Head-to-head · Ad Networks

Adsterra vs MGID

Adsterra ✓ Higher score
MGID Digital Media focus

Adsterra is the stronger pick on our data — it scores 8.6 vs 6.8 overall. Choose MGID if you need offers in Digital Media.

Pick Adsterra if…
You run Marketing offers
Also: you want the more-documented option (9 sourced fields).
Pick MGID if…
You run Digital Media offers
By AFFDigest editors · Updated Jul 17, 2026

The difference that matters

Verticals. Adsterra lists Advertising, Marketing, while MGID lists Advertising, Digital Media.

Where each one wins

Adsterra
Wins on
Overall score (8.6 vs 6.8)
Verticals MGID doesn't list: Marketing
More sourced fields on file (9 vs 2)
MGID
Wins on
Verticals Adsterra doesn't list: Digital Media

Pros & cons

Adsterra
Pros
high-quality traffic
user-friendly platform
excellent customer support
Cons
Minimum deposit not published
MGID
Pros
Wide reach
Innovative technology
Cons
Limited information on minimum payout

Side-by-side facts

Adsterra MGID
Payment methods Credit Card, Paxum, Wire Credit Card, PayPal
Verticals Advertising, Marketing Advertising, Digital Media
Top GEOs Global Global
Established 2013 — not listed

Score comparison

Dimension Adsterra MGID Winner
Overall 8.6 6.8 Adsterra
Traffic quality 8.3
Targeting 8.4
Pricing 8.6
Support 8.5
Media buyer fit 8.8
Creator fit 6.2

Data trust

Adsterra
Sourced fields
9
Official sources
1
Last checked
Jul 14, 2026
MGID
Sourced fields
2
Official sources
1
Last checked
Jul 17, 2026

Adsterra vs MGID — FAQ

Is Adsterra better than MGID?

On overall score, yes — Adsterra leads 8.6 to 6.8. MGID can still be the better fit if you need offers in Digital Media.

Can I join both Adsterra and MGID?

Yes — nothing stops you applying to both. Many affiliates keep accounts at several ad networks and route each offer to whichever converts better.

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