Adsterra vs PropellerAds
PropellerAds is the stronger pick on our data — it scores 8.8 vs 8.6 overall and leads 4 of 6 scored dimensions. Choose Adsterra if you need a stronger creator fit score (6.2 vs 6.0) or a stronger support score (8.5 vs 8.4).
Pick Adsterra if…
You value creator fit (scores 6.2 vs 6.0)
Also: you value support (scores 8.5 vs 8.4); you run Advertising, Marketing offers.
Pick PropellerAds if…
You value traffic quality (scores 8.5 vs 8.3)
Also: you value targeting (scores 8.6 vs 8.4); you value media buyer fit (scores 9.0 vs 8.8).
By AFFDigest editors · Updated Jul 17, 2026
The difference that matters
Verticals. Adsterra lists Advertising, Marketing, while PropellerAds lists E-Commerce, iGaming, Mobile Apps, Utilities.
Where each one wins
Adsterra
Wins on
Creator fit score (6.2 vs 6.0)
Support score (8.5 vs 8.4)
Verticals PropellerAds doesn't list: Advertising, Marketing
PropellerAds
Wins on
Overall score (8.8 vs 8.6)
Traffic quality score (8.5 vs 8.3)
Targeting score (8.6 vs 8.4)
Media buyer fit score (9.0 vs 8.8)
Pricing score (8.7 vs 8.6)
Pros & cons
Adsterra Pros
high-quality traffic
user-friendly platform
excellent customer support
Cons
Minimum deposit not published
PropellerAds Pros
High-quality traffic
Strong optimization capabilities
24/7 support
Cons
Minimum deposit not published
Payment methods not listed
Side-by-side facts
| Adsterra | PropellerAds | |
|---|---|---|
| Payment methods | Credit Card, Paxum, Wire | — not listed |
| Verticals | Advertising, Marketing | E-Commerce, iGaming, Mobile Apps, Utilities |
| Top GEOs | Global | Eastern Europe, LATAM, MENA, SEA |
| Established | 2013 | — not listed |
Score comparison
| Dimension | Adsterra | PropellerAds | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8.6 | 8.8 | PropellerAds |
| Traffic quality | 8.3 | 8.5 | PropellerAds |
| Targeting | 8.4 | 8.6 | PropellerAds |
| Pricing | 8.6 | 8.7 | PropellerAds |
| Support | 8.5 | 8.4 | Adsterra |
| Media buyer fit | 8.8 | 9.0 | PropellerAds |
| Creator fit | 6.2 | 6.0 | Adsterra |
PropellerAds leads 4 of the 6 dimensions both sides have scores for.
Data trust
Adsterra
100%conf.
- Sourced fields
- 9
- Official sources
- 1
- Last checked
- Jul 14, 2026
PropellerAds
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- Sourced fields
- 10
- Official sources
- 1
- Last checked
- Jul 17, 2026
Adsterra vs PropellerAds — FAQ
Is Adsterra better than PropellerAds?
On overall score, no — PropellerAds leads 8.8 to 8.6. PropellerAds also wins 4 of 6 dimensions both sides have scores for. Adsterra can still be the better fit if you need a stronger creator fit score (6.2 vs 6.0).
Can I join both Adsterra and PropellerAds?
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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