Why everyone chooses OwnerRez over Evolve
Evolve overpromises and underdelivers "peace of mind" for 15% of your hard-earned revenue. With powerful OwnerRez automation, you can do it yourself and stay in control of your business. Switch to the #1-rated vacation rental software in the industry.
What Customers Are Saying
Don’t just take our word for it. Hundreds of vacation rental operators leave Evolve for OwnerRez every year, choosing lower pricing, better channel connections, and software that puts them in control. With the right systems in place, self-managing no longer means being glued to your phone or handling everything manually; it's a flexible and enjoyable way to run your business. Here’s what a former Evolve user had to say after switching to OwnerRez.
"Amazing setup and support"
"So happy I switched from Evolve over to self-managing with OwnerRez. The whole setup I have now is fantastic. The software works like a charm."
Feature Comparison
OwnerRez was built from the ground up with powerful automation to help owners and property managers perform at an elite level, without all of the busywork. While Evolve promises “peace of mind,” many owners are still left handling guest issues and given little to no control over how their property performs. For vacation rental operators who want fast, flexible software to grow their business, OwnerRez stands out as the clear #1 choice.
| Feature | OwnerRez | Evolve |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Manager - Size of Network | 20+, including all the top vacation rental OTAs and an extensive network of regional listing sites | Only 10, plus a few additional sites if the property "qualifies." |
| Channel Manager - Connection Style | Direct partnerships, built entirely in-house, lightning fast and deeply invested in | Not listed |
| Channel Manager - Awards and Accolades | Multi-year awards for Elite and Preferred Plus. These are awards given by Airbnb and VRBO to only their top partners. | Not named a Preferred Plus Partner with Airbnb or an Elite Partner with Vrbo. |
| Channel Manager - Google Vacation Rentals | Yes | Yes |
| Channel Manager - Internal API for smaller OTAs | Yes, providing direct access to Hopper, Houfy, GetAwayGoGo, Whimstay, FloridaRentals, HomeToGo and many more regional listing sites. | Not listed |
| Direct Booking Website | Yes, and with absolutely NO added booking fees from OwnerRez. | A dedicated booking website is available on the "Pro" plan. Pricing is not publicly available. |
| Direct Booking Website - Design | Yes, multiple FREE templates, can 100% customize after selecting | Not listed |
| Direct Booking Website - SEO | Highly optimized for SEO, built on years of industry experience | Not listed |
| Direct Booking Website - Responsive (mobile, tablet, desktop sizes) | Yes, looks beautiful at every screen size | Not listed |
| Direct Booking Website - WordPress options | Yes, use our plugin to create your own custom experience | Not listed |
| Direct Booking Website - WordPress designers/builders | Yes, network of recommended experts | Not listed |
| Direct Booking Website - Custom options | Yes, API access for custom website builders | Not listed |
| Direct Booking Website - Custom designers/builders | Yes, network of recommended experts | Not listed |
| Accounting | Rich accounting tools with full invoicing, payments, refunds and balance management | Evolve handles guest payments, refunds, and deposits internally, limiting owner control. |
| Accounting - Deposit syncing | Yes, for Airbnb and Stripe, full "to the penny" detail including fees and adjustments | Managed by Evolve |
| Accounting - Payment processing | 20+ processors and gateways | Managed by Evolve |
| Accounting - Guest forms, custom scenarios | Hosted forms for payments, security deposits, insurance and other things, even if you don't have a website | Managed by Evolve |
| Accounting - QuickBooks direct integration | Yes | No |
| Built-In Renter Agreements | Yes, fully hosted and free for all users | Yes |
| Messaging | Yes, sophisticated triggers, unified inbox | Evolve says it manages pre- and post-stay messaging and that the owner or "guest contact" is required to handle all guest issues. When discussing the quality of Evolve's messaging, one independent reviewer said, "Guests were constantly directed to contact me directly by phone and email. This system is outdated and inefficient, and I found myself doing far more guest communication than expected." |
| Other Integrations |
100+ certified partners and integrations |
Not listed |
| Automation | Powerful automation tools that streamline messaging, tasks, door codes, security deposits, rental agreements, and more. | Not listed |
| AI | Rezzy AI automatically reads incoming guest messages, suggests intelligent responses, and flags important tasks, so you stay one step ahead without lifting a finger. | Evolve relies on AI to handle pricing. |
Support Comparison
A consistent frustration we’ve heard from Evolve customers is disappointing customer service, with one independent reviewer saying, "Their customer service is consistently slow and unprofessional. Every time I’ve reached out to address an issue, I’m told I’ve contacted the wrong department and that someone else will follow up. That follow-up rarely, if ever, happens unless I call repeatedly and push for answers." At OwnerRez, every member of our Customer Support department is trained in our core principles, like "create happiness" and "one touch solve," so you get fast, thoughtful help from real people.
