CompareEPC
148
Programs
$0.44
Avg EPC
2.4%
Avg Commission
22d
Avg Cookie
48%
Ghost Rate

The golf affiliate space is crowded, with an average EPC of just $0.44 across the 148 brands we track. Many affiliates default to big-box retailers or major club manufacturers, but our data shows the highest earnings often come from niche, direct-to-consumer brands that convert exceptionally well. This includes golf equipment affiliate programs focusing on specialized gear.

This analysis cuts through the noise of advertised commission rates. We've analyzed performance data from 8 networks to identify the best golf affiliate programs that actually deliver earnings per click. You'll see high-ticket specialists like Stewart Golf ($3.23 EPC) alongside high-conversion apparel brands like SWAG Golf (17.83% CVR). The goal isn't to list every program, but to show you which ones are working for affiliates right now.

Golf Affiliate Programs Compared by EPC

Here's how the top-performing golf affiliate programs in our database stack up on core metrics. This ranking is based on a composite score that prioritizes EPC and data completeness.

# Program Network EPC Commission Cookie Conv. Rate Reversal
1 Performance Golf Skimlinks $1.16 25.0% 3.51% 0.0%
2 Lucky Golf Skimlinks $0.99 10.0% 1d 14.23% 0.0%
3 OGIO Skimlinks $0.92 6.0% 4d 7.06% 8.2%
4 Galway Bay Apparel Skimlinks $0.84 7.6% 29d 5.52% 17.2%
5 SWAG Golf Skimlinks $0.83 5.0% 10d 17.83% 0.7%
6 The Indoor Golf Shop Skimlinks $0.82 4.8% 30d 0.63% 0.0%
7 Breezy Golf Awin $0.85 30d 17.55%
8 Good Good Golf Awin $0.80 30d 9.68%
9 Bag Boy Skimlinks $0.69 8.0% 4d 3.96% 0.0%
The complete list

