Buildium vs DoorLoop: Which One Fits Your Portfolio?

Both are all-in-one platforms with real accounting depth, but they split on who they are built for. Buildium leans toward professional PM companies and community associations. DoorLoop leans toward landlords and managers who want strong support, and it has HOA features of its own.

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PRICING

Buildium: Essential from $65/month, Growth from $202/month, Premium from $420/month, priced by unit count (checked October 28, 2026).

DoorLoop: DoorLoop One $2.50 per unit per month ($1.50 per unit above 100 units) with a $199 monthly minimum; Connect $4 per unit with a $299 minimum; Multiply $5 per unit with a $399 minimum. Annual billing costs less and the annual rates are not published.

Figures are from each vendor’s own pricing page, checked October 26, 2026 (Buildium plan prices October 28, 2026), except Buildium’s 1099 e-filing fee and trial length, last checked October 1.

WHAT BUILDIUM CHARGES BEYOND THE PLAN

Incoming EFT payments are $2.35 on Essential, $1.35 on Growth, and free for the first 12 months then $0.60 on Premium. Outgoing EFT is $0.99 and credit cards are 2.99%. Bank account setup is $99 each on Essential, with 10 free business bank accounts on Growth and 100 on Premium. Tenant screening is $17, or $20 for enhanced, and 1099 e-filing is $50 per batch plus $4.50 per form. Onboarding is required on Growth and Premium.

WHAT DOORLOOP CHARGES BEYOND THE PLAN

DoorLoop’s current pricing page does not list eSignature, ACH, or card fees, so confirm those with DoorLoop. It does state that training, support, and migration are unlimited.

WHAT IT COSTS IN PRACTICE

A 10-unit landlord pays $65 a month on Buildium Essential or $199 a month on DoorLoop One because of its minimum. On Buildium Essential, ten tenants paying by EFT each month adds 10 x $2.35 = $23.50 in incoming EFT fees. At 20 units DoorLoop One is still $199 while Buildium Essential is still $65, but Buildium’s phone support, enhanced screening, and lower eSignature fees start at Growth ($202).

WHO EACH ONE IS BUILT FOR

Buildium fits professional property managers and small-to-mid PM companies, including HOA and condo associations, who need real accounting depth and owner reporting built in.

DoorLoop fits landlords and property managers with roughly 80 or more units, where the per-unit rate clears its $199 minimum, who want an all-in-one platform and value strong customer support, and it also offers HOA features.

FEATURE DIFFERENCES WORTH KNOWING

Buildium’s accounting module is the deeper of the two on paper (bank reconciliation, 1099 e-filing, HOA and condo support), though some reviewers rate dedicated accounting tools higher for report customization, and phone support starts on the $202 Growth tier. DoorLoop includes API access on every plan (against Buildium’s $420 Premium tier) and owner portals with customizable branding, and its support consistently rates highest among users in independent review data.

THE ACTUAL DECISION

If you manage HOAs or associations, or need deeper built-in accounting, Buildium lists more association-specific features, including architectural requests with committee voting, though DoorLoop supports HOAs too. If you want strong support, an included API, and an all-in-one platform, and you manage roughly 80 or more units, DoorLoop is the more straightforward pick. Below that, Buildium’s $65 Essential tier costs far less than DoorLoop’s $199 minimum.

FAQ

Is DoorLoop better than Buildium for a small property team? Usually not on price. Buildium Essential starts at $65 a month, while DoorLoop One has a $199 monthly minimum that covers up to about 80 units. DoorLoop fits a smaller team that puts a high value on its support rating and an API included on every plan, and is willing to pay the minimum for it.

Is Buildium or DoorLoop cheaper? Buildium starts lower at $65 a month on Essential, against DoorLoop One’s $199 monthly minimum, which covers up to about 80 units. The full gap depends on unit count, fees, and the tier you need.

Do both support HOAs? Yes. Buildium lists more association-specific features, including resident and board portals and architectural requests with committee voting. DoorLoop covers HOA dues, violation tracking, resident communication, and records.

Which has an API? Both. Buildium includes its Open API on the $420 Premium plan, and DoorLoop includes API access on every plan, starting with DoorLoop One.

Does either offer a free trial? Buildium offers a 14-day free trial with no credit card. DoorLoop’s pricing page does not state a trial.

Which has better support? DoorLoop’s support consistently rates highest among users in independent review data. Buildium’s phone support starts on Growth and priority support comes with Premium.

Read the full reviews: Buildium Review and DoorLoop Review.

See also Buildium Pricing Changes and DoorLoop Alternatives, and our guide to the best options for small landlords.