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Guesty vs Landlord Studio
In short.
Pick Guesty if you run Airbnb & short-term rentals;
pick Landlord Studio if you run DIY & small landlords.
Guesty starts at $9/listing/mo,
Landlord Studio free.
Short-term-rental PMS for hosts up to enterprise STR operators.
- Best forAirbnb & short-term rentals
- Starts at$9/listing/mo
- Free optionNo
- Mobile appYes
Accounting-focused, mobile-first software for DIY landlords.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Feature comparison
Guesty |
Landlord Studio |
|
|---|---|---|
| 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
Guesty
| Litefrom · 1–3 listings · +1%/reservation | $9/listing/mo |
|---|---|
| Proquote-based · 4–199 listings | $None |
| Enterprisecustom · 200+ listings | $None |
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
Guesty
Pros
- Deepest OTA integrations (Airbnb/Vrbo/Booking) and automation
- Scales from single host to enterprise
Cons
- Add-on costs and onboarding fees stack up
- Can get pricey
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 Guesty and Landlord Studio?
Guesty is best for Airbnb & short-term rentals, while Landlord Studio is best for DIY & small landlords.
Is Guesty or Landlord Studio cheaper?
Guesty is the cheaper option — it starts at $9/listing/mo.
Which is better for Airbnb & short-term rentals?
For Airbnb & short-term rentals, Landlord Studio rates slightly higher (4.6★ on Capterra).