Every golf program we track — all 261 of them

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ProgramNetworkMarketEPCCommissionCookieConv.Reversal
Bushnell Golfimpact$9.510%
Alphard Golfcj$7.798%
Zerorestriction.comimpact$5.086%
Clinch Golfimpact$3.35%
Stewart Golf UKskimlinksGB$3.234.8%26d12.62%0.4%
Golfballs.com CanadaimpactCA$2.7510%
Seamus Golfimpact$2.525%
The Indoor Golf Shopcj$1.912%
Performance Golf (US)skimlinksUS$1.1625%3.51%
Lucky GolfskimlinksUS$0.9910%1d14.23%
Bad Birdie Golfimpact$0.986%
Titleistcj$0.975%
Pins & AcesflexoffersUS$0.948%
Performance Golf (US)flexoffersUS$0.9220%
OGIOskimlinksUS/CA +3$0.926%4d7.06%8.2%
Breezy Golf (US)awinUS$0.8530d17.55%
Galway Bay ApparelskimlinksUS$0.847.6%29d5.52%17.2%
SWAG GolfskimlinksAE/IE +20$0.835%10d17.83%0.6%
The Indoor Golf ShopskimlinksUS/CA$0.824.8%30d0.63%
Good Good Golf (US)awinUS$0.830d9.68%
Edel GolfflexoffersUS$0.778%
Bag BoyskimlinksUS$0.698%4d3.96%
Global Golf - CAimpactCA$0.665%
SWAG Golfcj$0.625%
TaylorMade Golfimpact$0.64%
Pins & Acesimpact$0.5610%
Global Golf - U.S.impact$0.535%
CaddyDaddyskimlinksUS$0.5210%5%0.1%
PuttrskimlinksUS$0.510%0.95%
Just Golf StuffflexoffersCA$0.476.4%
Worldwide Golf Shopsimpact$0.475%
MacGregor GolfskimlinksUS/AU +4$0.447%3.81%
Abacus Sportswear USskimlinksUS$0.418%28d2.35%17%
Only BirdiesawinGB$0.3930d4.8%
STITCH Golfimpact$0.396%
Affordable GolfskimlinksNL/IE +7$0.371.5%21d19.41%4.3%
Next RoundskimlinksUS$0.375%6d5.41%
TGW - The Golf Warehousecj$0.371%
MileseeyskimlinksGB/US$0.3415%0.87%
Zerorestriction.comskimlinksUS$0.3312%1.69%8.1%
CaddyTalk USAskimlinksUS$0.3112.1%1.23%
GOLFBUDDY UKawinGB$0.330d2.92%
Performance Golf (US)awinUS$0.315d0.93%
Clickgolf.co.ukawinGB$0.297%30d1.84%
Jam Golf (UK) LimitedawinGB$0.286%30d2.91%
Sqairz GolfskimlinksUS/CA$0.289.6%2.23%
Vice Golfcj$0.286%
FootJoycj$0.275%
Major Golf DirectawinGB$0.2730d5.15%
VESSEL Golf USawinUS$0.261d0.93%
Zebra Golf (USA)impactUS$0.2610%
Discount Golf StoreawinGB$0.235%30d1.72%
SkyTrak Golfcj$0.226%
Major Golf DirectskimlinksGB$0.214%7.14%3%
Puma Golf and Cobra Golfcj$0.214%
OgioawinGB$0.182.5%30d7.07%
Callaway Pre-OwnedskimlinksUS/GB +4$0.172%6d4.98%71.3%
GolfbidderflexoffersGB$0.171.6%
Callaway GolfawinGB$0.162.5%30d3.02%
GolfTraingAids.comskimlinksUS$0.1611.2%7d2.06%14.7%
SkyTrak GolfskimlinksUS$0.168.2%0.37%
CLUBHOUSE GOLFskimlinksES/IE +3$0.157.5%15d2.16%29%
PAYNTR GOLF EUawinGB$0.1530d2.25%
Golf Direct Nowcj$0.158%
Golf Galaxycj$0.1410%
Rock Bottom GolfflexoffersUS$0.141.6%
Golf Direct NowskimlinksUS$0.143%4.76%
ReadyGolf Affiliate ProgramskimlinksUS$0.135%3d6.12%
Scottsdale GolfskimlinksGB$0.133.5%2.26%
TGW - The Golf WarehouseskimlinksUS$0.133%1d4.18%15.1%
Affordable GolfawinGB$0.1230d2.28%
Golf Gear DirectawinGB$0.127%30d1.16%
Hot Golf UKawinGB$0.1230d1.78%
UnderParskimlinksUS/CA$0.122.3%28d4.13%
Fairway Golf, Inc.flexoffersUS$0.126.6%
UnderParflexoffersUS$0.123.2%
Golf und Günstig DEawinDE$0.117%30d0.56%
Golf House DEawinDE$0.16%30d0.35%
GolfbidderskimlinksNL/IE +10$0.12%13d3%
