The top Affiliate Marketing agencies in 2026 are Big Red Jelly, SocialLynx, and Performance Heroes, selected from 14 agencies vetted by DesignRush on the basis of verified client reviews (4.4 avg. rating), project outcomes and industry expertise. Big Red Jelly leads the ranking for Affiliate Marketing, followed by SocialLynx and Performance Heroes.

#AgencyRatingMin projectHourlyLocation
1Big Red Jelly 4.9 (61) $1,000 - $10,000$150/hrProvo, Utah
2SocialLynx 4.8 (5) $1,000 - $10,000$200/hrDenver, Colorado
3Performance Heroes New $1,000 - $10,000$150/hrHamburg, Germany
4Kizil New $1,000 - $10,000$50/hrPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
5Influencer Hero New $1,000 - $10,000InquireNew York City, New York
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Best Affiliate Marketing Agencies

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  • Big Red Jelly

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    Brand. Build. Grow.

    Big Red Jelly folds affiliate marketing into its influencer and partner service. It tracks campaigns via landing pages, social analytics, and revenue-based ROI. The agency suits brands wanting affiliate work as part of a broader brand strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • AEO
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    Location
    Provo, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    26 Projects Listed

    Big Red Jelly Services

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • AEO
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • CRO
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Parkway Construction
    • United Franchise Group
    • University of Utah Health
    • Savory Food Fund
    • MIT
    • Little Joe's Boots
    • The Ready Stone
    • Hirschi Companies
    • R and R BBQ
    • Mo' Bettahs
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Big Red Jelly Reviews & Testimonials

    • Spencer Ricks
      Spencer Ricks Head of Marketing at BoxHouse
      4.8★

      Branding Review from Spencer Ricks

      We worked with Big Red Jelly for the rebranding for BoxHouse. Joshua Lee worked with us for several weeks, starting with brand research all the way to a completely new logo, brand identity, and branding guide. Joshua stayed with the project, even though there was a lot of pushback and hesitancy from stakeholders on the direction to go in, partly because the old brand identity had so much equity. Joshua was very communicative and was able to explain the science behind branding and why we needed to make a change, which helped get buy-in from leadership. After exploring dozens of different directions the brand identity, we landed on one that just clicked. It was simple, memorable, unique, and also borrowed some elements from the old brand identity, so the rebranding felt more like a natural evolution, rather than a complete rehaul. This was just what BoxHouse needed. We were able to launch a new website and branded materials with the new brand identity, which is helping the company as we enter a new stage of growth. I definitely recommend working with the Big Red Jelly team! During the entire rebranding process, they really operated as an extension of our team, and was great at listening and taking feedback, while also challenging us just a bit so we could land on something that we didn't know we needed at the beginning.

    • Shellsea Moala
      Shellsea Moala Owner at Pacific Security Services
      5.0★

      WordPress Website Design Review from Shellsea Moala

      I am very pleased with our website. They really captured what we wanted and we don’t have anything bad to say about them. They were prompt with communication and for a small business, gave us a really good deal on our website.

    • Gaston Magrinat
      Gaston Magrinat owner at Barcelona Experience
      1.2★

      WordPress Website Design Review from Gaston Magrinat

      The team is personable. The visual design is professional. When the engagement was going smoothly, communication was responsive and the relationship was positive. That is the full extent of what I can recommend.$16,610 paid across a website build and eight-month SEO programme. When the structural failures emerged commercial content hidden from search engines from day one, a broken contact form for four months, core deliverables marked complete in their own system that had never been done the pattern became consistent and never changed. Friendly responses. Reassurance. Deferral. Not in scope. Next month.When I submitted a formal nine-section evidence package drawn from BRJ's own contracts and internal records, their response was to propose continuing the retainer at $995 per month to complete the outstanding contracted work. Every item in that proposal was already in the original contract. That proposal was their own written admission that eight months of billing had not delivered what was contracted.When I declined and requested a refund, their formal written response claimed the Scope of Work was fully executed. Their own internal documents list the same deliverables as outstanding in April 2026 that were marked complete throughout the engagement. Both documents are BRJ's. Both cannot be true.Not one specific failure was acknowledged. Not one item of evidence was addressed.Mistakes happen in every agency engagement. What defines an agency is what they do when mistakes are documented and presented. This agency's answer across every avenue, verbal and written was to engage with none of it.Before signing, ask specifically what accountability looks like when contracted work is not delivered. That answer matters more than anything in the sales process.

