DoorLoop vs Stessa
DoorLoop scores 8.0/10 vs 7.0/10. Best for: Small to mid-size landlords who want a modern interface with strong automation.
DoorLoop scores higher overall at 8.0/10 vs 7.0/10. DoorLoop has the highest user ratings in the category and delivers a modern experience. Ideal for landlords under 100 units who value usability and automation. The combined base plus per-unit pricing makes it expensive at scale.
DoorLoop 
Stessa Rank
#3 of 26
Rank
#16 of 26
Features
17/17
Features
11/17
Starting at
$59/mo
Starting at
$0/mo
User reviews
4.8/5 (925)
User reviews
4.5/5 (450)
What they cost
| DoorLoop | Stessa | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $59 /mo | Free /mo |
| Free trial | No | Free tier available |
| Number of plans | 3 | 3 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, Stessa looks cheaper at $0/month vs $59/month. But sticker price is only part of the story. Look at what is included on the base plan, how many users you get, and whether you need add-ons to get the features you actually need. The $99/month plan that requires $200 in add-ons is actually more expensive than the $250/month plan that includes everything.
Where DoorLoop wins
- Highest user ratings on both G2 and Capterra at 4.8/5
- Modern intuitive UI with AI-powered inspections and workflow automation
- Comprehensive features even on Starter including screening and SMS
- Zapier on Premium connects to 5000+ apps
Where Stessa wins
- Generous free tier with unlimited properties and automatic bank feeds
- IRS-compliant Schedule E reports simplify tax filing significantly
- Clean, intuitive dashboard designed specifically for real estate investors
- Cash management account earns competitive APY on idle funds
Where DoorLoop falls short
- $3/unit fee on top of base makes it expensive at scale
- eSignatures cost extra on Starter and Pro plans
- Onboarding fees apply unless waived by promotion
- Some users report hidden fees and occasional bugs
Where Stessa falls short
- Auto-imported transactions sometimes get dropped or miscategorized, requiring manual correction
- No tenant portal for self-service rent payments or maintenance requests
- Free plan limits you to one portfolio with basic reporting only
- Customer support responsiveness is inconsistent across plans
Who is each product built for?
DoorLoop
Target: 1-300 units
DoorLoop has the highest user ratings in the category and delivers a modern experience. Ideal for landlords under 100 units who value usability and automation. The combined base plus per-unit pricing makes it expensive at scale.
Stessa
Target: 1-50 units
Stessa is the best free option for real estate investors focused on financial tracking and tax preparation rather than day-to-day tenant management. Its automatic bank feeds and Schedule E reports are genuinely useful, but landlords needing tenant portals, robust maintenance workflows, or full property management capabilities will need to look elsewhere or supplement with other tools.
Feature comparison
| Feature | DoorLoop | Stessa |
|---|---|---|
| Tenant Management | ||
| Tenant screening | ||
| Online rent collection | ||
| Lease management | ||
| Tenant portal | ||
| E-signatures | ||
| Property Operations | ||
| Maintenance requests | ||
| Owner portal | ||
| Property inspections | ||
| Vendor management | ||
| Vacancy advertising | ||
| Finance & Reporting | ||
| Accounting/bookkeeping | ||
| Bank account management | ||
| Insurance tracking | ||
| Reporting/analytics | ||
| Platform | ||
| Document storage | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| API access | ||
Common questions
Stessa is designed for 1-50 units, making it a better fit for small shops. DoorLoop targets 1-300 units.
DoorLoop starts at $59/month. Stessa starts at $0/month. Pricing was last verified in 2026-03-01.
No, DoorLoop does not offer a free trial. You will need to contact sales or sign up for a paid plan.
Yes, you can switch between Property Management tools. The main effort is migrating your data and setting up new workflows. Plan for 1-2 weeks of overlap where you run both systems.
The bottom line
Pick DoorLoop if...
Small to mid-size landlords who want a modern interface with strong automation
Pick Stessa if...
Individual real estate investors who want free financial tracking with tax-ready reports