CLUBHOUSE GOLFawinGB$0.0930d0.73%
Callaway GolfskimlinksUS/AU +4$0.092%6d1.97%24%
Lynx GolfawinGB$0.0930d10.1%
TitleistskimlinksGB$0.099.6%11d1.95%
American GolfskimlinksGB/NL$0.083%22d2.76%2.9%
PlayMoreGolfawinGB$0.0830d2.18%
Scottsdale GolfawinGB$0.085%15d0.94%
pinemeadowgolf.comcj$0.0810%
Callaway Golf PreownedskimlinksGB$0.072.5%0.96%78.9%
Hot Golf UKskimlinksGB$0.075.9%1d1.66%12.2%
Mullybox.comskimlinksUS/AU +4$0.0720%0.6%
SQAIRZcj$0.0710%
GolfApparelShop.comcj$0.064%
Discount Golf StoreskimlinksGB$0.065.7%0.6%
GolfShopsOnlineawinNL$0.0630d0.36%
Ashworth Golf International LLCskimlinksUS$0.056%1.14%
Callaway Golf PreownedawinGB$0.052.5%30d1.07%
Espace Golf - DEawinDE$0.0530d0.59%
Golfballs.comskimlinksUS$0.0510%1.02%
Rock Bottom GolfskimlinksJP/US +3$0.051%20d3.92%
PGA TOUR SuperstoreflexoffersUS$0.040.8%
Espace Golf FRawinFR$0.0430d2.04%
GOLF PartnerskimlinksUS/CA$0.047%0.58%
Golf Gear DirectskimlinksGB$0.047.5%19d0.36%8.6%
JustGolfStuff.caskimlinksUS/CA +1$0.044%30d1.4%41.6%
BIG MAX GolfskimlinksUS$0.030.5%2.54%
Fairway Golf, Inc.skimlinksUS$0.036%0.25%
Footjoy UKskimlinksGB$0.036.6%0.47%
Discount Golf StoreflexoffersGB$0.033.2%
Golf AvenueflexoffersUS$0.021.6%
Golf AvenueskimlinksUS/CA$0.022%0.85%
Zerorestriction.comflexoffersUS$0.023.2%
Scottsdale GolfflexoffersGB$0.022.8%
Titleist UKflexoffersGB$0.016.4%
Callaway GolfskimlinksGB$0.012.5%1.05%56.6%
Gamola GolfskimlinksGB/IE$0.016%0.3%
Jam GolfskimlinksGB$0.016%0.11%50.3%
FlightPathflexoffersUS$0.01
STITCH GolfflexoffersUS$0.013.2%
Gamola GolfflexoffersGB$04%
Bad BirdieawinUS30d
Espace Golf - NLawinNL30d
Golf House ATawinDE6%30d
Greenfee365cj5%
Me And My Golf Training AidsawinUS30d
OgioskimlinksGB2.5%0.25%
Your Golf Travel Gift VouchersawinGB30d
6 Weeks To Golf Fitnessflexoffers48%
Abacus Sportswear USflexoffersUS6.4%
Adept KnivesskimlinksUS
Arccos Golfimpact10%
Ashworth Golf International LLCflexoffersUS4%
Ashworth Golf International LLCpepperjamCA4%7d
Babouche! GolfskimlinksGB
Babouche! GolfflexoffersGB8%
Bad Birdie Golfmavely4.8%
BallnamicrakutenUS15%
Birdie TownskimlinksUS
Brand Barnimpact20%
Bushnell GolfskimlinksUS
Bushnell GolfflexoffersUS5%
Bushnell GolfrakutenUS6%
CaddyDaddyimpact10%
Chamber Putter LLCskimlinksUS
Club Speedimpact20%
Craftsman Golf®skimlinksUS
Cut GolfskimlinksUS
Discover Golf Courses & Book Tee Times Online · Greenfee365skimlinksPL/GB +13
Eastside Golfmavely7%
Eastside Golfpepperjam3%7d
Fieldtrip Supply CoskimlinksGB
Fiori GolfskimlinksUS
Five Iron Golfimpact15%
Footjoymavely3.5%
Footjoy DEskimlinksDE
Future GolfskimlinksAU
G/FOREmavely7%
G/FORErakutenGB5%
GFORE.compepperjamUS6%7d
GOLF.com Pro ShopflexoffersUS8%
GOLFGYM LLC.skimlinksUS
Galway Bay Apparelimpact3%
Ghost GolfrakutenUS10%
Golf Apparel Shopmavely10.5%
Golf AvenuerakutenCA2%
Golf Division (USA)skimlinksUS
Golf Division (USA)impactUS5%
Golf Galaxymavely10.5%
Golf Galaxyimpact2%
Golf Pad IncskimlinksUS
Golf Pad Incimpact1%
Golf Townimpact4%
Golf: Single Digit Blueprintflexoffers60%
