DoorLoop vs Rentec Direct: Which One Fits Your Portfolio?
Description
Both are paid platforms built for real portfolios, not hobbyist landlords, but they’re built for different points on the growth curve. DoorLoop leans into automation and support depth. Rentec Direct leans into straightforward fees and deep accounting.
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PRICING
DoorLoop: Starter $99/month, or $69/month billed annually, for up to 10 units; Pro $189/month, or $149/month billed annually; Premium $239/month, or $209/month billed annually. Pricing scales with unit count.
Rentec Direct: Starter $25/month for up to 10 properties; Pro and PM start at $50/month and scale with unit count. On Pro and PM, one incoming ACH per active property per month is free, then $0.50 each, and screening runs $10 to $18 per report. Figures are from Rentec Direct’s own pricing page, checked October 1, 2026.
WHO EACH ONE IS BUILT FOR
DoorLoop targets landlords and property managers with 10+ units who want an all-in-one platform with strong support, owner portals, custom branding, and an open API for connecting outside tools.
Rentec Direct targets a property manager or landlord who wants straightforward fees and deep accounting, with trust accounting on PM, from a handful of properties up to thousands, over the deepest automation layer.
FEATURE DIFFERENCES WORTH KNOWING
Both include tenant screening, online rent collection, and a tenant portal. DoorLoop’s “Operational Intelligence” layer automates lease renewals and rent reminders on top of the basics. Rentec Direct includes a free professional website builder for marketing listings and QuickBooks integration.
THE ACTUAL DECISION
If you want straightforward fees and deep accounting, with a $25 Starter plan for up to 10 properties and Pro and PM plans that scale with unit count, Rentec Direct is built for that. If you’re in the 10-20 unit range and want deeper automation, branding, and API access, and are willing to pay more for it, DoorLoop’s Pro/Premium tiers fit better. Under about 10 units, look at a free-tier option first, or at Rentec Direct’s $25 Starter plan.
Read the full reviews: DoorLoop Review and Rentec Direct Review.