myRent Alternative NZ: Prices & Features | RentManager NZ

RentManager is New Zealand cloud tenancy software for self-managing landlords. It brings rent records, bonds, notices, inspections, maintenance and compliance records into one workflow. Starter: NZ$9/month for one dwelling; Standard: NZ$19/month for up to 5 dwellings; Standard+: NZ$29/month for up to 10 dwellings. Monthly prices include GST. Xero bank feeds are available on Standard and Standard+; bank transaction CSV import is a separate workflow. RentManager has no direct NZ Open Banking (CDR) feed or automatic portal syndication. Plan limits and features differ, so check the current plans.

myRent and RentManager monthly prices for 1, 2, 5 and 10 properties

Annual billing is paid once per year: NZ$90 for Starter, NZ$190 for Standard, and NZ$290 for Standard+, including GST. The table shows monthly rates to compare the same billing basis. myRent management is billed monthly; Hands-Free is an optional add-on. Check myRent's current pricing before choosing.

Start with the workflows you will use: rent tracking, inspections, bond records, notices, maintenance and Healthy Homes status. The products differ in bank feeds and listing distribution; myRent describes connected bank feeds and paid portal advertising, while RentManager supports reviewed bank CSV imports and a manual Listing Pack that does not publish listings.

Get a demo link to preview the sample agreement review and signing workflow using synthetic records. No account is required; depending on the access check, the demo may open directly or send an access link by email. Or start a 30-day free trial with no credit card. Then see the switching steps before making any change. There is no one-click myRent account migration: agreement details are extracted for your review, and rent history is imported separately from bank transaction CSV.

Tenant screening is separate from the subscription. RentManager offers a one-off $20 NZD Centrix tenant check; this is a standalone purchase, not an included plan feature.

Have a question about switching or importing records? Ask a person about the switching process. The contact form keeps the switching topic to help route your question. Accepted questions receive an automatic acknowledgement; reply times vary, and product support is not an urgent maintenance service.

myRent offers ongoing tenancy administration, rent-tracking options and separate tenant-finding services. If its current workflows meet your needs, there is no reason to switch for the sake of it. This comparison focuses on published offers and product workflows, not claims about customer satisfaction.

What do NZ landlords say in myRent reviews and complaints?

Public comments are mixed. In a late-2025 r/PersonalFinanceNZ discussion about myRent's friction and complaints, one former user said the support had been helpful and described using myRent for listings and applicant checks, but stopped when per-property pricing no longer suited renting rooms separately. Another commenter said they found no real downside. A different commenter wanted better Open Banking for expenses and utility integration, while also describing support noticing an incorrectly attached agreement and explaining how to correct it. These are individual accounts, not a representative review survey.

A May 2026 discussion from a first-time landlord asked whether myRent might be more than one rental needs and how much time self-management takes. That is a product-fit question, not a report of a myRent defect. We cannot promise a specific time saving. If you are comparing RentManager, request a demo link for the seeded agreement workflow; if myRent already covers the jobs you need, there is no reason to switch.

In a 2026 r/NZProperty discussion about landlord software, one myRent user praised its finance tracking and reporting, inspection app, tenant communication portal, advertising and onboarding as a joined-up system. Another commenter discussing room-by-room rentals said a replacement would need to offer more for less, while the myRent user was unsure how the system would fit that setup. This is one discussion, not a measure of how common those views are. It shows the standard a switching option needs to meet: make routine landlord work connect clearly, and explain room-by-room costs before setup.

An older myRent review discussion includes praise for the self-managing workflow, inspections, tenant copies, applications, bond setup and subscription value. Those posts are from 2024, so treat them as context about past user experience, not a current feature or price list.

Recent myRent reviews on Trustpilot provide a current signal. In reviews dated 2-7 October 2026, individual reviewers praised ease of use and value; reviews dated 2-4 October praised easy navigation, helpful and prompt support, and a connected workflow for advertising, tenant checks, agreements, rent collection and bonds. A 1 September review praised notifications and categorized enquiry lists. These are self-selected reviews, not a representative survey. A September reviewer reported difficulty with co-landlord and electronic signing. Check the live profile for its current rating and recent feedback. Any response data shown there applies only to Trustpilot and is not a response-time guarantee. RentManager reply times vary; we do not claim to match or beat those figures. The agreement wizard can add other landlord or legal entity names to the reviewed draft and party details; choose signers separately. For agreements prepared elsewhere, cloud signing can invite up to 10 additional landlord signers but does not edit that file. Try the seeded agreement draft and its signing entry point.

A verified Trustpilot review dated 19 July 2026 said the full tenant report cost $55 at the time and returned little useful information, with dead or empty search links. myRent replied that applicants who are new to New Zealand or have little NZ credit history may have limited information, and invited the reviewer to contact support. This is one person's experience, not a frequency estimate or a current price. A thin credit file can also limit RentManager's separate paid Centrix report. A credit check is one input, not proof of how someone will pay rent. Read what a tenant credit check can show and how structured reference checks work before deciding which evidence to use.

A verified Trustpilot review dated 18 August 2026 said a paid tenant check had taken more than 24 hours and still had two unfinished items. myRent replied that some reference checks take longer while waiting for referees. The review does not make clear whether the unfinished items were credit or reference checks, so treat it as one case, not a general service measure. RentManager shows Centrix processing separately from referee responses and shows when a reference reminder is available. We do not promise a fixed turnaround. See how the structured reference workflow works.

Want to see how a viewing can lead into an application? Open a synthetic viewing with a registered attendee in the sample account, then use the attendee and applicant actions to explore the handoff. You can also inspect the synthetic applicant and reference-check example. All people and records are fictional.

