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Baselane vs Stessa
In short.
Both Baselane and Stessa target DIY & small landlords, so it comes down to price and fit.
Baselane starts free,
Stessa free.
Landlord banking and finance platform with rent collection.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Free asset-management and accounting platform for rental investors.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Feature comparison
Baselane |
Stessa |
|
|---|---|---|
| Online rent collection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tenant screening | ✓ | Partial |
| 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 | Partial |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
Pricing
Baselane
| Corebanking & bookkeeping essentials | Free |
|---|---|
| SmartAI-automated finances | $20/mo |
Starting prices — vendors may add per-unit or transaction fees.
Stessa
| Essentialsunlimited properties, free forever | Free |
|---|---|
| Managepaid annually | $12/mo |
| Propaid annually | $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
Stessa
Pros
- Best-in-class free financial tracking and dashboards for investors
- Automated bookkeeping and tax-ready reports
- Affiliate with a 2-year earning window
Cons
- Not a full PM tool (limited leasing/maintenance/tenant portal)
- Rent collection less robust than dedicated PM apps
FAQ
What is the difference between Baselane and Stessa?
Both target DIY & small landlords. Baselane is landlord banking and finance platform with rent collection, while Stessa is free asset-management and accounting platform for rental investors.
Is Baselane or Stessa cheaper?
Stessa is the cheaper option — it offers a free plan.
Which is better for DIY & small landlords?
For DIY & small landlords, Baselane rates slightly higher (4.5★ on Capterra).