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Affiliate Disclosure

Last updated: August 2026

AmbushIQ is reader-supported. When you click an affiliate link on this site and buy something, we may earn a small commission — at no additional cost to you. The price you pay will be exactly the same.

Where we stand today: as of August 2026 we participate in one affiliate program — the Amazon Associates Program. Applications to AvantLink and impact.com are in review. We will name each additional program here, and update the date above, as it is approved.

The short version: we only recommend gear we believe in, our rankings are never for sale, and the commissions we earn help us keep testing gear and publishing honest reviews.

How our recommendations are made

Every product we rank runs through the Gear IQ Method — a consistent 1–100 evaluation built on five pillars: real-world performance, hunter-community sentiment, durability and longevity, value for money, and standout features. A brand cannot pay to be included, to rank higher, or to receive a better review. Commissions have zero influence on our scores or our ordering. If a cheaper product wins, it wins.

Programs we participate in

AmbushIQ is a participant in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Applications to independent networks — AvantLink and impact.com — are in review, and we will name each one here as it is approved. The retailer or brand, not you, pays the commission on anything you buy through our links.

As required by Amazon: As an Amazon Associate, AmbushIQ earns from qualifying purchases.

Why we disclose this

We want to be upfront and comply with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and affiliate relationships. You'll also see a short disclosure at the top and bottom of every review and recommendation page that carries affiliate links.

Questions

If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or how we evaluate gear, reach out at hello@ambushiq.com.