Buildium
Small to mid-size residential property managers (50-1,000 units) who want straightforward, all-in-one software that prioritizes ease of use
TurboTenant
Budget-conscious landlords with small-to-medium portfolios who want the most comprehensive free plan and strong listing syndication
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Buildium
Small to mid-size residential property managers (50-1,000 units) who want straightforward, all-in-one software that prioritizes ease of use
Buildium is one of the most accessible full-featured property management platforms, offering clean accounting and solid portals at a reasonable entry price. It is ideal for managers who need to get operational fast without heavy training, though the weak mobile app and growing costs at scale are real drawbacks.
Strengths
- Comprehensive feature set with tenant screening, maintenance tracking, online leasing, and 1099 e-filing built in
- Clean accounting with professional owner reports — fast onboarding without an accounting degree
- Strong tenant and owner portals with excellent self-service capabilities
- Ideal sweet spot for 50-1,000 unit residential portfolios
Limitations
- Mobile app is notably weak — many desktop features are missing or difficult to use on mobile
- Limited customization and third-party integrations can create data silos
- Per-unit pricing escalates quickly as your portfolio grows, with frequent price increases reported
When to Choose TurboTenant
Budget-conscious landlords with small-to-medium portfolios who want the most comprehensive free plan and strong listing syndication
TurboTenant offers one of the strongest free plans in property management software, covering listings, screening, rent collection, and maintenance at no cost. Its unlimited-property model and flat annual pricing are major differentiators. The main trade-offs are limited support and basic accounting.
Strengths
- Generous free tier covers the full vacancy-to-lease cycle with unlimited properties
- Listing syndication to 28+ partner sites including Apartments.com, Redfin, and Realtor.com
- Integrated tenant screening with costs passed to applicants, not landlords
- Flat annual pricing on paid tiers ($149-$199/year) rather than per-unit fees
Limitations
- Customer support on the free plan is email-only with slow response times
- Accounting features are still maturing compared to dedicated financial tools
- Limited third-party integrations beyond listing syndication
