Close vs HubSpot affiliate program
Close lists 30% of first-year revenue. HubSpot lists 30% recurring commission for up to one year (up to $1,000+ per sale); custom commission at Elite tier. Both are software & saas programs open to affiliates; here is how they differ.
Facts from each brand's partner page · PartnersWatch is not affiliated with either
Side by side
| Close Partner Program | HubSpot Affiliate Partner Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Terms | 30% of first-year revenue | 30% recurring commission for up to one year (up to $1,000+ per sale); custom commission at Elite tier |
| Model | Revenue share | Recurring |
| Partner types | Affiliate, Agency, Integrator / MSP, Referral partner | Affiliate |
| Requirements | Not published | Create content targeting growing businesses; no minimum sales; not required to be a HubSpot customer. Applications reviewed in 2-3 business days. |
| Partner perks | Dedicated partner support, Co-marketing and sales enablement | Affiliate resource center, Customizable reporting, Dedicated affiliate manager (higher tiers), Website audit and optimization tips (higher tiers), 180-day referral cookie |
Which one should you pick?
Pick Close if
- you work as agency, integrator / msp, referral partner: HubSpot doesn't list that track.
Pick HubSpot if
- you want recurring income: HubSpot pays on renewals (30% recurring commission for up to one year (up to $1,000+ per sale); custom commission at Elite tier), Close doesn't say it does.
- you're just starting: HubSpot states "Create content targeting growing businesses; no minimum sales; not required to be a HubSpot customer. Applications reviewed in 2-3 business days.".
- you lean on partner support: HubSpot lists affiliate resource center, customizable reporting, dedicated affiliate manager (higher tiers).
Either way, the program that earns more is the one whose product your readers already want. A higher rate on something they won't buy pays nothing.
About each program
Close Partner Program
Close has one application for agency, affiliate, technology and accelerator partners. Partners earn 30% of first-year subscription revenue, with lifetime earnings available as accounts scale.
HubSpot Affiliate Partner Program
A free affiliate program for publishers, SaaS reviewers, course creators and app builders whose audiences are growing businesses. Affiliates earn a share of first-year revenue on referred customers and move up tiers that add account management and custom terms. You don't need to be a HubSpot customer to join.
FAQ
Which pays more, Close or HubSpot?
Close lists 30% of first-year revenue; HubSpot lists 30% recurring commission for up to one year (up to $1,000+ per sale); custom commission at Elite tier. The headline terms aren't directly comparable, so model a typical referral for your audience on both.
Can I join both the Close and HubSpot programs?
Usually, yes. Most affiliate terms don't require exclusivity, but check each program's terms for rules on competing brands, brand-keyword bidding and coupon sites before you promote both.
Which is easier to get into, Close or HubSpot?
HubSpot states its requirements as "Create content targeting growing businesses; no minimum sales; not required to be a HubSpot customer. Applications reviewed in 2-3 business days.". The other program lists no published requirements.
Is PartnersWatch affiliated with Close or HubSpot?
No. Both programs are listed from their own public partner pages, and either brand can claim or correct its listing.