Commission Factory vs PartnerStack:Which is more popular?
In September 2026, Commission Factory had more branded searches than PartnerStack among affiliate networks in New Zealand. Commission Factory had about 100 branded searches, while PartnerStack had 70. Commission Factory made up 12.8% of all affiliate network searches we track, and PartnerStack accounted for 9%. When we asked ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about affiliate networks, PartnerStack appeared in four of the five answers and Commission Factory in three. Commission Factory was mentioned before PartnerStack in three out of five answers.
Who do people search for more?
Commission Factory, about 43% more searches than PartnerStack
Who does AI mention more?
PartnerStack, mentioned in 4 of 5 answers, Commission Factory in 3
Who does AI recommend more?
Commission Factory, named ahead of PartnerStack in 3 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, PartnerStack was mentioned in four out of five: in two of the three ChatGPT answers and in both Google AI Overviews. Commission Factory was mentioned in three out of five: in all three ChatGPT answers, but not in either of the two Google AI Overviews. Commission Factory was listed before PartnerStack in three 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 Commission Factory or PartnerStack more popular in search?
This chart shows how often people search Google for Commission Factory 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 Commission Factory, 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 Commission Factory 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 February 2026, Commission Factory took it in May 2026.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Commission Factory’s share of searches among affiliate networks in New Zealand moved from 9.6% to 12.8%, and its estimated monthly branded searches moved from 90 to 100.
- 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, Commission Factory gained share of searches among affiliate networks in New Zealand, from 10.6% to 12.8%.
In September 2026, PartnerStack gained share of searches among affiliate networks in New Zealand, from 7.4% to 9%.
How are branded searches counted?
4 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using Commission Factory’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.
Commission Factory
3 branded search terms
- commission factory
- commission factory affiliate
- commissionfactory
PartnerStack
1 branded search term
- partnerstack
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