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  • Your Growth Team Without the Agency Baggage

    SocialLynx offers affiliate marketing alongside Google Ads and Amazon management for ecommerce brands. It holds impact.com Gold Partner status and a 1,000+ publisher network. The agency fits sellers pairing affiliate with paid search or Amazon...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Affiliate Marketing
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • True heroes always have a mission!

    Performance Heroes pairs affiliate marketing with email and phone marketing for German shops. It sources publishers via its own network or external networks. The agency fits DACH eCommerce brands wanting affiliate marketing services bundled with direct marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Direct Marketing
    Location
    Hamburg, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Bring The Whole System Together

    KizilCo is a strategy-led digital agency helping businesses turn ideas into connected, scalable systems. We combine Strategy, CRM and Automation, Web & eCommerce, Digital Marketing, SEO, Email Marketing, Branding, and AI to solve real business challenges. From planning through implementation, we focus on...

    Top Services:

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • 10X+ ROAS With Influencer Marketing

    ALL-IN-ONE Influencer Marketing Agency & Technology Company. We have built the leading Influencer marketing platform helping brands achieve 10X+ ROAS. Leveraging Big Data, AI, and automation to increase ROI, lower CAC, and collect high-quality UGC for brands worldwide...

    Top Services:

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Speed Up Your Growth

    Swyft is more than your average marketing and PR agency. We provide B2B tech clients with the experience of industry veterans to help them reach new heights in their brand goals. Our extensive international network gives us a global presence unlike any other from right here in Austin. Speed up growth with our...

    Top Services:

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We See What Others Don't.

    Established in 2015, Embryo is a multi-award-winning digital agency, specialising in search, digital PR, paid social, and design and development. Our skills are underpinned by our belief in going above and beyond to offer the greatest possible client experience...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Let's get to know each other!

    We are a digital marketing agency dealing with planning, purchasing and implementing advertising campaigns on the Internet...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • PPC
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    Location
    Warsaw, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A One-Stop Accounting Firm

    T-Ledgers Accounting Inc. is a Canadian accounting firm providing CPA-led bookkeeping, tax preparation, payroll, and financial advisory services to businesses and individuals. Founded in 2020, the company serves clients across Ontario and Canada through cloud-based accounting solutions and in-person...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    • BPO
    • ERP Consulting
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Location
    Ontario, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevate Your Brand: Visualize the Next Level with Sorotnamedia.

    Sorotnamedia is a digital agency based in Bandung, Indonesia, established in 2011. The company focuses on assisting small to medium-sized businesses with digital marketing needs, including SEO, social media marketing, search engine marketing, design, and website development. With a team size of 10-50...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Bandung, Indonesia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Best Digital Marketing Agency In Pakistan

    We are best Digital Marketing Agency In Pakistan, Our Services Includ Saerch Engine Optimization, Social Media Management, Web Development and more!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Lahore, Pakistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Let's Grow Together

    Tomatotree Digital is a leading digital marketing agency offering SEO, Local SEO, AEO, GEO, PPC, content marketing, social media marketing, technical SEO, and website audit services...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Kochi, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Clicks. Conversions. Credibility

    We help brands rank higher, get found faster & convert better...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Direct Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Gandhinagar, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Growing Businesses, Delivering Results

    Get results, grow your business, and boost sales. Provider Digital is a digital marketing agency in South Yarra that provides bespoke solutions to help businesses optimise their digital presence. Our team of digital marketing consultants will work with you to create a tailored strategy that maximises your...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Design Services
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    South Yarra, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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Frequently Asked Questions About Affiliate Marketing Firms

What services do affiliate marketing companies provide?

