Rentra vs Hemlane

Hemlane offers hands-off management for a price. Rentra gives you control with automation that makes hands-on easy.

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Rentra

Rentra

Built for small landlords

$5/property

$25 minimum · All features included

No minimum units
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Hemlane

Hemlane

Hands-off landlords

$2/unit + services

Base software + optional managed services

Complex pricing tiers

Feature-by-feature breakdown

No spin. Just facts.

Feature
Rentra
Hemlane
Base software price
$25/mo min ($5/unit)
$2/unit + fees
Repair coordination service
Self-service automated
$35+/request
Full-service option
DIY with automation
10% of rent
Rent collection
Automatic late reminders
SMS + Email
SMS-powered maintenance
Via their team
Auto-dispatch to vendors
Your vendors
Their network
Control over vendor selection
Full control
Limited
Tenant portal
Move-in/move-out inspections
Photo comparison
Financial reporting
Local leasing agents
Add-on service
The Bottom Line

Hemlane is for landlords who want someone else to handle things. Rentra is for landlords who want to stay in control.

Hemlane's model is software + services. Need someone to coordinate a repair? They'll do it for $35. Want help with leasing? They have agents. It's convenient but costs add up. Rentra automates the coordination so you stay in control without the per-request fees.

Common questions

Is Hemlane cheaper than Rentra?

The base software is cheaper ($2 vs $5/unit), but Hemlane's value is in the services. A few repair coordinations and you've paid more than a year of Rentra. If you want true hands-off management, Hemlane might be worth it. If you just want automation, Rentra is more cost-effective.

What if I want hands-off management?

Hemlane or a traditional property manager might be better fits. Rentra is designed for landlords who want to stay involved but not waste time on manual tasks. We automate the busywork; you make the decisions.