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TurboTenant vs Zillow Rental Manager
In short.
Both TurboTenant and Zillow Rental Manager target DIY & small landlords, so it comes down to price and fit.
TurboTenant starts free,
Zillow Rental Manager free.
Free software for DIY and small landlords; monetizes via tenant fees.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appYes
Free listings and light rental tools backed by Zillow's traffic.
- Best forDIY & small landlords
- Starts atFree
- Free optionFree plan
- Mobile appLimited
Feature comparison
TurboTenant |
Zillow Rental Manager |
|
|---|---|---|
| Online rent collection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tenant screening | ✓ | ✓ |
| Listing syndication | ✓ | ✓ |
| Online applications | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lease management | ✓ | Partial |
| Maintenance requests | ✓ | ✕ |
| Accounting | ✕ | ✕ |
| Expense tracking | Partial | ✕ |
| Owner portal | ✕ | ✕ |
| Tenant portal | ✓ | ✕ |
| Document storage | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reporting | Partial | ✕ |
| Bank integration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Renters insurance | ✓ | ✕ |
| AI features | ✕ | ✕ |
| Mobile app | ✓ | Partial |
Pricing
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.
Zillow Rental Manager
| Freefree listings + basic tools | Free |
|---|---|
| Premium listing90-day boost · varies by market | $39.99unverified |
Starting prices — vendors may add per-unit or transaction fees.
Pros & cons
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
Zillow Rental Manager
Pros
- Massive listing reach and traffic
- Free and simple for 1–few units
Cons
- Shallow — no accounting, owner portal or maintenance
- Listing fees introduced in some markets; not a true PM system
FAQ
What is the difference between TurboTenant and Zillow Rental Manager?
Both target DIY & small landlords. TurboTenant is free software for DIY and small landlords; monetizes via tenant fees, while Zillow Rental Manager is free listings and light rental tools backed by Zillow's traffic.
Is TurboTenant or Zillow Rental Manager cheaper?
Zillow Rental Manager 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).