Hemlane vs Rentvine
Rentvine scores 7.8/10 vs 7.4/10. Best for: Professional property management companies looking for a modern alternative to AppFolio or Buildium with simple per-unit pricing.
Rentvine scores higher overall at 7.8/10 vs 7.4/10. Rentvine is a strong pick for professional property managers frustrated with AppFolio's nickel-and-diming or Buildium's aging interface. The flat $2.50/unit pricing with all features included is refreshingly honest. You need at least 80 units to justify the $199 minimum, so solo landlords should look elsewhere. The review count is still low, but early adopters are very positive.
Hemlane 
Rentvine Rank
#16 of 31
Rank
#9 of 31
Features
13/17
Features
16/17
Starting at
$30/mo
Starting at
$199/mo
User reviews
— (208)
User reviews
4.5/5 (30)
What they cost
| Hemlane | Rentvine | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $30 /mo | $199 /mo |
| Free trial | Free tier available | No |
| Number of plans | 3 | 1 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, Hemlane looks cheaper at $30/month vs $199/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 Rentvine wins
- One plan with every feature included, no tiered upsells or hidden add-ons
- $2.50/unit/month is cheaper than AppFolio ($1.40 minimum but with constant add-on fees) at scale
- Official NARPM affiliate partner, built specifically for professional managers
- Full trust accounting with automated owner disbursements
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 Rentvine falls short
- $199/month minimum means this makes no sense under ~80 units
- Small review base (roughly 30 total across G2 and Capterra)
- Not designed for DIY landlords or self-managing owners
- Newer platform, so long-term track record is still being established
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.
Rentvine
Target: 50-500 units
Rentvine is a strong pick for professional property managers frustrated with AppFolio's nickel-and-diming or Buildium's aging interface. The flat $2.50/unit pricing with all features included is refreshingly honest. You need at least 80 units to justify the $199 minimum, so solo landlords should look elsewhere. The review count is still low, but early adopters are very positive.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Hemlane | Rentvine |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Rentvine scores 7.8/10 vs Hemlane's 7.4/10 in our ranking. Rentvine is the better pick for 50-500 units. Hemlane is better if you need remote or out-of-state landlords who want software plus local agent support for hands-off management.
Hemlane starts at $30/month. Rentvine starts at $199/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. Rentvine: No free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
Hemlane covers 13 of 17 features we track. Rentvine covers 16 of 17. Rentvine 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. Rentvine 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 Rentvine if...
Professional property management companies looking for a modern alternative to AppFolio or Buildium with simple per-unit pricing