Buildium vs AppFolio
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Property Management Software (2026). Last verified June 9, 2026.
The short answer
AppFolio ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #2) for Landlords and managers handling rentals. The best all-in-one platform for its comprehensive, modern feature set and powerful automation.
At a glance
| Buildium | AppFolio | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Property Management Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Property Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 9.2 |
| Best for | User-friendly, mixed portfolios | Growing & large portfolios |
| Pricing | $$ ($55 to $479+/mo) | $$$ ($280 to $1500+/mo) |
| HQ | Boston, USA | Santa Barbara, USA |
| Founded | 2004 | 2006 |
Buildium
Exceptionally user-friendly with a balanced feature set perfect for small-to-mid-sized managers.
www.buildium.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Property Management Software (2026)
AppFolio
The best all-in-one platform for its comprehensive, modern feature set and powerful automation.
www.appfolio.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Property Management Software (2026)
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