Best Affiliate Networks for Publishers
Brandreward alternatives
8 tools scored in the same category. 6 score higher than Brandreward's 3.6/5.
Ranked by independent composite score, not by payment. Nobody on this page paid to be here.
Before you switch — what Brandreward does well
- High commission rates compared to industry standards
- Excellent support from account managers
- Wide range of advertisers available
And where it was marked down
- Limited payout options
- Some users report technical issues
- Initial setup can be complex
The leading commerce content platform that automatically monetizes editorial content through affiliate link automation. (Now: Acquired by Connexity in 2020, which was then acquired by Taboola in 2021; it continues to operate under the Skimlinks brand.)
Scores 0.7 higher than Brandreward
AI-powered monetization platform helping publishers and creators turn travel and retail intent into booking revenue.
Scores 0.6 higher than Brandreward
The world's largest affiliate marketing program providing creators and publishers global product monetization
Scores 0.4 higher than Brandreward
A leading performance marketing platform that automates affiliate monetization for digital publishers and creators. (Now: Yieldkit merged with digidip and shopping24 in September 2022 to form the umbrella brand 'mrge'. It was previously acquired by Waterland Private Equity as part of a buy-and-build strategy.)
Scores 0.4 higher than Brandreward
A global affiliate marketing network connecting publishers with premium brand advertisers
Scores 0.2 higher than Brandreward
AI-driven affiliate management platform optimizing revenue through automated smart link widgets
Scores 0.2 higher than Brandreward
Comprehensive partnership management platform for automating affiliate, influencer, and creator growth
Scores level with Brandreward
A global affiliate marketing platform connecting publishers with diverse advertisers to drive performance
Scores level with Brandreward
Common questions
What is the best alternative to Brandreward?
On Benchmark Grid's independent scoring, Skimlinks is the highest-scoring alternative in Best Affiliate Networks for Publishers at 4.3/5, against Brandreward at 3.6/5. Which is right for you depends on your publication's size, revenue model and vertical.
Why would a publisher move away from Brandreward?
Our editors flagged: Limited payout options; Some users report technical issues; Initial setup can be complex. Whether those matter depends on your setup — many publishers run Brandreward successfully despite them.
Are these alternatives ranked by paid placement?
No. Every tool here is ranked by a composite score set by SODP's editorial team across 12 criteria. Vendors cannot pay for inclusion, for a score, or for a position on this page.
