Landlord Studio vs Yardi Breeze
In short.
Pick Landlord Studio if you run DIY & small landlords;
pick Yardi Breeze if you run property management companies.
Landlord Studio starts free,
Yardi Breeze at $100/mo.
Accounting-focused, mobile-first software for DIY landlords.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Easy cloud PM from Yardi for SMB managers across property types.
- Best forProperty management companies
- Starts at$100/mo
- Free optionNo
- Mobile appYes
Feature comparison
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| 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
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.
Yardi Breeze
| Breezeresidential, based on annual agreement | $100/mo min · $1/unit/mo |
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| 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
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
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 Landlord Studio and Yardi Breeze?
Landlord Studio is best for DIY & small landlords, while Yardi Breeze is best for property management companies.
Is Landlord Studio or Yardi Breeze cheaper?
Yardi Breeze is the cheaper option — it starts at $100/mo.
Which is better for DIY & small landlords?
For DIY & small landlords, Landlord Studio rates slightly higher (4.6★ on Capterra).