Patriot Software
Rent Manager
| Feature | Patriot Software | Rent Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From $17/mo | From $1/mo |
| Free Plan | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Best For | us-small-businesses, startups, solopreneurs, small-employers | property-managers, landlords, real-estate-investors, multi-unit-owners |
| Founded | 2002 | 1982 |
| Accounting | ✓ | ✓ |
| Payroll | ✓ | ✗ |
| Invoicing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Bank Reconciliation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Financial Reports | ✓ | ✗ |
| Direct Deposit | ✓ | ✗ |
| Maintenance Tracking | ✗ | ✓ |
| Tenant Portal | ✗ | ✓ |
| Screening | ✗ | ✓ |
| Marketing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Reporting | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Patriot Software Pros
- Very affordable pricing
- US-based phone support
- Easy to use interface
- Combined accounting and payroll
✗ Patriot Software Cons
- US-only
- Limited integrations
- Basic reporting compared to competitors
✓ Rent Manager Pros
- Full double-entry accounting
- Customizable reports and dashboards
- Built-in tenant portal
- Scales from 10 to 10,000+ units
✗ Rent Manager Cons
- Dated interface compared to newer tools
- Steep learning curve
- Per-unit pricing adds up quickly
The Verdict
Patriot Software is built for us small businesses and startups, with a focus on accounting and payroll. Rent Manager targets property managers and landlords and leads with accounting and maintenance-tracking.
On pricing, Rent Manager is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $1/mo compared to $17/mo for Patriot Software. That $16/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Neither tool offers a free plan, so factor the subscription cost into your decision from the start.
Patriot Software edges out on user ratings (4.4 vs 4.1). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Bottom line: Patriot Software has a slight overall edge — but if full double-entry accounting matters most to you, Rent Manager may still be the right call.