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RentSafe vs RentSpree
Both stand on tenant screening software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
RentSafe combines application collection, screening reports, and applicant status tracking in a web portal. Its free Property Manager plan and per-applicant renter charge are distinct parts of the service.
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Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1
RentSpree brings screening and rental-management tools into one service, with optional income checks and paid PRO plans. Review report contents, billing terms, and screening timing before choosing it.
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| RentSafe | RentSpree | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Landlord PRO: $6.99 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 7 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | rentsafe.lease | rentspree.com |
| On tenant screening software | #6 of 27 | #2 of 27 |
RentSafe: what it does well
- Free Property Manager plan includes unlimited applications
- No credentialing required to start screening
- Soft inquiry does not affect applicant credit score
- Renters can upload documents and invite roommates
What to know first
- Renter application costs $45 per adult applicant
- Approval decisions remain with landlords or managers
RentSpree: what it does well
- Screening includes credit, criminal, and eviction information
- Free listing syndication to more than 12 rental sites
- Integrates with more than 300 MLS and real estate platforms
- Applications work on phones and laptops
- 30-day trial included with both PRO plans
What to know first
- Some criminal checks take one to two business days
- Optional income verification is not in standard reports
- PRO plans require a payment card
- PRO subscriptions renew unless canceled
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