AffiliateBase vs Partner.io

Partner.io is built for enterprise partner ecosystems. AffiliateBase is built specifically for SaaS affiliate programs with Stripe-native tracking and simpler setup.

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Affiliate

First Design

Partner.io is a general partner relationship platform. AffiliateBase is purpose-built for affiliate programs specifically.

Minutes

Setup Time

Partner.io requires extensive configuration. AffiliateBase connects to Stripe and starts tracking in minutes.

Simple

Pricing Model

Transparent monthly pricing. Partner.io's enterprise pricing model requires sales conversations.

Partner.io is designed for large organizations managing complex partner ecosystems—resellers, distributors, technology partners, and affiliate networks all in one platform. It's powerful but complex.

AffiliateBase focuses exclusively on affiliate programs for SaaS and subscription businesses. If you need to track affiliate-referred customers through Stripe and pay commissions, AffiliateBase gets you there faster with less overhead.

Feature Comparison

Feature	AffiliateBase	Partner.io
Quick Self-Service Setup		Quick Self-Service Setup
Native Stripe Integration		Native Stripe Integration
Transparent Pricing		Transparent Pricing
Subscription Lifecycle Tracking		Subscription Lifecycle Tracking
REST API		REST API
Webhooks		Webhooks
Enterprise Partner Management	—	Enterprise Partner Management
Reseller Program Support	—	Reseller Program Support
Technology Partner Ecosystems	—	Technology Partner Ecosystems
Custom Affiliate Portal		Custom Affiliate Portal
Fraud Detection		Fraud Detection
White-Label Branding		White-Label Branding

How AffiliateBase and Partner.io serve different needs:

Partner Ecosystem vs Affiliate Program

Partner.io manages entire partner ecosystems—resellers, integrators, technology partners, and affiliates. AffiliateBase does one thing well: affiliate programs for SaaS businesses.

Self-Service vs Enterprise Sales

Sign up for AffiliateBase, connect Stripe, and launch your program in minutes. Partner.io requires sales calls, implementation planning, and significant setup time.

Transparent vs Enterprise Pricing

AffiliateBase posts pricing publicly. Partner.io uses custom enterprise pricing that requires contacting sales. For straightforward affiliate needs, AffiliateBase is more accessible.

Stripe-Native Integration

AffiliateBase connects directly to Stripe webhooks for real-time subscription tracking. Partner.io supports multiple platforms but may require custom integration work.

Right-Sized Solution

If you need a full partner relationship management platform, Partner.io delivers. If you need affiliate tracking for your SaaS, AffiliateBase is the focused solution.

When to Choose AffiliateBase Over Partner.io

AffiliateBase is the right choice when:

You Need Just Affiliates

Not building a partner ecosystem with resellers and technology integrations? AffiliateBase gives you affiliate-specific features without ecosystem complexity.

You Want to Start Today

Sign up, connect Stripe, configure commissions, launch. No sales calls, no implementation projects, no waiting weeks to go live.

You Use Stripe for Billing

AffiliateBase's native Stripe integration tracks subscriptions automatically. Partner.io may require custom work for the same depth of integration.

You Want Predictable Costs

Public pricing you can evaluate before signing up. No surprises, no negotiation, no annual enterprise contracts required.

You're a Growing SaaS

AffiliateBase scales from your first affiliate to thousands. Partner.io is typically overkill until you need complex partner program types.

Your Team is Small

Run an effective affiliate program without dedicated partnership managers. AffiliateBase is designed for lean teams.

Switching from Partner.io

Simplify your affiliate operations

Total time: Under 2 hours

Export Affiliate Data

10 min

Download your affiliate list and commission history from Partner.io. We accept most export formats.

Connect Stripe

5 min

Authorize AffiliateBase to access your Stripe account. Our wizard detects your products automatically.

Import Affiliates

15 min

Upload your Partner.io export. We preserve affiliate IDs, referral codes, and historical data.

Tip: Keep partner.io for resellers/tech partners if needed—just move affiliates to AffiliateBase.

Configure Commission Rules

15 min

Set up your commission structure. AffiliateBase supports percentage, flat, tiered, and recurring commission types.

Update Tracking

30 min

Replace Partner.io tracking with AffiliateBase. Use our SDK or server-side Stripe webhooks.

Test and Launch

15 min

Verify tracking with a test purchase, notify affiliates of their new portal URL.

Simplifying Your Stack?

Our team has helped companies extract affiliate programs from complex partner platforms. We'll make sure the transition is smooth.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Partner.io overkill for just affiliates?

Often, yes. Partner.io is built for managing diverse partner types—resellers, integrators, technology partners, and affiliates. If you only need affiliates, AffiliateBase is simpler and faster to implement.

Can I use both platforms together?

Yes. Some companies keep Partner.io for reseller and technology partner programs while using AffiliateBase specifically for affiliate marketing. Each tool does its job better when focused.

How does Stripe integration compare?

AffiliateBase offers native Stripe integration via webhooks for real-time subscription tracking. Partner.io supports Stripe but may require more configuration to achieve the same level of automation.

What about enterprise features?

If you need deal registration, partner tiers across multiple program types, or complex partner ecosystems, Partner.io has the edge. For pure affiliate programs, AffiliateBase has everything you need.

Is AffiliateBase pricing really simpler?

Yes. We publish prices on our website with no sales calls required. Partner.io uses custom enterprise pricing. You can start with AffiliateBase immediately; Partner.io requires a sales process.

Can AffiliateBase scale to enterprise?

Yes. AffiliateBase handles thousands of affiliates and millions in tracked revenue. What we don't do is partner ecosystem management—that's not our focus.

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