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AppFolio vs Real Geeks

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

Property management software.

IDX websites and CRM for agents and teams.

The verdict

Both AppFolio and Real Geeks are credible real estate tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

AppFolio - Property management software.

Choose Real Geeks if you'd rather have a lower starting price (from $299/mo). IDX websites and CRM for agents and teams.

AppFolio vs Real Geeks: side by side

DimensionAppFolioReal Geeks
Starting priceCustomFrom $299/moWinner
Free planNoNo
Pricing modelUsage-basedSubscription
Best forProperty ManagersAgents, Small Teams
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, iOS, Android
Rating4.4/54.4/5

AppFolio key facts

Vendor
AppFolio
Pricing
Usage-based - Custom
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Best for
Property Managers
Editor rating
4.4 / 5
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Santa Barbara, CA, USA

Real Geeks key facts

Vendor
Real Geeks
Pricing
Subscription - From $299/mo
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Best for
Agents, Small Teams
Editor rating
4.4 / 5
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Frisco, TX, USA

Frequently asked questions

Is AppFolio better than Real Geeks?

Neither is universally better - AppFolio edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is AppFolio or Real Geeks cheaper?

Real Geeks is the more affordable of the two to get started, at from $299/mo. AppFolio starts at custom; Real Geeks starts at from $299/mo.

Can AppFolio replace Real Geeks?

Yes for most teams - both are real estate tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.

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