| Feature | OwnerRez | Evolve |
|---|---|---|
| Onboarding | Free 1-on-1 video setup call with your own Onboarding specialist and dedicated personal setup time. 14-day free trial. | $250 onboarding fee |
| Switching Over | Special ProConnect and ProTranster programs to move your data from Evolve (or another PMS) on your behalf | Not listed |
| Phone Support | Yes! Dedicated Engagement specialists, on the phone, at a time of your choosing | Yes, however, when speaking to the quality of their support, one independent reviewer said, "Once I needed help with something after initial sign up, there is zero dedicated support. When a septic flood caused major damage and impacted rentals, I was passed from agent to agent, clearly a third-party global team, with no ability to escalate when I received incomplete or conflicting information from various agents." |
| Helpdesk (tickets/email) | 1-2 day average response time, detailed "one-touch solve" answers | Yes |
| Support Center Articles | Thousands of articles, detailed walk-throughs, built and managed in-house | Limited |
| Support Center Videos | 75+ walk-through videos | No |
| User Feedback / Requests | Active "Feature Request" forum, built and managed in-house, monitored weekly by planning and engineering teams | No |
| Community / Forum | Active internal forum built and managed in-house, monitored and responded to daily by Helpdesk team. Also active in other community forums hosted elsewhere. | No |
| In-Person Engagement | We attend many conferences per year and talk to our users directly about what they like and dislike. We also sponsor small user hangouts and other regional events. | Not listed |
Cost Comparison
Evolve charges 15% of your hard-earned revenue, plus an early termination fee, if you decide to leave. OwnerRez offers upfront monthly pricing with no commissions and no termination fees. What you see is what you get, plus a free 14-day trial to try out the system.
| Feature | OwnerRez | Evolve |
|---|---|---|
| Booking Commission/Fee | Free! Booking commissions are evil, and we've maintained a hard stance on this for years. | 15% on all bookings. |
| Base Monthly Price for Homeowner (1–5 properties) | $40 - $88 | 15% Management Fee. Pricing is based on their “Plus” tier, which includes features similar to what OwnerRez offers in its base plan. |
| Base Monthly Price for Small PM (6–20 properties) | $96 - 196 | 15% Management Fee. Pricing is based on their “Plus” tier, which includes features similar to what OwnerRez offers in its base plan. |
| Base Monthly Price for Medium PM (21–50 properties) | $202 - $374 | 15% Management Fee. Pricing is based on their “Plus” tier, which includes features similar to what OwnerRez offers in its base plan. |
| Base Monthly Price for Large PM (51–100 properties) | $378 - $573 | 15% Management Fee. Pricing is based on their “Plus” tier, which includes features similar to what OwnerRez offers in its base plan. |
| Base Monthly Price for Very Large PM (101–500 properties) | $576 - $1,472 | 15% Management Fee. Pricing is based on their “Plus” tier, which includes features similar to what OwnerRez offers in its base plan. |
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