Do those comments mean RentManager solves every myRent concern?

No. Room-by-room pricing is a fit issue, not proof that a product is poor. RentManager groups unarchived room records at the same dwelling into one plan slot. Room numbers alone do not add slots, while a separate unit can count as another dwelling. Check the current examples and limits on our switching page before deciding.

We also do not offer direct NZ Open Banking (CDR) feeds. The current options are bank CSV import with review before matching, or supported Xero bank feeds on Standard and higher plans. Expense records organize costs; they do not bill tenants for shared services. If direct bank connections or utility billing are essential to you, compare these limits with your current workflow first.

If room records are the reason you are looking, try the room-by-room sample without creating an account. Keep your current setup in place until you have reviewed the agreement, rent schedule, bond and contacts and are ready to complete a handover.

Is RentManager a good myRent alternative for NZ landlords?

If your only friction with myRent is price, or you manage one property and mostly just need documents and a listing, staying is a reasonable call. RentManager is worth a look when you want rent records, Healthy Homes and bond tracking together, or need its separate one-off tenant check options. Compare the current feature and price details before deciding.

How does RentManager's pricing compare to myRent's?

myRent publishes per-property prices plus GST, with a separate optional charge for Hands-Free rent collection. RentManager subscriptions include GST and use property-count plan limits. The features included in each plan differ, so compare the current prices, limits and exclusions together on our switching page. It shows the assumptions for one, two, five and ten properties and links to myRent's current pricing.

Where does your rent money go?

With myRent's DIY option, tenants pay directly into the landlord's bank account. Its 18 June 2026 Open Banking update says it is moving eligible connections from the classic flow to official CDR bank connections through Akahu. The update names ANZ, ASB, BNZ and Westpac, and says Kiwibank is expected. It does not establish that every account has moved. myRent's bank-feed guide describes the classic flow: an initial two-month transaction import, then daily or on-request sync, with automatic reconciliation possible for rent and bills when tenants use myRent's unique transfer details. This is a genuine convenience advantage; check which connection applies to your account. Its separate Hands-Free service collects rent and transfers it to the landlord.

RentManager does not collect or hold rent. You import bank transactions by CSV and review the matching, or use a supported Xero bank feed on Standard and higher plans. Direct NZ Open Banking (CDR) feeds are not available. The two products therefore differ in the available payment and reconciliation workflows.

Where is myRent still ahead of RentManager?

One clear myRent advantage is:

1. Listing distribution. myRent offers a paid base listing on partner sites and an optional paid Trade Me Premium listing; check its current advertising options. RentManager has its own listing page with a map and an enquiry inbox, and a one-click invite-to-apply, but does not currently offer automatic portal syndication. Its manual Listing Pack prepares reusable listing copy and a downloadable bundle of uploaded photos for you to post yourself. It does not publish listings, and portal rules, eligibility and any fees still apply. Open the Listing Pack sample. You can also keep using a successful listing channel while trying RentManager for ongoing tenancy management.

RentManager also offers paid, one-off Centrix tenant checks through the tenant-checks page. A check is requested only through the applicable consent and verification process. This is separate from a RentManager property-management subscription.

What you also get with RentManager

• Workflows for organising tenancy records, dates and recurring compliance tasks. Check current Tenancy Services requirements and review any notice before you serve it; software does not decide legal eligibility or replace your judgement.
• Healthy Homes status by property and an income and expense summary to help prepare IR3R figures. Review classifications and source records; this is not a tax return.
• Primary application data is stored in AWS Auckland. Outbound email uses Amazon SES in Sydney, and selected workflows send specified information to other providers. See our data and security details for scope.

How do I switch from myRent?

There is no one-click migration of a myRent account. Start at rentmanager.nz/switch, where the steps are laid out. You can upload a myRent PDF or another signed agreement. RentManager extracts proposed property and tenancy details for you to review and correct before creating a record.

After creating an account, rent history can be imported separately from a bank transaction CSV. Preview and confirm the transactions, then match them to the tenancy. Setup effort depends on the number and condition of your records, so keep your current manager in place until you have checked the tenancy, rent schedule, bond and contacts and are ready to complete the handover. If you do not create an account, the uploaded file is deleted within 30 days.

To keep your existing income and expense history, myRent documents an emailed report and CSV export from its transaction list. Save the report or CSV with your source records. This is separate from RentManager's bank transaction CSV import and does not automatically transfer your myRent account or records. See myRent's export guide.

RentManager also offers a separate income and expense CSV report importer. If its layout is not recognized, you can map the date, description and amount or debit/credit columns, select the same file again, and review the extracted rows. The original file is not retained unless you separately consent to support review. This generic workflow has not been verified against myRent's export and does not move a complete myRent account. Check each row against your source records before importing; report totals are not rent payments.

Also download the rent statement for each tenancy as a PDF or CSV and keep it with your handover records. Use it to check the rent history and opening balance. Do not upload it as a bank transaction CSV because its format has not been verified for import. See myRent's rent statement guide.

Which myRent alternative guide matches what you actually need?

This page is the full side-by-side. If one specific gap is driving the search, these go deeper on it:

• Rent tracking and arrears - compare myRent's connected bank feeds with RentManager's reviewed CSV imports or supported Xero feeds.
• Healthy Homes compliance - compare per-property status, source documents and inspection records in each product.
• Bond workflows - compare digital lodgement, payment collection, refunds, references and supporting records.
• Tenancy agreements and documents - what happens to an agreement you already have.