Landlord Studio
Accounting-focused landlords who want automated bookkeeping, bank feed integration, and tax-ready reports
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Landlord Studio
Accounting-focused landlords who want automated bookkeeping, bank feed integration, and tax-ready reports
Landlord Studio is the clear winner for landlords whose primary need is financial tracking and tax preparation. Its bank feeds, receipt OCR, and Schedule E generation are more sophisticated than anything else in this price range. It is less of a full PM platform and more of an accounting tool with PM features.
Strengths
- Strongest accounting and tax preparation in the budget tier — automated bank feeds, AI bookkeeping, and one-click Schedule E reports
- Receipt OCR scanning with smart categorization rules eliminates manual expense entry
- Xero integration and export-ready P&L/cash-flow reports for professional accountants
- Free Go plan for up to 3 properties with 14-day Pro trial, no credit card required
Limitations
- Rent collection processing is slow (3-7 business days for deposits)
- Limited tenant communication and self-service portal compared to full PM platforms
- Bank feed integration via Plaid is not compatible with all banks
When to Choose Avail
First-time DIY landlords with fewer than 10 units who value simplicity and Realtor.com listing syndication
Avail is a solid, beginner-friendly platform with a generous free tier and strong listing reach via the Realtor.com ecosystem. However, the per-unit pricing model makes it progressively less economical as your portfolio grows, and the lack of a mobile app is a notable gap.
Strengths
- Backed by Realtor.com with automatic listing syndication to 20+ rental sites
- Strong free plan with state-specific lease templates, Autopay, and rent collection
- Clean, simple interface designed for first-time DIY landlords
- Tenant screening with TransUnion credit, background, and eviction reports
Limitations
- Per-unit pricing ($9/unit/month) gets expensive as portfolios grow — 10 units is $90/month
- No dedicated mobile app — web-only access frustrates landlords managing on the go
- Inconsistent customer support quality with limited response channels
