It seems the whole issue boils down to trusting the sponsor you are working with. Having a certain software does not magically make anyone more money. Affiliate support and great content is key.
But I've dealt with both CCBill only and Nats programs and MPA3 etc. I know the feelings of some of the older programs trying new technologies and softwares. I dealt with the same thing when alot of the old distributors were hesitant to make the jump to DVD. The word "fad" came up alot. Heck, most of those old pro adult companies considered the internet as a fad as well. They're singing a different tune now. Many of the established CCbill companies have been burned by the ibill of the world, etc. And we all know the old expression, "If it ain't broke, why fix it?"
Having a Nats style affiliate software can enable you to make your partners and yourself more money if it is utilized correctly. There is no question about it. I have no idea why CCBill hasn't made their affiliate software better. It's been something that's been asked of CCbill for years. I know there are aspects of the obtaining of the promotional content that can be a pain to get to in Nats if you're not used to it. But one of the great things in Nats is tracking every campaign you create. So if you place a banner, or gallery or ad, you (the affiliate) can see how it's doing.
With my new program I had the option to start with the CCbill based program, and I did consider it. By using only CCbill only business model, a sponsor does not have to think about sending out affiliate checks, setting up additional processors, etc. But a few things lead me away from that business model. Cascading billing to help my partners get those additonal sales. The ability to direct certain countries to certain billers. It is more work to have Nats or similar program, but the tools are worth it. There are some features that might be bells and whistles, but those are only if you don't use them. Again though, it falls back on the integrity of the program it's self. If you as an affiliate and parter are worried about not getting paid and do not want to promote the program, it's all for nothing.
And for the minimum payments and such, a program can set their minimum to whatever they want. I have the IslandDollars minimum set at $25, which is a little less than 2 sales.
I already know of a few estabished older, larger CCBill based programs that will be taking the plunge to different affiliate software. You know why? Because they have no idea where their traffic comes from, or how to improve their programs. That is the truth. They will also keep their old program operating for any affiliates that do not want to switch over.
If anyone wants to talk more, I try to always be around on IcQ.
