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Baselane vs Landlord Studio
In short.
Both Baselane and Landlord Studio target DIY & small landlords, so it comes down to price and fit.
Baselane starts free,
Landlord Studio free.
Landlord banking and finance platform with rent collection.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Accounting-focused, mobile-first software for DIY landlords.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Feature comparison
Baselane |
Landlord Studio |
|
|---|---|---|
| Online rent collection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tenant screening | ✓ | ✓ |
| Listing syndication | ✕ | ✓ |
| Online applications | Partial | ✓ |
| Lease management | Partial | ✓ |
| Maintenance requests | ✕ | ✓ |
| Accounting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Expense tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Owner portal | ✕ | ✕ |
| Tenant portal | Partial | ✓ |
| Document storage | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reporting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bank integration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Renters insurance | ✕ | ✕ |
| AI features | Partial | ✕ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
Pricing
Baselane
| Corebanking & bookkeeping essentials | Free |
|---|---|
| SmartAI-automated finances | $20/mo |
Starting prices — vendors may add per-unit or transaction fees.
Landlord Studio
| Gofree, up to 3 units | Free |
|---|---|
| Proor $144/yr · 3 units + $1/unit beyond | $12/mo |
| Pro Plusor $336/yr | $28/mo |
Starting prices — vendors may add per-unit or transaction fees.
Pros & cons
Baselane
Pros
- Built-in landlord banking (high APY, cash-back debit)
- Excellent bookkeeping and auto-categorization
- Free core plan
Cons
- No listing syndication or maintenance depth
- Many features are per-use add-ons; banking-first, not full PM
Landlord Studio
Pros
- Strong income/expense tracking and tax (Schedule E) reports
- Receipt scanning and a great mobile app
- Free for the first 3 properties
Cons
- No owner portal; not for PM companies
- Lighter on syndication reach
FAQ
What is the difference between Baselane and Landlord Studio?
Both target DIY & small landlords. Baselane is landlord banking and finance platform with rent collection, while Landlord Studio is accounting-focused, mobile-first software for DIY landlords.
Is Baselane or Landlord Studio cheaper?
Landlord Studio is the cheaper option — it offers a free plan.
Which is better for DIY & small landlords?
For DIY & small landlords, Landlord Studio rates slightly higher (4.6★ on Capterra).