# Best LinkMink Alternative

A native, embedded affiliate platform that lives inside your app — not outside. Go beyond Stripe-only tracking with Refgrow's multi-provider support from just $29/month.

## Refgrow vs LinkMink

See why SaaS companies are switching to Refgrow for their affiliate programs

| Feature                         | Refgrow                            | LinkMink                          | Why it Matters                                           |
| -------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | ---------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
| Transaction Fees                 | 0%                                 | Often 2.9% + $0.30 (or more)      | Refgrow saves you significant costs, especially as you scale. Keep more of your revenue. |
| Native Integration                | Deeply Embeddable Widget          | Often Requires External Portal     | Keep affiliates within your app for a seamless, branded experience. Increase engagement and trust. |
| Hosted Affiliate Portal           | Yes (standalone portal page)      | Limited or Not Available           | Give affiliates a dedicated portal they can access anytime — in addition to the embedded widget inside your app. |
| Pricing Model                    | Simple Flat Rate (from $29/mo)    | Often Higher Tiers + % Fees       | Predictable costs. Refgrow's pricing is straightforward and affordable for startups and growing SaaS. |
| SaaS Commission Flexibility       | Lifetime, First, Limited Period    | Generally Good                    | Both platforms understand SaaS needs. Refgrow provides clear options for recurring revenue models. |
| Product-Specific Commissions      | Yes (Stripe/Lemon Squeezy)       | Limited or Higher Plans Only       | Incentivize affiliates differently for specific plans or products directly within Refgrow. |
| Affiliate-Specific Commissions     | Yes                               | Limited or Higher Plans Only       | Reward your top affiliates with custom commission rates easily in Refgrow. |
| Payment Integrations               | Stripe, Lemon Squeezy, Paddle, Polar, Manual | Stripe (Primary Focus)     | Refgrow offers flexibility beyond just Stripe, including Lemon Squeezy, Paddle, Polar and manual tracking for custom setups. |
| Free Trial                        | 14 Days (No Card Required)        | Yes (Often Requires Card)         | Try Refgrow completely risk-free to see if it fits your needs before committing. |

## Save up to 90% vs. LinkMink

Your expected earnings from affiliates per month

$10,000/mo from affiliates

I need Refgrow Pro ($49/mo)

### Refgrow

$29/mo

### LinkMink

$79/mo

Annual Savings:

$600/year

## Three things we do better than LinkMink

We remove the barriers and give you everything you need to scale

### Referral Exchange
- Access a network of relevant partners
- Cross-promotion inside affiliate dashboards
- Simple opt-in, no extra fees

### Native Integration
- No redirects or external portals
- 2-3x more affiliate signups
- Fully customizable to your brand

### Lower Cost & No Limits
- Flat pricing from $29/mo
- No transaction fees or hidden costs
- Unlimited affiliate earnings

## Why Embedded Wins for SaaS

The better way to run affiliate programs -- natively inside your product

### Benefits of Embedded Integration
- #### Instant Affiliate Activation
Turn users into partners with a single click -- no forms, redirects, or onboarding friction.

- #### Frictionless Experience
Referrals, rewards, and analytics all live inside your SaaS. No jumping between tools.

- #### Deep Product Integration
Track everything with APIs and webhooks. Automate workflows and reward payouts natively.

- #### Brand-First Control
Fully customize the affiliate UI to match your brand -- so it always feels like your product.

### How It Works
Get your affiliate program up and running in minutes

1. ### Embed in Your App
Add Refgrow to your SaaS with just a few lines of code. Fully customize colors and text to match your brand.

2. ### Configure Tracking
Connect with Stripe or Lemon Squeezy for automatic tracking, or use our API for custom integrations.

3. ### Grow & Scale
Your customers become affiliates with a single click. Track referrals, manage commissions, and watch your SaaS grow.

## What Our Customers Say

"The implementation for devs seems super clean, conversion tracking easy through the API and a good experience for the end user."

— Sebastian Thunman, CEO at UserTrack

"Refgrow keeping everything inside the product is a huge UX win. We were looking for exactly this solution."

— William Scott, Founder at Elisi

"The fact that there's no limit on earnings from affiliates is such a good feature. I've used other tools with strict limits, and it was frustrating."

— Zackary Mooney, Founder at Goldentree

"Love that the price-point makes this accessible to indie founders. We couldn't justify the cost of other solutions."

— Scott, Indie SaaS Founder

"We've set up our affiliate program in less than a day. Without Refgrow, it would have taken us weeks to develop."

— James Wilson, CTO at CloudStack

"Refgrow makes affiliate marketing super easy for SaaS products. Love how seamlessly it integrates and gives users a reason to promote your app."

— Tom, SaaS Developer