AppFolio vs Yardi Breeze
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Property Management Software. Last verified June 9, 2026.
The short answer
AppFolio ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for Landlords and managers handling rentals. The best all-in-one platform for its comprehensive, modern feature set and powerful automation.
At a glance
| AppFolio | Yardi Breeze | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Property Management Software | #3 / The 11 Best Property Management Software |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.2 | 8.8 |
| Best for | Growing & large portfolios | Scalable, from simple to powerful |
| Pricing | $$$ ($280 to $1500+/mo) | $$ ($100 to $400+/mo) |
| HQ | Santa Barbara, USA | Santa Barbara, USA |
| Founded | 2006 | 2017 |
AppFolio
The best all-in-one platform for its comprehensive, modern feature set and powerful automation.
www.appfolio.comYardi Breeze
A simple, modern front-end powered by Yardi's enterprise-grade accounting and stability.
www.yardibreeze.comMethodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.