Captivate vs Transistor: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Captivate | Transistor | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | 25% recurring for the lifetime of each referred podcaster | 25% recurring for as long as the customer pays |
| Commission type | Recurring | Recurring |
| Cookie window | not stated | 30 days |
| Minimum payout | not stated | $200.00 |
| Payout terms | Monthly via PayPal in the first ten days of the month, after the referral's trial plus a one-month delay | 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 | not stated | In-house |
| How to apply | On the company's website | On the company's website |
| Who can join | Sign up on the affiliate site; no other eligibility criteria are listed. | 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 lists X as an allowed channel; Captivate 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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