GolfbidderrakutenGB2%
Golfieskimlinks
Golfsenteret (NO)skimlinksNO
Golftaspro.nlskimlinksNL
GreenFee365 - CzechiaflexoffersCZ4%
GreenFee365 - FRflexoffersFR4%
GreenFee365 USAflexoffersUS4%
Greenfee365 ESflexoffersES4%
JustGolfStuff.capartnerize
LesmartskimlinksUS
Love GloveskimlinksUS
MA INNOVATIVE LTDskimlinksUS
MIFINE LIMITEDskimlinksUS
MacGregormavely3.5%
MacGregor Golf (USA)impactUS5%
Makefield Golfimpact12%
Midspringskimlinks
MyGolfingStore INCskimlinksUS
Newton GolfflexoffersUS8%
Newton ShaftsskimlinksUS
Newton Shaftsmavely7%
OGIOmavely4.2%
Online Golfpartnerize1%
Only BirdiesskimlinksGB
PARK Luxury Sporting AccessoriesflexoffersUS12%
PAYNTR GOLF EUskimlinksGB
PGA TOUR Superstoremavely8.4%
PINGrakutenUS5%
PXGrakutenUS6%
Par Bleu Golf (US)skimlinksUS
Par72.GolfskimlinksDE
ParSkinsskimlinks
ParSkinsflexoffersUS8%
Perfect Hands Golfimpact20%
Perfect Hands Golf, LLCskimlinksUS
Pins & Acesmavely10.5%
PlayMoreGolfskimlinksGB
Precision Pro EUskimlinksGB
PrimePuttimpact10%
Proud90flexoffersUS12%
Pyramid GolfskimlinksUS
Ram Golf (UK and Europe)skimlinksIE/BE +6
Ram Golf (UK and Europe)impact10%
Ram Golf (USA)skimlinksUS
Ram Golf (USA)flexoffersUS8%
Ram Golf (USA)impactUS10%
Rock Bottom GolfrakutenUS1%
Rory Mcilroy's Lifelong Coach Reveals The Unique 6 Step Golf Lessonflexoffers40%
SQAIRZmavely3.5%
Scotch & SkinsskimlinksUS
ShipSticksskimlinksGlobal
Skins Golfimpact5%
SkyTrak Golfmavely4.2%
SportsIntegrity.Com LLCskimlinksUS
SportsIntegrity.com LLCflexoffersUS6.4%
Steadfast GolfskimlinksUS
Stewart Golf USAskimlinksUS
Stewart Golf USAimpactUS5%
Sun Mountainimpact8%
Sweet RollzskimlinksUS
Sweet Rollzimpact10%
The Indoor Golf Shopmavely5.2%
The Mind Factorflexoffers40%
The Stress-free Golf Swingflexoffers59.2%
Titleist DEskimlinksDE
Topgolf ShopskimlinksUS
True Spec Golfimpact10%
VESSELrakutenUS5%
Vertical Groove GolfskimlinksUS
Zebra GolfskimlinksUS/CA
Zebra Golf (UK and Europe)skimlinksES/FR +5
Zebra Golf (UK and Europe)impact10%
Zebra Golf (USA)flexoffersUS8%
pinemeadowgolf.comskimlinksNL/GR +28
インドアゴルフスクール_beagle + 店舗拡大中!楽しくレッスン習い放題&通い放題のインドアゴルフ 【ビーグル】(24-0906)skimlinks
ワイムシェアリング株式会社 + 【全室完全個室!24時間営業!シミュレーションゴルフ】(23-0220)skimlinks
株式会社エリートグリップ + ゴルフグリップメーカー ゴルフグリップやゴルフ練習器具を製造販売【エリートグリップ】(24-0801)skimlinks
株式会社ゲオ + 中古ゴルフクラブの買取ならゴルフエース【ゴルフエース】買取促進(11-0301)skimlinks
株式会社ゴルフ・ドゥ + 中古クラブなら在庫数15万本の【ゴルフドゥ!オンラインショップ】(22-0804)skimlinks
株式会社サンクチュアリゴルフ + メディア紹介多数!どこよりもリーズナブルにゴルフレッスン【サンクチュアリゴルフ】(15-0827)skimlinks
株式会社フォーティーン + フォーティーン公式オンラインストア(24-0402)skimlinks
株式会社リトルマートコーポレーション + 恐怖の3パットとサヨナラ!カップイン率が劇的にUPする究極のパターマットセット(25-0228)skimlinks
株式会社一条 + 日本最大級のゴルフウェア高価買取専門店【ストスト】(22-0316)skimlinks
株式会社有賀園ゴルフ + 激安ゴルフウェア・ゴルフクラブの有賀園ゴルフオンラインAGO(18-0319)skimlinks
株式会社朝日ゴルフ + 20年以上の取引実績を誇るゴルフ会員権の仲介業社【安心・信頼の朝日ゴルフ】(25-0922)skimlinks
株式会社IrBien + GIRDLUX-ソフトガードル機能付きのスポーツ用ストッキング-(25-0425)skimlinks
買取アローズ + 多種多様なゴルフ用品を買取しています!【ゴルフ買取アローズ】(17-0802)skimlinks
GJB株式会社 + 定額制通い放題のシミュレーションゴルフ【SMART GOLF】(23-0426)skimlinks
RIZAP株式会社 + スコアコミット型ゴルフスクール【RIZAPゴルフ】(16-0420)skimlinks

