OnlyCommon vs Crossbeam
TL;DR
Crossbeam is a broad partner-ecosystem platform, best known for always-on, CRM-connected mapping across a large network of members — and it can also support file or offline partner workflows depending on plan. OnlyCommon is optimized for simple, self-serve, one-off matches with transparent line pricing and no required account for the invited partner.
Crossbeam (which merged with Reveal) is the best-known partner-ecosystem platform. It's powerful when your program lives inside a connected network of partners and your team wants ongoing, always-on overlap across many companies. OnlyCommon is a lighter-weight alternative purpose-built for on-demand, spreadsheet-based matches: upload a list, invite any partner by secure link, and see the overlap in minutes — with no account needed for the invitee to get started.
Setup
Crossbeam
Typically CRM connection + onboarding
OnlyCommon
Upload a file — 2 minutes
Your partner
Crossbeam
Usually joins the platform to participate
OnlyCommon
Just opens a link and uploads once
Ecosystem
Crossbeam
Built as an always-on partner ecosystem
OnlyCommon
Works with any partner, even first-timers
Your data
Crossbeam
Often flows through the platform via CRM sync
OnlyCommon
Nothing synced; raw file deleted after matching
Coverage
Crossbeam
Ongoing, cross-ecosystem overlaps once connected
OnlyCommon
Instant, on demand, per match
Pricing
Crossbeam
Per-seat or platform fees, usually annual contracts
OnlyCommon
Pay per line, start free, self-serve
When Crossbeam is the right fit
- Large partner programs with many active partners.
- Teams that want always-on, cross-ecosystem overlaps.
- Organizations that want a full partner-ecosystem suite.
- Programs already standardized on Crossbeam.
When OnlyCommon is the better fit
- You want a simple, one-off match instead of an ongoing program.
- You prefer uploading a spreadsheet over any CRM setup.
- You want your partner to join by link with no account required first.
- You want transparent line-based pricing and self-serve onboarding.