The three pricing models
Almost every product uses one of three structures. Knowing which one you are looking at tells you where the real cost hides.
- Per-unit: a flat rate per door, sometimes with a monthly minimum
- Tiered: monthly plans that gate features and raise price as you grow
- Free or freemium: funded by tenant-paid fees or paid add-ons
Where the hidden costs live
The sticker price rarely tells the whole story. Monthly minimums make small portfolios pay enterprise rates. Onboarding and implementation fees add a large one-time cost. And capabilities like e-signature, advanced reporting, communications, and screening are frequently add-ons that quietly double the effective price.
How to compare like for like
Build your real number by adding the base price, any minimum, onboarding, and the add-ons you actually need. Compare that total across products, not the headline. A plan that includes communications and screening at a slightly higher base often beats a cheaper plan that bills both separately.
The Revun approach
Revun is flat per door with no unit minimum and a free tier for one to two units. Communications, screening, and accounting are included rather than billed as modules, so the number you see is close to the number you pay. You can compare Revun directly against specific products on our comparison pages.
Key takeaways
- Identify the pricing model first; it tells you where costs hide.
- Add minimums, onboarding, and required add-ons before comparing.
- An inclusive base price often beats a cheaper plan with paid modules.