Affiliate marketing is one of the simplest ways to monetize a smart‑home blog. By partnering with trusted retailers, you can earn commissions whenever readers buy products through your referral links. In this guide we compare leading smart‑home affiliate programs — from Amazon and Best Buy to Walmart, Home Depot and Google Store — so you can decide which networks offer the best terms.
Amazon Associates
Amazon runs one of the largest and most accessible affiliate networks, with millions of eligible products and built‑in promotional tools. Commissions range from around 1 % to 10 % depending on the product category, and Amazon’s trusted brand helps drive conversions【270153352411161†L31-L50】. The downside is that some categories pay very low rates, so your earnings depend on the types of smart‑home products you promote【270153352411161†L60-L63】.
Best Buy Affiliate Program
Best Buy offers commissions roughly between 1 % and 8 % and a 7‑day cookie window, which means you earn on purchases made up to a week after a user clicks your link【270153352411161†L66-L100】. The program includes a wide range of smart‑home devices, electronics and appliances, but product exclusions and stricter guidelines mean you must pay attention to the terms when creating content.
Walmart Affiliate Program
Walmart’s affiliate network gives affiliates access to an enormous product catalog and marketing tools. Commission rates range from about 1 % to 4 % and the cookie length is just three days【270153352411161†L102-L136】. Although the rates are lower than some competitors, Walmart’s popularity and affordable prices can drive high volumes.
Home Depot Affiliate Program
Home Depot is ideal for DIY and home‑improvement niches. Its commissions generally vary between 2 % and 8 % and the cookie duration is one day. The program offers a huge selection of tools and smart‑home products but limits commissions on certain categories such as installation services and gift cards【270153352411161†L139-L170】.
Google Store Affiliate Program
The Google Store program focuses on Google Nest devices and other first‑party hardware. It reportedly pays about 3 % to 4 % per sale and offers a 30‑day cookie window, giving you more time to earn credit on a purchase. Because the catalog is smaller than Amazon’s, this program works best when paired with other networks【270153352411161†L174-L204】.
Choosing the Right Program
When selecting a smart‑home affiliate program, consider factors like commission rates, cookie length, product variety and brand trust. Amazon’s massive catalog is great for general content, while Best Buy and Walmart may suit shoppers looking for deals. Home Depot is perfect for DIY readers, and the Google Store offers niche products that appeal to loyal Google Nest fans. You can join multiple programs to maximize opportunities, then insert affiliate links into your product reviews and buying guides.
Stay tuned for guides on integrating affiliate links into your posts, using plugins to display product boxes and automating your marketing so your smart‑home blog generates passive income around the clock.
Join These Affiliate Programs
- Amazon Associates – https://affiliate-program.amazon.com
- Best Buy Affiliate Program – https://www.bestbuy.com/site/misc/affiliate-program/pcmcat307300050008.c?id=pcmcat307300050008
- Walmart Affiliate Program – https://affiliates.walmart.com
- Home Depot Affiliate Program – https://homedepot.sjv.io/affiliate