Buzzsprout vs Transistor: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Buzzsprout | Transistor | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | $20 per paid account referred | 25% recurring for as long as the customer pays |
| Commission type | Flat per sale | Recurring |
| Cookie window | not stated | 30 days |
| Minimum payout | not stated | $200.00 |
| Payout terms | Cash out via PayPal after the referral has been charged for two months | Monthly via PayPal once balance reaches $200 |
| Minimum age | not stated | not stated |
| Beginner-friendly | Not stated | Not stated |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTubePodcastNewsletterSocial media | BlogYouTubePodcastNewsletterSocial mediaX |
| Network | In-house | In-house |
| How to apply | Inside the app | On the company's website |
| Who can join | Requires a Buzzsprout account; attribution cookie does not expire. No paid ads, coupon sites or self-referrals; log in every 6 months to keep the affiliate account. | Application required; aimed at high-traffic sites, large social followings or popular podcasts. Full rules in the affiliate terms. |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 24, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- Transistor pays recurring commissions while the customer keeps paying (check its terms for how long). Buzzsprout pays flat per sale.
- Transistor lists X as an allowed channel; Buzzsprout doesn't list it.
How to choose
- Start with the product your audience would actually use. A fit with your audience matters more than the commission rate.
- Check that the program allows the place you post, and read its rules on paid ads and coupons.
- You can often join both. Many affiliates promote competing tools and explain who each one suits.
Who pays: each company sets and pays its own commissions and can change its terms at any time. Green Gator Affiliator does not pay, hold or guarantee any earnings. Confirm current terms on each official page before you apply. New to this? Read affiliate marketing basics.
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