Detailed Analysis

Top Golf Affiliate Programs Reviewed

Stewart Golf UK

Skimlinks
EPC
$3.23
Commission
4.8%
Cookie
26 days
Conv. Rate
12.62%
Reversal
0.4%
Avg Basket
$530

Stewart Golf leads with an impressive $3.23 EPC, driven by a combination of high-ticket products and a phenomenal 12.62% conversion rate. As a maker of premium electric golf trolleys, their $530 average basket size is substantial. A 4.8% commission on that AOV translates to a roughly $25 commission per sale, backed by a nearly non-existent 0.4% reversal rate. This is a top-tier program for affiliates whose audiences appreciate and can afford high-end golf tech.

Best for: Golf enthusiasts and gadget reviewers

Performance Golf

Skimlinks
EPC
$1.16
Commission
25.0%
Cookie
Conv. Rate
3.51%
Reversal
0.0%
Avg Basket
$133

A $1.16 EPC puts Performance Golf firmly in the top tier. The program's strength lies in an extremely generous 25% commission rate, which is rare in the equipment and training space. While the 3.51% conversion rate is solid, it's the commission that drives the high EPC on a respectable $133 average basket. This program is ideal for instructional content, as they sell training aids and courses aimed at game improvement.

Best for: Golf enthusiasts and instructors with blogs, social media, or email lists.

Lucky Golf

Skimlinks
EPC
$0.99
Commission
10.0%
Cookie
1 day
Conv. Rate
14.23%
Reversal
0.0%
Avg Basket
$70

Lucky Golf demonstrates how strong conversions can offset a lower basket size. A stunning 14.23% conversion rate powers its $0.99 EPC. With a 10% commission on a $70 average order, each sale nets about $7. The key drawback is the 1-day cookie, which necessitates targeting buyers who are ready to purchase immediately. This program is a strong choice for deal sites or product-focused content where the audience has high purchase intent.

Best for: Golfing enthusiasts and sports-focused affiliates

OGIO

Skimlinks
EPC
$0.92
Commission
6.0%
Cookie
4 days
Conv. Rate
7.06%
Reversal
8.2%
Avg Basket
$218

As a well-known brand under the Callaway umbrella, OGIO benefits from strong name recognition. This is reflected in a healthy 7.06% conversion rate and a $218 average basket. The resulting $0.92 EPC is solid, though affiliates should note the short 4-day cookie and a slightly elevated 8.2% reversal rate. The program is a good fit for promoting high-quality golf bags and travel gear to an audience that values brand reputation.

Best for: Sports and travel bloggers, golf enthusiasts, and gear reviewers

Galway Bay Apparel

Skimlinks
EPC
$0.84
Commission
7.6%
Cookie
29 days
Conv. Rate
5.52%
Reversal
17.2%
Avg Basket
$201

Galway Bay Apparel offers a solid $0.84 EPC, driven by a $201 average basket for its premium rain gear. The 5.52% conversion rate and 29-day cookie are attractive. However, the most critical metric here is the 17.2% reversal rate. This is significantly higher than average and means nearly one in five commissions could be clawed back. Affiliates must factor this into their financial projections; the gross numbers are good, but net earnings will be lower.

Best for: Golf apparel and equipment reviewers, golf-focused blogs, and sports-related social media influencers.

SWAG Golf

Skimlinks
EPC
$0.83
Commission
5.0%
Cookie
10 days
Conv. Rate
17.83%
Reversal
0.7%
Avg Basket
$93

SWAG Golf is a conversion machine. A 17.83% conversion rate is exceptional and speaks to a cult-like following for their limited-release putters and headcovers. Even with a sub-$100 average basket, that conversion rate produces a strong $0.83 EPC. The 5% commission is standard, but the extremely low 0.7% reversal rate ensures you keep what you earn. This is a brand to promote to an audience that values unique, high-quality gear and is prone to impulse buys.

Best for: Golf enthusiasts, golf apparel and accessories reviewers, and gift guides

The Indoor Golf Shop

Skimlinks
EPC
$0.82
Commission
4.8%
Cookie
30 days
Conv. Rate
0.63%
Reversal
0.0%
Avg Basket
$2,721

The Indoor Golf Shop is a classic high-ticket play. The $0.82 EPC is impressive when you see the 0.63% conversion rate. The key is the massive $2,721 average basket size from selling golf simulators and launch monitors. A single sale at a 4.8% commission nets over $130. The 30-day cookie is crucial for such a considered purchase. This program is not for general audiences; it's for affiliates who can create detailed reviews and guides for customers deep in the research phase.

