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MyRental alternatives

10 companies ranked alongside MyRental on Lister's rankings, compared on what each is best for, its starting price and its Lister Score.

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The closest alternatives to MyRental on Lister are RentSpree, the companies that share the most rankings with it. Each is compared below on its stated best fit, starting price and Lister Score.
MyRental alternatives, compared
#ALTERNATIVEBEST FORSCOREFROMRANKED
1RentSpreeSeamless tenant screening and application platformIndependent landlords and real estate agents96.0$39.99#1 in Background check software for small businessesOn 3 of MyRental's rankings
2TurboTenantFree property management software for landlordsDIY landlords wanting free property management basics92.7$0#2 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools
3JazzHRRecruiting software built for small businessSmall businesses92.039 USD per month#3 in Background check software for small businesses
4SmartMoveTenant screening by TransUnionLandlords seeking official TransUnion credit data90.3$25.00#3 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools
5AvailOnline landlord software for renting propertiesSmall-scale landlords managing multiple units88.0$0#4 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools
6BuildiumProperty management software built for growthProfessional property managers with large portfolios85.7$58.00#5 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools
7AppFolioCloud-based property management softwareLarge commercial and residential property management firms83.3$280.00#6 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools
8TenantCloudFree online property management softwareBudget-conscious landlords needing digital tools81.0$0#7 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools
9CozyManage rentals and screen tenants onlineLandlords advertising on the Apartments.com network78.7$24.99#8 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools
10E-RenterOnline tenant screening and background checksLandlords preferring a pay-as-you-go pricing model74.0$19.95#10 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools
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How to choose an alternative to MyRental

Start from what you need it for. Where each fits best, as Lister records it:

  • RentSpree: Independent landlords and real estate agents
  • TurboTenant: DIY landlords wanting free property management basics
  • JazzHR: Small businesses
  • SmartMove: Landlords seeking official TransUnion credit data
  • Avail: Small-scale landlords managing multiple units
  • Buildium: Professional property managers with large portfolios
  • AppFolio: Large commercial and residential property management firms
  • TenantCloud: Budget-conscious landlords needing digital tools
  • Cozy: Landlords advertising on the Apartments.com network
  • E-Renter: Landlords preferring a pay-as-you-go pricing model

Closest to MyRental by the rankings they share: RentSpree (3 rankings).

Free to start, by their stated pricing: TurboTenant, Avail and TenantCloud.

Stated starting prices: RentSpree ($39.99), JazzHR (39 USD per month), SmartMove ($25.00), Buildium ($58.00), AppFolio ($280.00), Cozy ($24.99) and E-Renter ($19.95).

Each Lister Score is the alternative's score on the ranking named in its row, so compare scores within one ranking rather than across rankings. How the score is made.

Each alternative in brief

01

RentSpree

Seamless tenant screening and application platform

#1 in Background check software for small businesses: RentSpree is property management and tenant screening software.

From $39.99Best for: Independent landlords and real estate agentsFull profile
PROS
  • Easy to use for both landlords and applicants
  • Comprehensive report package including income verification
CONS
  • Applicants usually have to pay the screening fee
96.0
02

TurboTenant

Free property management software for landlords

#2 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools: An all-in-one property management software offering free rental marketing, online rent payments, and integrated tenant screening.

$0Best for: DIY landlords wanting free property management basicsFull profile
PROS
  • Free core property management features
  • Mobile-friendly interface for applicants
CONS
  • Some advanced features require a paid subscription plan
92.7
03

JazzHR

Recruiting software built for small business

#3 in Background check software for small businesses: JazzHR is an applicant tracking system designed for small businesses. It streamlines recruiting workflows without enterprise complexity.

From 39 USD per monthBest for: Small businessesFull profile
PROS
  • Affordable entry-level pricing
  • Easy job board distribution
CONS
  • User interface looks dated compared to competitors
  • Advanced automation is limited on lower plans
92.0
04

SmartMove

Tenant screening by TransUnion

#3 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools: A TransUnion company providing independent landlords with secure, online tenant credit and background checks without impacting the applicant's credit score.

From $25.00Best for: Landlords seeking official TransUnion credit dataFull profile
PROS
  • Powered by TransUnion data
  • Tenant shares data directly, protecting personal information
CONS
  • No free tier or trial available
90.3
05

Avail

Online landlord software for renting properties

#4 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools: A complete property management toolkit that includes listing syndication, tenant screening, lease agreements, and maintenance tracking.

$0Best for: Small-scale landlords managing multiple unitsFull profile
PROS
  • State-specific lease templates included
  • Good support for multi-unit portfolio tracking
CONS
  • Unlimited tier pricing can add up for very small portfolios
88.0
06

Buildium

Property management software built for growth

#5 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools: Robust property management software tailored for professional property managers and large residential portfolios.

From $58.00Best for: Professional property managers with large portfoliosFull profile
PROS
  • Highly scalable for large portfolios
  • Advanced accounting and reporting tools
CONS
  • Steep learning curve for beginner landlords
  • Higher starting price point
85.7
07

AppFolio

Cloud-based property management software

#6 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools: A cloud-based property management solution designed for real estate professionals managing residential, commercial, and student housing.

From $280.00Best for: Large commercial and residential property management firmsFull profile
PROS
  • Industry-leading automation and AI tools
  • Comprehensive mobile app functionality
CONS
  • High monthly minimum fees make it unsuitable for small landlords
  • Strict onboarding requirements
83.3
08

TenantCloud

Free online property management software

#7 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools: Cloud-based property management software offering online rent collection, maintenance requests, and integrated screening reports.

$0Best for: Budget-conscious landlords needing digital toolsFull profile
PROS
  • Generous free tier for basic needs
  • Built-in accounting and bookkeeping features
CONS
  • Customer support response times can be slow on free plans
81.0
09

Cozy

Manage rentals and screen tenants online

#8 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools: A tenant screening and rent collection tool that has been integrated into the broader Apartments.com landlord network.

From $24.99Best for: Landlords advertising on the Apartments.com networkFull profile
PROS
  • Integrated syndication to multiple major listing sites
  • Straightforward pricing for background checks
CONS
  • Standalone Cozy platform no longer exists independently
78.7
10

E-Renter

Online tenant screening and background checks

#10 in Top 10 Tenant Screening Tools: An online screening service offering credit reports, criminal records, and eviction searches with pay-per-report pricing.

From $19.95Best for: Landlords preferring a pay-as-you-go pricing modelFull profile
PROS
  • No monthly subscription or setup fees required
  • Flexible bundle options for different budgets
CONS
  • Website interface feels dated compared to modern competitors
74.0