Refersion vs GRIN
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms. Last verified June 14, 2026.
The short answer
Refersion ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #11) for E-commerce brands and SaaS companies launching affiliate programs. The easiest way for e-commerce brands to launch and manage an affiliate program.
At a glance
| Refersion | GRIN | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms | #11 / The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.3 | 7.1 |
| Best for | Simple e-commerce affiliate management | Creator & influencer relationship management |
| Pricing | $$ ($119 to $599+/mo) | $$$$ ($2,500 to $10,000+/mo) |
| HQ | New York, USA | Sacramento, USA |
| Founded | 2015 | 2014 |
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
GRIN
A creator management platform that treats affiliates as long-term brand partners.
grin.coSee full entry in The 11 Best Affiliate Marketing Software Platforms
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.