Yardi Breeze 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 #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
| Yardi Breeze | AppFolio | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Property Management Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Property Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 9.2 |
| Best for | Scalable, from simple to powerful | Growing & large portfolios |
| Pricing | $$ ($100 to $400+/mo) | $$$ ($280 to $1500+/mo) |
| HQ | Santa Barbara, USA | Santa Barbara, USA |
| Founded | 2017 | 2006 |
Yardi Breeze
A simple, modern front-end powered by Yardi's enterprise-grade accounting and stability.
www.yardibreeze.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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