Hemlane vs RentPost
Hemlane scores 7.4/10 vs 6.5/10. Best for: Remote or out-of-state landlords who want software plus local agent support for hands-off management.
Hemlane scores higher overall at 7.4/10 vs 6.5/10. Hemlane stands out with its hybrid model that pairs cloud software with a network of local agents, making it ideal for remote landlords who want someone on the ground coordinating repairs and showings. E-signing is built in for leases, and owner portals give investors visibility. No native landlord mobile app though, so hands-on landlords may prefer a more full-featured platform.
Hemlane 
RentPost Rank
#16 of 31
Rank
#29 of 31
Features
13/17
Features
12/17
Starting at
$30/mo
Starting at
$30/mo
User reviews
— (208)
User reviews
— (17)
What they cost
| Hemlane | RentPost | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $30 /mo | $30 /mo |
| Free trial | Free tier available | 30 days |
| Number of plans | 3 | 1 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, RentPost looks cheaper at $30/month vs $30/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 Hemlane wins
- Unique hybrid model pairs software with local leasing agents for hands-off management
- Strong tenant screening powered by TransUnion reports
- Free tier available for landlords who only need basic features
- Repair coordination service handles maintenance calls and vendor dispatch
Where RentPost wins
- Trust accounting built in — critical for property managers handling owner funds
- Generous 30-day free trial lets you fully evaluate before committing
- Simple $29 + $1/unit pricing makes costs predictable and transparent
- Responsive customer support via phone, email, and live chat
Where Hemlane falls short
- No native mobile app for landlords — only a mobile-optimized web interface and a tenant-only app
- Per-unit pricing adds up quickly for larger portfolios
- Limited financial reporting compared to full accounting platforms
Where RentPost falls short
- No e-signing built in — lease execution requires external tools
- No native mobile app for on-the-go management
- Limited feature depth compared to larger platforms once you exceed 100 units
- Very small review count (17) makes it hard to assess long-term reliability
Who is each product built for?
Hemlane
Target: 1-100 units
Hemlane stands out with its hybrid model that pairs cloud software with a network of local agents, making it ideal for remote landlords who want someone on the ground coordinating repairs and showings. E-signing is built in for leases, and owner portals give investors visibility. No native landlord mobile app though, so hands-on landlords may prefer a more full-featured platform.
RentPost
Target: 1-100 units
RentPost is a solid, no-frills property management tool for small landlords and managers who specifically need trust accounting capabilities. The transparent per-unit pricing and generous 30-day trial are positives. However, the lack of e-signing, no mobile app, and limited scale make it best for small portfolios under 100 units where trust accounting compliance is a priority.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Hemlane | RentPost |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Hemlane scores 7.4/10 vs RentPost's 6.5/10 in our ranking. Hemlane is the better pick for 1-100 units. RentPost is better if you need small landlords and property managers who need trust accounting and straightforward property management.
Hemlane starts at $30/month. RentPost starts at $30/month. Watch for add-on costs — the base price often does not include all features. Pricing last verified 2026-03-01.
Hemlane: Yes, 14-day free trial. RentPost: Yes, 30-day free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
Hemlane covers 13 of 17 features we track. RentPost covers 12 of 17. Hemlane has broader feature coverage, but more features does not always mean better — pick the tool that covers what your business actually needs.
No, Hemlane does not have a mobile app. RentPost does not have one either.
Yes. The main effort is migrating your data (customer lists, job history, invoices). Plan for 1-2 weeks of overlap where you run both. Most property management tools can import CSV data. Ask both vendors about migration support before you sign.
The bottom line
Pick Hemlane if...
Remote or out-of-state landlords who want software plus local agent support for hands-off management
Pick RentPost if...
Small landlords and property managers who need trust accounting and straightforward property management