ReferralCandy vs Mention Me
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Referral Marketing Software Tools. Last verified June 18, 2026.
The short answer
ReferralCandy ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for Growth teams building referral and word-of-mouth programs. The top 'set and forget' referral tool for e-commerce, especially Shopify stores.
At a glance
| ReferralCandy | Mention Me | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Referral Marketing Software Tools | #3 / The 11 Best Referral Marketing Software Tools |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 8.8 |
| Best for | Simple e-commerce referral programs | LTV-focused global brands |
| Pricing | $ ($59 to $299/mo + commission) | $$$$ ($2,000+ /mo) |
| HQ | Singapore | London, UK |
| Founded | 2009 | 2013 |
ReferralCandy
The top 'set and forget' referral tool for e-commerce, especially Shopify stores.
www.referralcandy.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Referral Marketing Software Tools
Mention Me
A data-driven platform with unique features like 'Name Share' for program optimization.
www.mention-me.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Referral Marketing Software Tools
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