Awin vs PartnerStack:Which is more popular?
In September 2026, Awin had more branded searches than PartnerStack among affiliate networks in New Zealand. Awin had about 160 branded searches, while PartnerStack had 70. Awin made up 20.5% of all affiliate network searches we track, and PartnerStack accounted for 9%. When we asked ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about affiliate networks, Awin and PartnerStack each appeared in four of the five answers. Awin was mentioned before PartnerStack in four out of five answers.
Who do people search for more?
Awin, about 2 searches for every 1 for PartnerStack
Who does AI mention more?
Both were mentioned in 4 of 5 answers.
Who does AI recommend more?
Awin, named ahead of PartnerStack in 4 of 5 answers
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Top affiliate networks in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Awin was mentioned in four out of five: in all three ChatGPT answers and in one of the two Google AI Overviews. PartnerStack was mentioned in four out of five: in two of the three ChatGPT answers and in both Google AI Overviews. Awin was listed before PartnerStack in four out of five answers.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
impact.com5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers- Awin4 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
PartnerStack4 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
Amazon Associates3 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Commission Factory3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
Rakuten Advertising1 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
Partnerize0 of 5Named in 0 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
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5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which affiliate network should I use in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best affiliate networks in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best affiliate network in New Zealand for online brands?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“best affiliate network”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“affiliate programme software”
Not named in any answer:
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 20, 2026.
Is Awin or PartnerStack more popular in search?
This chart shows how often people search Google for Awin and PartnerStack by name. Each line represents a brand's share of searches for all seven affiliate networks we track, month by month, from searches in New Zealand.
Share of searches by month for Awin, PartnerStack. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Amazon Associates | Awin | Commission Factory | PartnerStack | Partnerize | impact.com | Rakuten Advertising |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 61.7% | 14.9% | 9.6% | 7.4% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.1% |
| Nov 2025 | 65.7% | 13.1% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 2% | 3% | 2% |
| Dec 2025 | 66.7% | 10.3% | 8% | 8% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.3% |
| Jan 2026 | 68.5% | 11.2% | 8.4% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 2.1% |
| Feb 2026 | 65.6% | 13.9% | 5.7% | 7.4% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Mar 2026 | 65.5% | 9.7% | 8.8% | 9.7% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% |
| Apr 2026 | 70.2% | 6.1% | 7.9% | 7.9% | 3.5% | 2.6% | 1.8% |
| May 2026 | 60.4% | 13.5% | 8.3% | 7.3% | 4.2% | 3.1% | 3.1% |
| Jun 2026 | 66.7% | 12.2% | 8.9% | 5.6% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Jul 2026 | 65.2% | 10.9% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 2.2% |
| Aug 2026 | 59.6% | 13.8% | 10.6% | 7.4% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 3.2% |
| Sep 2026 | 47.4% | 20.5% | 12.8% | 9% | 5.1% | 2.6% | 2.6% |
How has the Awin and PartnerStack comparison changed over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- The lead changed hands 2 times in the 12 months ending September 2026: PartnerStack took it in April 2026, Awin took it in May 2026.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Awin’s share of searches among affiliate networks in New Zealand moved from 14.9% to 20.5%, and its estimated monthly branded searches moved from 140 to 160.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, PartnerStack’s share of searches among affiliate networks in New Zealand moved from 7.4% to 9%, and its estimated monthly branded searches held steady at 70.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand affiliate networks in September 2026?
2 changes
In September 2026, Awin gained share of searches among affiliate networks in New Zealand, from 13.8% to 20.5%.
In September 2026, PartnerStack gained share of searches among affiliate networks in New Zealand, from 7.4% to 9%.
How are branded searches counted?
5 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Awin’s and PartnerStack’s names. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brands is growing, holding steady, or fading.
Awin
4 branded search terms
- awin
- awin affiliate
- awin affiliate program
- awin partners
PartnerStack
1 branded search term
- partnerstack
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