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Hemlane vs TurboTenant
In short.
Both Hemlane and TurboTenant target DIY & small landlords, so it comes down to price and fit.
Hemlane starts free,
TurboTenant free.
Software plus on-demand local agent support for remote landlords.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Free software for DIY and small landlords; monetizes via tenant fees.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Feature comparison
Hemlane |
TurboTenant |
|
|---|---|---|
| Online rent collection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tenant screening | ✓ | ✓ |
| Listing syndication | ✓ | ✓ |
| Online applications | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lease management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Maintenance requests | ✓ | ✓ |
| Accounting | ✕ | ✕ |
| Expense tracking | Partial | Partial |
| Owner portal | ✕ | ✕ |
| Tenant portal | ✓ | ✓ |
| Document storage | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reporting | ✓ | Partial |
| Bank integration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Renters insurance | ✕ | ✓ |
| AI features | ✕ | ✕ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | ✓ |
Pricing
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.
TurboTenant
| Freeno fees or contracts, ever | Free |
|---|---|
| Essentialsbilled annually | $12.42/mo |
| Probilled annually | $16.58/mo |
Starting prices — vendors may add per-unit or transaction fees.
Pros & cons
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
TurboTenant
Pros
- Genuinely free for landlords; large user base
- Easy listing syndication and tenant screening
- Best fit for 1–10 units
Cons
- Limited accounting depth; no owner portal
- Not built for PM companies
FAQ
What is the difference between Hemlane and TurboTenant?
Both target DIY & small landlords. Hemlane is software plus on-demand local agent support for remote landlords, while TurboTenant is free software for DIY and small landlords; monetizes via tenant fees.
Is Hemlane or TurboTenant cheaper?
TurboTenant is the cheaper option — it offers a free plan.
Which is better for DIY & small landlords?
For DIY & small landlords, TurboTenant rates slightly higher (4.6★ on Capterra).