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GatherAMS vs HOA HQ

Both stand on hoa violation management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

GatherAMS

Free trial APIWeb

GatherAMS brings member records, dues, event registration, and communications into one membership platform. Check the contact limits and missing QuickBooks sync or dedicated apps against your organization’s needs.

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HOA HQ

Free trial Web

HOA HQ combines financial tracking, maintenance workflows, communications, and AI drafting for HOA operations. Compare the community and unit limits across plans, and note that the listed starting price is $49 a month.

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The facts

GatherAMSHOA HQ
Free planA free trialA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAPI, WebWeb
Lowest paid planClub: $45 a monthStarter: $49 a month
Plans published43
MakerGatherAMSNot published
Websitegatherams.comhoahq.io
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GatherAMS: what it does well

  • Imports existing spreadsheets into a member portal.
  • Automates invoices, renewal reminders, and recurring payments.
  • Events include waitlists and QR check-in.
  • Data can be exported at any time.

What to know first

  • No free plan.
  • Two-way QuickBooks sync is unavailable.
  • Dedicated mobile apps are not available.
  • SMS is not planned.

HOA HQ: what it does well

  • Tracks dues and sends overdue-payment reminders.
  • Reserve tools include 10-year projections.
  • Maintenance requests can be routed and tracked.
  • AI can turn transcripts into minutes and action items.
  • Every plan includes a 30-day trial without a card.

What to know first

  • No free plan is available.
  • Starter is limited to one community and 50 units.
  • Starter includes email support; priority support starts with Growth.

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