Hootsuite vs Metricool: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Hootsuite | Metricool | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | 20% of first-month revenue on Standard plans (more on Advanced) | 25% recurring (up to $100 per user); 50% (up to $300) at Partner tier |
| Commission type | Percent per sale | Recurring |
| Cookie window | 90 days | not stated |
| Minimum payout | not stated | $200.00 |
| Payout terms | Through impact.com; schedule not stated | Monthly via Zexel once you reach $200 |
| Minimum age | not stated | not stated |
| Beginner-friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTubeNewsletterSocial media | BlogYouTubeNewsletterSocial media |
| Network | impact.com | In-house |
| How to apply | Through an affiliate network | Inside the app |
| Who can join | Free to join; for publishers, thought leaders and content creators. Each application reviewed. | Every Metricool user is enrolled automatically; no application. Cookie never expires per Metricool. |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- Metricool pays recurring commissions while the customer keeps paying (check its terms for how long). Hootsuite pays percent per sale.
- They run on different platforms: Hootsuite uses impact.com, Metricool uses its own in-house program.
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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