Points vs Cruisebound: which affiliate program pays better?
Two travel programs ranked next to each other on Affiliate Graph, compared on the public terms their networks list. Points lists the higher top commission (1.88%–10% against 4.2%–5%). Neither program publishes a cookie window in its network listing. They share a network (Impact), so one publisher account can carry both. Both hold an Affiliate Graph Rank score of 96/100 in Travel.
| Term |  Points |  Cruisebound |
|---|---|---|
| Listed commission | 1.88%–10% | 4.2%–5% |
| Cookie window | Not published | Not published |
| Networks | 4: CJ, Digidip, Flexoffers, Impact | 3: Impact, Loyalize, Skimlinks |
| Direct networks | CJ, Impact | Impact |
| Rank score | 96/100 | 96/100 |
| Rank basis | observed commission | observed commission |
| Brand size | — | — |
| Categories | Travel, Digital Services & Software, Finance, Business | Travel |
| Markets | US, CA, UK, AU | US |
| Status | Active | Active |
Choose Points for
- the higher listed commission (1.88%–10%)
- more ways to join (4 networks)
Choose Cruisebound for
Fit with your audience: on the listed terms Points has the edge, and Cruisebound is the better choice where its products match what you cover.
Cruisebound program detailsWhere to join
Both programs are listed on Impact. Points is also on CJ, Digidip, Flexoffers. Cruisebound is also on Loyalize, Skimlinks.
Compared on listed program terms from the networks' public listings. Rates and cookies change; confirm current terms on the network before applying. The rank score is a position among tracked US and UK brands, indexed 0 to 100; the underlying figures are not published. Methodology · Data updated Oct 23, 2026.