Alternative
A PayHOA alternative built for volunteer boards
PayHOA is a popular choice for self-managed associations. If you are comparing options, here is an honest look at where HOA Manage differs, including where it costs less and where it doesn't.
Price by community size
HOA Manage charges a base fee plus a per-home rate that drops as your community grows. PayHOA publishes one plan priced by unit band (prices from payhoa.com, checked October 2026; confirm current prices with them).
- 20 homes: HOA Manage $36/month vs PayHOA from $49 (yearly). About 27% less, before PayHOA's optional AI add-on.
- 75 homes: HOA Manage $81.25/month vs about $109 for PayHOA's 51–100 band. About 25% less.
- 150 homes: HOA Manage $105/month vs about $142 for PayHOA's 101–150 band. About 26% less.
- 500 homes: HOA Manage $185/month vs about $249 for PayHOA's 401–500 band. About 26% less.
What's included on every HOA Manage plan
- Free AI meeting minutes and built-in video meetings
- A resident AI assistant that answers only from your own documents
- Volunteer hub: neighbors propose projects and pledge time or money
- E-voting, e-signatures, violations, work orders and ARC requests
Questions to ask any vendor
- What do owners pay per card or bank payment?
- Are AI tools included, or an add-on after a trial period?
- Can we export our full ledger if we leave?
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