Kajabi vs systeme.io: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Kajabi | systeme.io | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | 10–20% of active subscriptions by tier (or 100% of the first month for Starter partners) | 60% lifetime recurring |
| Commission type | Recurring | Recurring |
| Cookie window | not stated | not stated |
| Minimum payout | not stated | $30.00 |
| Payout terms | Monthly via PayPal, around the 25th | Monthly on the 10th via PayPal or wire |
| Minimum age | 18+ | 18+ |
| Beginner-friendly | Not stated | Yes |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTubePodcastNewsletterSocial media | BlogYouTubePodcastNewsletterSocial media |
| Network | In-house | In-house |
| How to apply | Inside the app | Inside the app |
| Who can join | Only open to paying Kajabi customers. Inactivity cutoff after 12 months without a new referral. | Anyone can join, no application; you join by creating a free account. Referrals are tagged permanently (lifetime attribution). |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 21, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- systeme.io states no audience or traffic minimum (beginner-friendly). Kajabi may expect an established site or audience; see its eligibility notes.
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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