Hemlane vs SimplifyEm
Hemlane scores 7.4/10 vs 6.8/10. 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 6.8/10. 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 
SimplifyEm Rank
#16 of 31
Rank
#24 of 31
Features
13/17
Features
16/17
Starting at
$30/mo
Starting at
$25/mo
User reviews
— (208)
User reviews
4.5/5 (150)
What they cost
| Hemlane | SimplifyEm | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting at | $30 /mo | $25 /mo |
| Free trial | Free tier available | 14 days |
| Number of plans | 3 | 3 |
What the pricing really means
At first glance, SimplifyEm looks cheaper at $25/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 SimplifyEm wins
- Transparent pricing with no feature gating across tiers
- Includes screening, rent collection, and maintenance at all levels
- Unlimited free training and 24/7 support
- Mobile app on iOS and Android
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 SimplifyEm falls short
- Dated UI compared to modern competitors
- No integrations, no QuickBooks sync, no API
- Smaller user community
- Some billing and navigation issues reported
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.
SimplifyEm
Target: 1-100 units
SimplifyEm is straightforward affordable property management for landlords who do not need bells and whistles. No-feature-gating is refreshing and pricing competitive. Lacks integrations and modern UI that growing businesses need. Best for hands-on landlords with small portfolios.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Hemlane | SimplifyEm |
|---|---|---|
| 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 SimplifyEm's 6.8/10 in our ranking. Hemlane is the better pick for 1-100 units. SimplifyEm is better if you need small diy landlords who want simple management with no feature restrictions at the lowest price.
Hemlane starts at $30/month. SimplifyEm starts at $25/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. SimplifyEm: Yes, 14-day free trial. Always test with your actual workflow before committing to an annual plan.
Hemlane covers 13 of 17 features we track. SimplifyEm covers 16 of 17. SimplifyEm 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. SimplifyEm does have one.
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 SimplifyEm if...
Small DIY landlords who want simple management with no feature restrictions at the lowest price