Affiliate marketing agencies provide a broad spectrum of services aimed at elevating businesses’ commissions and revenue through a network of partners or affiliates.  

While many people associate affiliates strictly with social media influencers and public figures, professional affiliate marketing agencies manage a much broader ecosystem of niche content creators, review sites, coupon and loyalty portals, and larger media publishers.  

These partners promote a product or service to their established audiences, earning a commission only when a verified sale or lead is generated through their unique tracking affiliate link. An affiliate program generally follows a B2C (business-to-consumer) model, but B2B arrangements also exist. 

Key services of affiliate marketing companies encompass: 

  • Program setup 
  • Affiliate marketing strategy 
  • Partners recruitment 
  • Commission management 
  • Affiliate vetting 
  • Performance reporting  

What types of affiliate marketing are there?

Affiliate marketing is traditionally categorized by the relationship between the marketer and the product, as well as the promotional medium used. Professional affiliate engagement typically falls into three distinct categories: 

  • Involved affiliate marketing: This model relies on firsthand experience. The affiliate uses and endorses the product through reviews and tutorials. This type has shown to deliver a better conversion rate and make the business a trusted brand. 
  • Related affiliate marketing: The marketer operates within the same industry or niche as the product but does not necessarily use it personally. For example, a financial blog may promote a specific credit card to its established audience. 
  • Unattached affiliate marketing: A purely performance-based model where the affiliate has no direct connection to the product or its niche. The affiliate runs pay-per-click (PPC) campaigns and places the affiliate link in ads, hoping consumers click and purchase. 

How much do these services cost?

Across industries, the median affiliate commission rates stand at 5% to 30% of the sale amount. This percentage tends to be higher when collaborating with retail, beauty, and fashion brands, while B2B, electronics and other high-end products pay on the lower end. And that's only for the commissions payout.  

To this sum, businesses need to factor in an additional $2,000 to $10,000 per month for the affiliate marketing company. The scope usually dictates the service fee, finalized based on the number of affiliates, campaign setup, creative production, reporting, and optimization. 

In terms of the payment method, there are a few main models to choose from:  

  • Pay-per-sale: Pays a percentage of earn commissions 
  • Pay-per-lead: Pays for qualified referrals  
  • Pay-per-click: Offers small payments per each visitor 
  • Pay-per-install: Pays for each app/software download and install 

How are commissions usually tiered?

Affiliate marketing companies usually structure the commission based on the complexity of the conversion and the level of creator influence. Here are the average commissions and payouts businesses can expect: 

  • Reach and engagement: 5% to 20% 
  • Revenue-share tiers: 15% to 30% 
  • Flat fee or revenue-share agreements: Around 15% 
  • Referred sale commission: 5% to 25% 
  • Performance-based influencer compensation: 5% to 20% 

What is the difference between affiliate marketing and influencer marketing?

The main distinction between affiliate marketing and influencer marketing lies in the primary objective and the corresponding compensation structure.  

Affiliate marketing is primarily a performance-oriented model whereaffiliates earn commissions exclusively for prompting specific actions. The engagement delivers immediate return on investment (ROI) and functions as a direct sales channel. Consequently, the relationship between the brand and the affiliate is purely transactional. 

By contrast, influencer marketing uses a creator's social influence and audience to cultivate brand awareness and brand trust. Compensation in this model typically involves an upfront flat fee or product gifting in exchange for creative content and visibility. 

In essence, affiliate marketing agencies focus on the bottom of the sales funnel, while influencer agencies target the top by putting more emphasis on the narrative and brand resonance.