Amazon Associates vs eBay Partner Network
Two e-commerce & retail affiliate programs, compared field by field on verified terms. Every figure below was checked against the official program page; each profile links the source. Scoring follows our public rubric.
1–10% by category (most 3–4%) · 24 hours cookie
Weak — best for product review sites with high purchase-intent traffic
eBay Partner Network
Marketplace affiliate program · Retail
1–4% of sale price (category-based) · 24 hours cookie
Weak — best for collectibles, parts and second-hand niche content
The verdict
Amazon Associates — 52/100
This one is close: 3 points separates them. Amazon Associates edges it on stronger brand conversion, but eBay Partner Network remains the better pick where its strengths match your audience — collectibles, parts and second-hand niche content.
Verified terms, side by side
| Field | Amazon Associates | eBay Partner Network |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | 1–10% by category (most 3–4%) | 1–4% of sale price (category-based) |
| Model | Percentage of sale | Percentage of sale |
| Cookie duration | 24 hours | 24 hours |
| Est. $/first referral | ~$3 ✓ | ~$2.5 |
| Network | In-house | In-house |
| Payout threshold | $10 (deposit) / $100 (check) | $10 |
| Payout methods | Direct deposit, gift card, check | Direct deposit, PayPal |
| Payment terms | NET 60 | Monthly, ~NET 30 |
| Geo focus | Per-country programs | Global |
| Terms verified | 2026-08 | 2026-08 |
Score breakdown
Subscores are 1–10, weighted per the methodology.
Earnings power (35%)
Attribution window (20%)
Trust & conversion (20%)
Payout reliability (15%)
Ease of entry (10%)
Why pick Amazon Associates
- Unmatched conversion — people already trust Amazon
- Earns on the entire cart, not just the linked item
- Every niche has promotable products
Watch out
24-hour cookie is the shortest of any major program
Full Amazon Associates profile →Why pick eBay Partner Network
- Unique inventory (used, vintage, collectibles)
- Low payout threshold
- Easy approval
Watch out
24-hour cookie for purchases
Full eBay Partner Network profile →