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AppFolio vs Matterport

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AppFolio

Real Estate

Run your entire residential portfolio on a single, modern platform

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Matterport logo

Matterport

Real Estate

3D digital twin platform for the built world

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Matterport has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: AppFolio no published pricing; all plans require contacting vendor for quote; Matterport the free plan allows 1 active space and 2 users
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which AppFolio and Matterport actually diverge.

Attributes where AppFolio and Matterport differ
AttributeAppFolioMatterport
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelquotesubscription
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWebWeb, Ios, Android
FoundedUnknown2011

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Real Estate).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in AppFolio

Nothing recorded that Matterport does not also cover.

Only in Matterport

  • 3D capture
  • Virtual tours
  • Floor plans
  • Measurements
  • BIM integration
  • Procore
  • Autodesk BIM 360
  • Google Street View

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

AppFolio

  • Managing residential portfolio on single platformnot Matterport
  • Centralizing finances and resident communicationsnot Matterport
  • Automating work order management across propertiesnot Matterport
  • Supporting multifamily and single-family rentalsnot Matterport

Matterport

  • Creating navigable 3D digital twins of properties and buildingsnot AppFolio
  • Publishing virtual property tours for real estate listingsnot AppFolio
  • Capturing as built spatial documentation of commercial sitesnot AppFolio

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

AppFolio

  • No published pricing; all plans require contacting vendor for quote
  • Minimum 50 units required for Core plan

Matterport

  • The free plan allows 1 active space and 2 users
  • The plans page shows no dollar amounts; price is set by the number of active spaces and only appears after selecting a plan
  • Paid plans are billed annually and each tier caps both active spaces and users, from 5 to 20 spaces and 3 users on Starter up to 100 to 300 spaces and 50 users on Business
  • Enterprise and government plans are contact sales with no published rate
  • Spaces beyond the plan allowance require moving to a higher tier rather than paying an incremental fee shown on the page

Pricing, plan by plan

AppFolio

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the AppFolio review.

Matterport

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 active space
    • Matterport capture app
    • Basic measurements
  • Starter$9.99/month
    • 5 active spaces
    • Schematic floor plans
    • MatterTags
  • Professional$69/month
    • 25 active spaces
    • BIM file export
    • 4K print-quality photos
  • Business$309/month
    • 100 active spaces
    • API access
    • Team management

Which should you pick?

Choose AppFolio if

Nothing in the data separates AppFolio from Matterport on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.

AppFolio review

Choose Matterport if

  • You need 3d capture.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want virtual tours.
Matterport review

Questions people ask

Is AppFolio or Matterport better?
Neither clearly leads. AppFolio starts at On request and Matterport at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, AppFolio or Matterport?
Matterport has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for AppFolio and Free for Matterport.
Does AppFolio or Matterport run on more platforms?
AppFolio runs on Web. Matterport runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Matterport for free?
Yes. Matterport has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. AppFolio starts at On request.
What is AppFolio best used for?
AppFolio is most often used for managing residential portfolio on single platform, centralizing finances and resident communications, automating work order management across properties, supporting multifamily and single-family rentals. Of those, managing residential portfolio on single platform and centralizing finances and resident communications are not what Matterport is typically brought in for.
What can AppFolio do that Matterport cannot?
Matterport covers 3D capture, Virtual tours, Floor plans, Measurements.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

AppFolio: What does AppFolio property management software cost?

AppFolio pricing is not published; quotes are provided based on portfolio size and specific requirements. Core plans require a minimum of 50 units. Contact AppFolio's sales team for a customized quote.

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Matterport: Does Matterport offer a free account option?

Yes, Matterport offers a 'Start Free' option that allows users to create accounts and begin using the platform without immediate payment.

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AppFolio: How many AppFolio tiers are available and what distinguishes them?

AppFolio offers three tiers: Core (minimum 50 units), Plus (for growing businesses with features like affordable housing support), and Max (enterprise solution with leasing CRM and API read/write access). All require custom pricing quotes.

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Matterport: How can I access Matterport's pricing details?

Specific pricing information is available on a dedicated Pricing page or by contacting Matterport's sales team at +1(888) 993-8990 or through the 'Get a Demo' option.

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Matterport: What industries can use Matterport's solutions?

Matterport serves multiple industries including Corporate Real Estate, Property Marketing, Facilities Management, and Design & Construction, suggesting pricing may vary by industry use case.

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