Sub Billy Sharp rescued a point after the visitors went in front just after the break. It means Grant McCann's side have won just one of their last six league games at the Eco-Power Stadium.
After a bright start Rovers couldn't turn the screw, despite plenty of early pressure. The visitors' Kylian Kouassi lashed a shot just wide of goal in the first real opportunity for Salford. There was a bit of needle in the contest, with a flurry of first half bookings for either side only adding to the entertainment.
The hosts looked to take the initiative straight after the restart when Jordan Gibson's curled attempt came back off a post but within minutes it was Salford who were toasting the opener: Kylian Kouassi lashing home a powerful shot beyond Ted Sharman-Lowe.
Rovers fans would have expected a swift response but McCann's men took longer than they would have liked. After a triple substitution and change of shape, it was two of the alterations who combined to level the scores.
Joe Sbarra laid it on a plate for Sharp to tap in and restore parity. Sharp could and maybe should have doubled his tally soon after but it wasn't meant to be as spoils were shared.
Here's how we rated the Rovers players:
5. Brandon Fleming 6
Brought back in at the expense of Senior and performed well. Got forward plenty and linked well with Gibson. Also won more than his fair share of headers. Sacrificed for a change of shape. Photo: Andrew Roe/AHPIX LTD
6. Owen Bailey 6
Not as commanding a performance but plenty of grit. Booked first half. Impressed when he dropped into defence in a tactic switch-up. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
7. Patrick Kelly 7
Anticipated danger around him well and was generally positive with his contributions. Breezed past players at will in what was another classy showing. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD
8. Kyle Hurst 6
Not as involved as he'd have liked. Shorn of many chances to get the ball down and just run at the Salford backline. Booked. Photo: Howard Roe/AHPIX LTD