Best for: Golfing content creators and simulator reviewers

Breezy Golf

Awin
EPC
$0.85
Commission
Cookie
30 days
Conv. Rate
17.55%
Reversal
Avg Basket

Breezy Golf posts a strong $0.85 EPC and an outstanding 17.55% conversion rate on Awin. The program, associated with the popular "Bob Does Sports" media brand, clearly resonates with its target audience of casual golfers. While Awin does not provide commission or basket size data for this program, the high EPC and conversion rate are strong signals of performance. The 30-day cookie provides a good window to capture sales from this highly engaged audience.

Best for: Golf and sports influencers, fans of Bob Does Sports

Good Good Golf

Awin
EPC
$0.80
Commission
Cookie
30 days
Conv. Rate
9.68%
Reversal
Avg Basket

Similar to Breezy Golf, Good Good Golf leverages a massive YouTube following to drive sales. This translates to a strong $0.80 EPC and a 9.68% conversion rate. Their performance apparel is clearly a hit with their fanbase. The lack of public commission and AOV data on Awin is a drawback for forecasting, but the performance metrics we do have indicate a program that effectively converts traffic from its target demographic. The 30-day cookie is a solid bonus.

Best for: Golf and lifestyle influencers, apparel reviewers, and YouTube creators

Bag Boy

Skimlinks
EPC
$0.69
Commission
8.0%
Cookie
4 days
Conv. Rate
3.96%
Reversal
0.0%
Avg Basket
$218

Bag Boy offers a balanced profile with a $0.69 EPC. An 8% commission on a $218 average basket is a potent combination, leading to potential commissions of over $17 per sale. The 3.96% conversion rate is decent for this price point, and the 0% reversal rate means your earnings are secure. The main weakness is a short 4-day cookie, so it’s best for driving traffic that is closer to making a purchasing decision for push carts and golf bags.

Best for: Golf-focused blogs, sports and outdoors deal sites, and golf equipment reviewers.

What About TaylorMade, Callaway, and Nike?

You're probably wondering why the biggest names in golf aren't in our top 10. While brands like TaylorMade, Callaway, and Nike have golf equipment affiliate programs, they often don't make data-driven top lists for several reasons. Many operate with lower commission rates (e.g., TaylorMade's 4% on Impact), shorter cookie windows, or simply don't provide the transparent performance data needed for a full analysis.

For example, our database shows TaylorMade Golf's Impact program has a $0.70 EPC, but with incomplete data, it's hard to verify its consistency. Large brands often rely on their massive brand recognition to drive sales, meaning they don't need to offer the most competitive terms to affiliates. Our top 10 focuses on programs, big or small, that have verifiable data proving they are high-performing partners for affiliates looking to maximize revenue per click.

Cross-Network Data

Same Brand, Different Networks: Where to Get the Best Deal

Many brands run programs on multiple networks with different commission structures and performance. Choosing the right network for a specific brand can directly impact your earnings. Here's how our data breaks down for several popular golf brands.

SWAG Golf

CJ (Best EPC)
$2.04
5.0% commission · cookie N/A
Skimlinks
$0.83
5.0% commission · 10d cookie

The Indoor Golf Shop

CJ (Best EPC)
$1.64
2.0% commission · cookie N/A
Skimlinks
$0.82
4.8% commission · 30d cookie

Performance Golf

Skimlinks (Best EPC)
$1.16
25.0% commission · cookie N/A
FlexOffers
$0.92
commission N/A · cookie N/A

OGIO

Skimlinks (Best EPC)
$0.92
6.0% commission · 4d cookie
Awin
$0.18
2.5% commission · 30d cookie

Pinemeadowgolf

CJ (Best EPC)
$7.95
commission N/A · cookie N/A
Skimlinks
$0.00
commission N/A · cookie N/A

Data Insights

Golf Affiliate Programs: What the Data Shows

Across the 148 golf brands in our database, a few key trends emerge. First, network choice matters. Skimlinks offers the widest selection, but CJ and Impact deliver significantly higher average EPCs ($0.71 and $2.13, respectively) for their curated lists of programs. This suggests a quality-over-quantity approach may be more profitable.

