Best PR agencies in Singapore: Top 10 Ranked. Bud Communications ranks first, with a Lister Score of 84.0.
Bud Communications leads this ranking for disruptive brands, and uses a proprietary framework to measure brand credibility.
Distilleri is built for Brands needing integrated strategic communications, and acts as a true problem solver beyond standard disciplines.
Ketchum serves Brand and consumer campaigns, and shapes culture to build business through earned attention.
Best PR agencies in Singapore, compared| RANK | ENTRY | BEST FOR | SCORE | FROM |
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| 1 | Bud CommunicationsIntegrates AI into its research and writing processes | disruptive brands | 84.0 | – |
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| 2 | DistilleriBrings change through influence and ideas by distilling cultural insights | Brands needing integrated strategic communications | 84.0 | – |
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| 3 | KetchumThe agency is the most awarded public relations agency of the decade | Technology, corporate, and innovation-driven companies requiring multi-market earned media campaigns | 84.0 | Custom retainer (typically £15,000–£22,000 per month) |
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| 4 | GraylingCombines international reach with deep local knowledge | – | 82.0 | – |
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| 5 | AKA AsiaHas an in-house design and production team for creative responses | Integrated brand campaigns | 80.0 | – |
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| 6 | Touch PR and EventsShapes strategies that uncover a brand soul and define its narrative | Brands seeking cultural resonance | 80.0 | – |
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| 7 | Rice CommunicationsOperates offices across multiple key Asian markets | – | 76.0 | – |
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| 8 | The Hoffman AgencyProvides integrated campaigns grounded in earned media | – | 76.0 | – |
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| 9 | MSLOffers modern influence expertise and reputation management services | – | 74.0 | – |
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| 10 | OgilvyOffers integrated capabilities including advertising, health, and consulting services | Brands seeking integrated PR and marketing communications at global scale | 74.0 | Custom retainer (typically £14,000–£21,000 per month) |
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How to choose
Start from what you need it for. Where each entry fits best:
- Bud Communications (#1): disruptive brands
- Distilleri (#2): Brands needing integrated strategic communications
- Ketchum (#3): Technology, corporate, and innovation-driven companies requiring multi-market earned media campaigns
- AKA Asia (#5): Integrated brand campaigns
- Touch PR and Events (#6): Brands seeking cultural resonance
- Ogilvy (#10): Brands seeking integrated PR and marketing communications at global scale
Each entry's Lister Score on this ranking weighs fit to the list (40%), evidence on the site (20%), published detail (20%) and buying signals (20%).
Each entry's full verdict is below.
The ranking, in detail
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Let’s build your brand
Bud Communications is an award-winning PR agency for disruptive brands. It helps clients build credibility in a sceptical world.
Best for: disruptive brands
PROS- The agency uses a proprietary framework to measure brand credibility.
- Bud Communications integrates AI into its research and writing processes.
84.0
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Ready for your distilled solution?
Distilleri is an independent communications agency based in Singapore. It boils business challenges down to their essence.
Best for: Brands needing integrated strategic communications
PROS- The agency acts as a true problem solver beyond standard disciplines.
- Distilleri brings change through influence and ideas by distilling cultural insights.
84.0
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Multi-market earned media specialist with deep technology and corporate expertise.
Ketchum is the most awarded public relations agency of the decade. It creates change that matters for its clients and people.
Best for: Technology, corporate, and innovation-driven companies requiring multi-market earned media campaigns
PROS- Strong technology and corporate sector expertise
- Proven multi-market campaign execution
CONS- Less specialised in healthcare than competitors
- Large agency structure may impact agility
84.0
04

Agency
Grayling specialises in brand and corporate affairs for major clients.
82.0
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Fearlessly creative storytelling for communications challenges
AKA Asia is an award-winning communications agency based in Singapore. The team delivers integrated brand campaigns through various channels including media relations and digital marketing.
Best for: Integrated brand campaigns
PROS- AKA Asia has an in-house design and production team for creative responses.
- The agency has achieved numerous industry accolades since 2012.
80.0
06

Strategy that speaks stories that spark strikingly
Touch PR and Events is a regional agency shaping brand narratives through storytelling and experiences. It helps clients spark culture and connection by bringing the right touch to their strategies.
Best for: Brands seeking cultural resonance
PROS- The agency shapes strategies that uncover a brand soul and define its narrative.
- Touch crafts events designed to spark conversation and cultural buzz beyond the room.
80.0
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Turning influence into impact for brands across Asia
RICE is an award-winning strategic communications consultancy based in Asia. It delivers creative solutions to help brands achieve their business objectives.
PROS- The agency operates offices across multiple key Asian markets.
- It provides dedicated strategic and creative communications services.
76.0
08

Agency
The Hoffman Agency is an integrated communications consultancy helping technology companies solve complex problems. It specialises in making sense of complexity for global tech clients.
76.0
09

Agency
MSL is an award-winning public relations and strategic communications consultancy. Backed by Publicis Groupe, it combines cultural intelligence with earned-first creativity to help clients navigate reputation management.
74.0
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Global marketing powerhouse with dedicated PR and Influence division.
Ogilvy creates impact for brands through iconic ideas. It was founded by David Ogilvy seventy-five years ago.
Best for: Brands seeking integrated PR and marketing communications at global scale
PROS- Integrated PR and marketing synergies
- Global infrastructure and creative capabilities
CONS- Marketing-led culture may subordinate PR strategy
- PR positioning less prominent than competitors
74.0
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best PR agencies in Singapore?
Bud Communications ranks first on Lister. Bud Communications is an award-winning PR agency for disruptive brands. It helps clients build credibility in a sceptical world.
What are the top 10 PR agencies in Singapore?
1. Bud Communications; 2. Distilleri; 3. Ketchum; 4. Grayling; 5. AKA Asia; 6. Touch PR and Events; 7. Rice Communications; 8. The Hoffman Agency; 9. MSL; 10. Ogilvy.
What do the top four say they are built for?
Bud Communications says it is built for disruptive brands, and Distilleri for Brands needing integrated strategic communications. Ketchum says it is built for Brand and consumer campaigns, and Grayling for global brands requiring local insights.
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