Compare ActiveBuilding and AppFolio Property Manager

At a Glance
ActiveBuilding
ActiveBuilding
Star Rating
(11)3.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (63.6% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AppFolio Property Manager
AppFolio Property Manager
Star Rating
(962)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that AppFolio Property Manager excels in providing an all-in-one solution for property management, with features like leasing, accounting, maintenance, and inspections all integrated into one platform. Users appreciate the convenience of not having to switch between multiple systems.
  • Users say that the ease of setup for AppFolio Property Manager significantly enhances the onboarding experience, making it smooth and straightforward. This contrasts with ActiveBuilding, which, while offering community communication features, does not have the same level of praise for its implementation process.
  • Reviewers mention that AppFolio Property Manager is particularly user-friendly, with a high rating for usability. Users find it easy to navigate, especially when managing maintenance requests and communicating with vendors and residents, which is a crucial aspect of daily operations.
  • According to verified reviews, ActiveBuilding provides a solid platform for community engagement, allowing residents to receive updates and connect with each other. However, it lacks the comprehensive functionality that many users find essential in a property management tool, as highlighted by the limited number of reviews and lower overall satisfaction scores.
  • Users highlight that AppFolio Property Manager's robust support and quality of service contribute to a positive user experience, with many noting that the platform has been a reliable partner in their business operations. In contrast, ActiveBuilding's support features are less frequently mentioned, indicating potential gaps in user satisfaction.
  • Reviewers note that while both platforms cater to small businesses, AppFolio Property Manager has a much larger market presence and a higher volume of recent reviews, suggesting a more established and trusted solution in the property management space compared to ActiveBuilding.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
ActiveBuilding
No pricing available
AppFolio Property Manager
Core
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Free Trial
ActiveBuilding
No trial information available
AppFolio Property Manager
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.7
5
9.0
637
Ease of Use
7.7
5
9.1
830
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
8.5
582
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
9.0
257
Quality of Support
Not enough data
8.6
616
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
9.0
257
Product Direction (% positive)
7.7
5
9.5
632
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.6
284
Lease Administration Platform Features
Not enough data
9.0
252
Not enough data
9.0
249
Not enough data
8.7
226
Not enough data
9.0
252
Not enough data
8.2
212
Not enough data
8.3
190
Not enough data
8.3
181
Not enough data
8.1
189
Not enough data
8.8
263
Not enough data
9.2
262
Agentic AI - Lease Administration
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
7.3
5
8.5
577
Leasing
Not enough data
8.8
459
Not enough data
9.0
475
Not enough data
8.7
466
Not enough data
8.4
428
Not enough data
9.0
479
Building Operations
Not enough data
9.0
500
Not enough data
8.2
436
7.3
5
9.0
491
Not enough data
8.6
439
Not enough data
7.9
337
Accounting
Not enough data
9.0
489
Not enough data
9.2
503
Not enough data
8.7
450
Not enough data
8.5
400
Not enough data
9.1
490
Operations
Not enough data
9.3
372
Not enough data
9.0
318
Not enough data
8.9
334
Not enough data
8.7
338
Not enough data
8.1
289
Not enough data
8.7
343
Not enough data
8.9
347
Not enough data
8.6
313
Agentic AI - Property Management
Not enough data
7.5
14
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
7.3
14
Not enough data
7.8
15
Not enough data
8.0
11
Not enough data
7.3
10
Community Association ManagementHide 10 FeaturesShow 10 Features
Not enough data
8.6
96
Communication
Not enough data
9.1
89
Not enough data
8.0
70
Not enough data
9.1
81
Not enough data
7.7
61
Not enough data
7.5
65
Member Management
Not enough data
9.0
83
Not enough data
8.8
80
Property Management
Not enough data
9.2
79
Not enough data
9.0
88
Not enough data
8.8
80
Not enough data
8.0
105
Relationship Management
Not enough data
8.3
88
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Verified
Not enough data
7.0
68
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
62
|
Verified
Presentation
Not enough data
7.9
64
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
48
Not enough data
7.4
53
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.5
42
Platform Branding
Not enough data
8.9
69
Not enough data
8.4
61
Platform Content
Not enough data
7.5
51
Not enough data
8.8
64
Not enough data
8.2
54
Not enough data
8.2
46
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
68
Platform Integrations
Not enough data
7.8
47
Not enough data
7.4
47
Not enough data
8.0
48
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
ActiveBuilding
ActiveBuilding
AppFolio Property Manager
AppFolio Property Manager
ActiveBuilding and AppFolio Property Manager are categorized as Property Management
Unique Categories
ActiveBuilding
ActiveBuilding has no unique categories
AppFolio Property Manager
AppFolio Property Manager is categorized as Community Association Management, Real Estate Marketing, and Lease Administration
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
ActiveBuilding
ActiveBuilding
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
63.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
27.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
9.1%
AppFolio Property Manager
AppFolio Property Manager
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
86.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
12.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0.8%
Reviewers' Industry
ActiveBuilding
ActiveBuilding
Real Estate
36.4%
Utilities
9.1%
Retail
9.1%
Insurance
9.1%
Events Services
9.1%
Other
27.3%
AppFolio Property Manager
AppFolio Property Manager
Real Estate
70.4%
Accounting
10.4%
Commercial Real Estate
7.8%
Management Consulting
1.6%
Non-Profit Organization Management
1.2%
Other
8.6%
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Discussions
ActiveBuilding
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AppFolio Property Manager
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