Who this is for: This guide is for landlords replacing checks, cash, or manual payment tracking with a system that creates a dependable ledger and a simple tenant experience.
How we chose
- Automatic reminders and recurring payments
- Clear ACH and card fees
- Useful payment ledger
- Reasonable deposit speed
Top picks at a glance
Our top picks
Best with integrated banking
Baselane
A finance-centered workspace that connects property banking, bookkeeping, rent collection, and tax-ready reporting.
Why it fits: Choose Baselane when the main goal is cleaner property finances rather than a full leasing system.
Watch closely: It is strongest on finances; landlords may still want a separate leasing workflow.
Read Baselane reviewBest for a simple leasing stack
Avail
A practical starting point for listings, screening, leases, rent collection, and maintenance without buying a large property-management suite.
Why it fits: Use Avail when the lease workflow matters more than advanced accounting or team controls.
Watch closely: Per-unit premium pricing becomes more noticeable as a portfolio grows.
Read Avail reviewBest for mobile-first operations
RentRedi
An operations-focused platform with payments, listings, screening, maintenance, and accounting tools designed to stay affordable as units are added.
Why it fits: RentRedi is a good shortlist choice when a small portfolio is growing and per-unit software costs are becoming noticeable.
Watch closely: The lowest paid price depends on billing term and plan selection.
Read RentRedi reviewHow to make the final choice
Follow the money
Check who pays ACH and card fees, how quickly funds arrive, and whether partial payments can be controlled.
Inspect the ledger
A clean export matters when a tenant disputes a balance or your accountant needs a full-year record.
Avoid payment-only tunnel vision
If leasing or bookkeeping is already messy, choose a payment tool that also improves that larger workflow.
What to compare before you buy
Price the complete workflow, not only the headline subscription. Payment processing, tenant screening, e-signatures, expedited deposits, bank connections, additional users, and support tiers can change the real cost. Use one real vacancy or occupied unit for a trial before moving the rest of the portfolio.
Frequently asked questions
Can landlords require online rent payments?
Rules vary by lease and jurisdiction. Keep a lawful alternative where required and confirm local requirements before changing payment terms.
Should tenants pay the processing fee?
That is a business and compliance decision, not just a software setting. Review the lease, local rules, and the tenant experience before passing through a fee.
Sources and verification
Research status: Rankings are based on official product and pricing documentation. Hands-on workflow scoring will be added only after a repeatable product test is completed.
- Baselane pricing, features, and transaction fees
- Avail pricing and plan features
- RentRedi pricing and included features