Second, the "ghost rate" is high. Nearly half (48%) of all golf program listings in our database lack EPC data. This is particularly true for networks like Rakuten and Mavely. This doesn't mean the programs are inactive, but it makes performance unpredictable. Sticking to programs with transparent data is the lower-risk strategy.

Finally, there are two clear paths to high earnings: high-ticket sales or high-conversion impulse buys. Programs like The Indoor Golf Shop ($2,721 AOV) and Stewart Golf ($530 AOV) reward affiliates who can nurture a long sales cycle. On the other end, brands like SWAG Golf (17.83% CVR) and Lucky Golf (14.23% CVR) are perfect for audiences ready to buy now. Matching your content style to one of these models is key.

Worth Watching: High EPCs with Thin Data

A few programs show extremely high potential but are missing the complete data needed to make our top 10. Keep an eye on these. Pinemeadowgolf on CJ boasts a massive $7.95 EPC, and Clinch Golf on Impact shows a $3.30 EPC with a 5% commission. If these numbers hold as more data becomes available, they could be top contenders.

Data Insight

The average commission rate in golf is a meager 2.4%. However, our top 10 performers average a 9.7% commission (excluding programs with no public rate). This 4x difference proves that selecting partners based on performance data, not just category, is critical to maximizing revenue.

Browse all 148 golf affiliate programs with EPC data, commission rates, and cross-network comparisons.

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How to Choose a Golf Affiliate Program

Choosing the right program goes beyond picking the one with the highest commission. Use our data to make a more informed decision about the best golf affiliate programs. First, match the program's financial model to your audience. If you write detailed reviews for serious buyers, the low conversion rate (0.63%) but massive $2,721 average basket of The Indoor Golf Shop is a perfect fit. If your audience loves unique gear and quick buys, SWAG Golf's 17.83% conversion rate is more valuable than its modest $93 basket.

Next, scrutinize reversal rates. A program like Galway Bay Apparel looks great with its $0.84 EPC, but a 17.2% reversal rate means you could lose a significant chunk of your earnings. Contrast that with SWAG Golf or Bag Boy, both with reversal rates under 1%. Finally, use cross-network data to your advantage. SWAG Golf earns $2.04 EPC on CJ versus just $0.83 on Skimlinks. Joining the right network for the right program is a direct path to higher earnings.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the commission rate for TaylorMade Golf affiliates?

The TaylorMade Golf affiliate program on the Impact network offers a 4% commission rate. However, a commission rate alone doesn't indicate earning potential. Our data shows a $0.70 EPC for this program, but the data is thin. For a more predictable income, affiliates should prioritize programs with transparent, high EPCs and proven conversion rates, such as Stewart Golf UK ($3.23 EPC) or Performance Golf ($1.16 EPC).

Which golf affiliate programs convert best?

Based on our data from over 148 golf programs, some of the highest conversion rates come from niche direct-to-consumer brands. For example, SWAG Golf shows a 17.83% conversion rate and Lucky Golf converts at 14.23%. These figures suggest strong product-market fit and a frictionless checkout process, making them excellent partners for content creators targeting serious golfers.

How to Choose the Best Golf Affiliate Program.

To choose the best golf affiliate program, look beyond advertised commission rates and analyze performance metrics like EPC (Earnings Per Click), conversion rate, and reversal rate. A high EPC indicates a program is profitable for other affiliates. Match the program's average basket size to your audience's spending habits—high-ticket programs like The Indoor Golf Shop (over $2,700 AOV) require a different promotional strategy than high-conversion apparel brands. Finally, check reversal rates; a rate above 10% can significantly reduce your net earnings.

Which affiliate networks are best for finding golf programs?

The best network depends on your strategy. Our database shows Skimlinks has the largest volume of golf brands, making it a good starting point for variety. However, for pure performance, networks like CJ and Impact show higher average EPCs ($0.71 and $2.13, respectively) in the golf category. Experienced affiliates often join multiple networks to access the best-performing version of a brand's program.

Methodology

This analysis covers 148 golf affiliate programs tracked across 8 networks including Awin, CJ, Impact, Skimlinks, FlexOffers, Rakuten, Mavely, and Partnerize. Performance data (EPC, conversion rate, reversal rate) is pulled from network APIs and updated regularly. Commission rates reflect default publisher tiers — negotiated rates may differ. Programs with no performance data ("ghost programs") are excluded from averages but included in total counts. Last updated: March 1, 2026.

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