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AppFolio vs Yardi Breeze

In short. Both AppFolio and Yardi Breeze target property management companies, so it comes down to price and fit. AppFolio starts with custom pricing, Yardi Breeze at $100/mo.

AppFolio

★ 4.5 · Capterra (1,938) Custom

AI-forward platform for mid-to-large residential portfolios.

  • Best forProperty management companies
  • Starts atCustom
  • Free optionNo
  • Mobile appYes
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Yardi Breeze

★ 4.2 · Capterra (326) from $100/mo

Easy cloud PM from Yardi for SMB managers across property types.

  • Best forProperty management companies
  • Starts at$100/mo
  • Free optionNo
  • Mobile appYes
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Feature comparison

AppFolio Yardi Breeze
Online rent collection✓ ✓
Tenant screening✓ ✓
Listing syndication✓ ✓
Online applications✓ ✓
Lease management✓ ✓
Maintenance requests✓ ✓
Accounting✓ ✓
Expense tracking✓ ✓
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.

Yardi Breeze

Breezeresidential, based on annual agreement $100/mo min · $1/unit/mo
Breeze Premierterms & minimums apply; commercial = contact sales $400/mo min · $1/unit/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

Yardi Breeze

Pros

  • Yardi pedigree; handles commercial, affordable and HOA
  • Free implementation and training; scales up to Voyager

Cons

  • Less feature depth than AppFolio
  • Add-on per-transaction costs; reporting can feel limited

FAQ

What is the difference between AppFolio and Yardi Breeze?

Both target property management companies. AppFolio is aI-forward platform for mid-to-large residential portfolios, while Yardi Breeze is easy cloud PM from Yardi for SMB managers across property types.

Is AppFolio or Yardi Breeze cheaper?

Yardi Breeze is the cheaper option — it starts at $100/mo.

Which is better for property management companies?

For property management companies, AppFolio rates slightly higher (4.5★ on Capterra (1,938)).

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