Copper vs HubSpot affiliate program
Copper lists 15% on subscriptions for referral partners; CPC/CPL for affiliates. 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
| Copper Partner Program | HubSpot Affiliate Partner Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Terms | 15% on subscriptions for referral partners; CPC/CPL for affiliates | 30% recurring commission for up to one year (up to $1,000+ per sale); custom commission at Elite tier |
| Model | — | Recurring |
| Partner types | Referral partner, Affiliate, Integrator / MSP | 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 | Monthly payouts, Training resources, Co-marketing for integrations, 90-day referral cookie | 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 Copper if
- you work as referral partner, integrator / msp: 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), Copper doesn't say it does.
- the headline percentage matters most: up to 30% against 15%.
- 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.".
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
Copper Partner Program
Copper offers consultants a 15% commission on monthly and annual subscriptions, content creators CPC or CPL commissions, and SaaS companies integration partnerships. Referral partners get monthly payouts and a 90-day tracking cookie.
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, Copper or HubSpot?
On the stated percentage, HubSpot (up to 30% against 15%). Copper lists 15% on subscriptions for referral partners; CPC/CPL for affiliates; HubSpot lists 30% recurring commission for up to one year (up to $1,000+ per sale); custom commission at Elite tier. What you earn also depends on price, cookie length and how many referrals convert.
Can I join both the Copper 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, Copper 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 Copper or HubSpot?
No. Both programs are listed from their own public partner pages, and either brand can claim or correct its listing.