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AppFolio vs Hemlane
In short.
Pick AppFolio if you run property management companies;
pick Hemlane if you run DIY & small landlords.
AppFolio starts with custom pricing,
Hemlane free.
AI-forward platform for mid-to-large residential portfolios.
- Best forProperty management companies
- Starts atCustom
- Free optionNo
- Mobile appYes
Software plus on-demand local agent support for remote landlords.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Feature comparison
AppFolio |
Hemlane |
|
|---|---|---|
| Online rent collection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tenant screening | ✓ | ✓ |
| Listing syndication | ✓ | ✓ |
| Online applications | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lease management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Maintenance requests | ✓ | ✓ |
| Accounting | ✓ | ✕ |
| Expense tracking | ✓ | Partial |
| Owner portal | ✓ | ✕ |
| Tenant portal | ✓ | ✓ |
| Document storage | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reporting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bank integration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Renters insurance | ✓ | ✕ |
| AI features | ✓ | ✕ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
Pricing
AppFolio
| CoreQuote-based · 50-unit minimum | $None |
|---|---|
| PlusQuote-based | $None |
| MaxQuote-based | $None |
Starting prices — vendors may add per-unit or transaction fees.
Hemlane
| Starterfree forever | Free |
|---|---|
| Basic$28 base + $2/unit | $30/mo |
| Essential$28 base + $20/unit | $48/mo |
| Complete$28 base + $58/unit | $86/mo |
Starting prices — vendors may add per-unit or transaction fees.
Pros & cons
AppFolio
Pros
- True all-in-one (leasing, accounting, maintenance, inspections)
- Leading AI features (Realm-X); strong at scale
Cons
- 50-unit minimum locks out small landlords
- Slow support, limited customization, high cost at small scale
Hemlane
Pros
- 24/7 maintenance coordination and a local leasing-agent network
- Great for remote, out-of-state landlords
Cons
- Higher tiers get pricey per-unit
- Lighter accounting; pricing is confusing
FAQ
What is the difference between AppFolio and Hemlane?
AppFolio is best for property management companies, while Hemlane is best for DIY & small landlords.
Is AppFolio or Hemlane cheaper?
Hemlane is the cheaper option — it offers a free plan.
Which is better for property management companies?
For property management companies, AppFolio rates slightly higher (4.5★ on Capterra (1,938)).