Impact.com vs Refersion
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms. Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
Impact.com ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #5) for E-commerce brands and SaaS companies launching affiliate programs. The most powerful and flexible platform for managing all types of partnerships at scale.
At a glance
| Impact.com | Refersion | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms | #5 / The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 8.3 |
| Best for | Enterprise partnership management | Simple e-commerce affiliate management |
| Pricing | $$$$ ($2,500 to $10,000+/mo) | $$ ($119 to $599+/mo) |
| HQ | Santa Barbara, USA | New York, USA |
| Founded | 2008 | 2015 |
Impact.com
The most powerful and flexible platform for managing all types of partnerships at scale.
impact.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms
Refersion
The easiest way for e-commerce brands to launch and manage an affiliate program.
www.refersion.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms
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