this week’s ad selection is this ED solution ad by Rugiet:
This ad’s estimated total ad spend is $1.3M!!
Let’s dissect it and see what are some of the elements this ad consists of:
🪝 Hook that stops the scroll
Starts immediately with a strong outcome: “My new favorite ED solution that works five times faster than pills.”
No hesitation, no shame - confident tone that reframes a sensitive topic as a performance upgrade.
👁️ Show, don’t tell
On-screen demo: he places the tablet under his tongue, paired with the subtitle “NOT through your stomach.”
That visual proof delivers instant credibility - it’s science simplified into one action.
⚙️ New mechanism = reason to believe
Introduces the “3-in-1 formula” that activates both brain and body pathways.
Apomorphine → “lighter fluid” igniting arousal centers.
Sildenafil → “kindling” that increases blood flow.
Tadalafil → “logs of the fire” that sustain performance.
Metaphorically smart and biologically grounded -
turning pharmacology into storytelling.
🧠 Science-backed differentiation
Uses a side-by-side chart comparing Rugiet’s absorption curve vs standard pills (Sildenafil/Tadalafil).
Visually reinforces the 5x faster claim while framing Rugiet as the more modern delivery system.
💡 Reframe the benefit
It’s not just about speed - it’s about control and confidence on demand.
By bypassing digestion, Rugiet positions itself as ready when you are, rather than waiting and hoping pills kick in.
🧍♂️ Authority through tone
The speaker’s calm delivery and mature demeanor project authority and experience, turning what could feel awkward into credible education.
It’s the “expert friend” archetype, not a doctor or influencer.
💪 Stacked credibility layers
UGC authenticity (real person demo)
Data visualization (absorption chart)
Scientific metaphor (fire mechanism)
Social proof (“100,000 men”)
This combination builds belief progressively, without hype.
🎯 Benefit ladder
Functional: faster onset, lasts longer, unaffected by meals.
Emotional: confidence, control, readiness.
Identity: “Men who are redefining confidence.”
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👂Cool Oracle Hearing Aid Ad
Next up - this cool hearing device ad, check it out:
💰 Its estimated total ad spend is over $150k!
Here are some of the elements this ad combines:
🪝 Hook that stops the scroll
Leads with classic “forbidden knowledge” copy: “Insurance companies DON’T WANT you to know…” instant conspiracy frame plus emotional curiosity.
The visual of an ear being examined juxtaposed with a hand adjusting a device sets context immediately.
🇩🇪 Authority through origin story
Shifts from mystery to credibility via “German engineering” and the character of Dr. Klaus Weber, a former military communications officer.
This combination of engineering rigor + empathy anchors the brand in science and service, not commerce.
🧩 Reframe the villain
The real problem isn’t hearing loss - it’s an industry profiting from it.
By blaming “insurance companies and audiologists,” the script creates a David-vs-Goliath narrative that positions Oracle as the liberator for everyday people.
⚙️ New mechanism = reason to believe
“Military-grade digital noise reduction technology” translated into a consumer device is the scientific hook.
Adaptive sound processing that “automatically detects your optimal hearing frequency and adjusts in real time” feels futuristic yet understandable.
By contrasting this with “no apps, no programming, no appointments,” the ad bridges tech and simplicity.
🧠 Teach to sell
Each feature comes with a visual proof cut: crowded restaurant → noise reduction → smiling conversation.
The ad “shows” adaptive results in context, not just claims them.
💰 Price anchor and accessibility
Repeats the $5,000 reference throughout to cement value contrast.
“Fraction of the price” is reinforced by the 50 % discount and the social proof of 1.88 million users.
Classic direct-response math: price × proof × emotion.
🧍♂️ Emotional payoff
Family reactions → grandparents hearing children again → “life-changing hearing improvement.”
The visuals convert technical innovation into human meaning: connection, relief, dignity.
⏳ Scarcity + urgency close
Final voiceover pushes limited availability (“first 1,000 people,” “sold out in 72 hours”).
It’s a high-trust exit because urgency is backed by previous success story proof.
🎯 Benefit ladder
Functional → Crystal-clear hearing in noise
Emotional → Relief + independence
Identity → Smart, savvy consumer who won’t get ripped off by “the system.”
This advertiser has a true landing page madness going on… check out using VidTao ad intelligence software:
📄 Phoenix Energy “Investor Webinar” Ad ($3.8M in AdSpend!)
Last ad for today is this Phoenix Energy “Investor Webinar” ad we found inside VidTao, with estimated total ad spend of $3.8M! 🤯
Here are some of the elements this ad combines:
🎯 Hook & Positioning
Opens with a direct authority statement from CEO Adam Ferrari in a professional office setting.
No fluff - the tone signals credibility and transparency for high-net-worth viewers accustomed to finance pitches.
💰 Offer Presentation
The headline offer is crystal clear within seconds: 9–13 percent annual interest rate bond offerings.
It repeats verbally and visually across lower-thirds and closing slides to lock in recall.
“Drill deeper” serves as a metaphor and industry tie-in - linking oil extraction and investment returns.
📈 Proof of Performance
Quick data bursts build legitimacy:
“4 million barrels sold as of March 15, 2025.”
“Production rates up to 18 000 barrels per day.”
Ranking graphics (28th → 11th) visualize growth momentum without over-promising.
These serve as trust anchors for investors seeking traction and track record.
🏭 Industry Authority
“Now alongside Conoco Phillips and EOG” creates status association and credibility by proximity.
The Williston Basin map reinforces the specific geographic edge - a “top producing region” angle that appeals to investors looking for U.S.-based, energy-backed assets.
⏳ Webinar as Conversion Mechanism
The ad frames the webinar as a brief, one-hour education session - not a sales pitch.
This lowers commitment resistance while moving viewers down the funnel toward qualification calls.
🪙 Compliance & Qualification Cue
“Regulation D 506(c)” and “accredited investors only” filter out unqualified traffic early.
It signals legitimacy and professional standards for financial advertising compliance.
To finish off with, here’s a quick look at this advertiser’s landing page in use:
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With that, we’re all done for this week! 🚀
We hope this week’s selection of high-performing ads has sparked new ideas to test yourself!
Want more insights like these?
Stay tuned for next week’s VidTao 3 Ad Thursday, where we’ll continue breaking down winning strategies from the best YouTube ads in the game!
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Go here to schedule a free chat with our friends at Inceptly. Inceptly is a top Direct Response video ad agency, specializing in high-performing YouTube ad creatives & media buying.
Have a great week!
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