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Subly vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Subly's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Subly
This App
Trulia Rentals
Nemesis
Lumostay: Homes & Rentals
Contender
University Living: Housing App
Contender
Mercado Inmobiliario Argentino
Contender
RE/MAX Real Estate Centre
Contender
Smart City Digital
Peer
Real Estate by Perchwell
Peer
Huisly
Peer
Tenant App by Landlord Studio
Peer
Core Identity
DeveloperKaizhi LiuTrulia, IncLumostay solutionsUniversity LivingKaver Mobile AppsApostrophe Solutions Corp.Capital Smart CityPerchwellHuislyLandlord Studio Limited
CategoryLifestyleLifestyleHouse & HomeLifestyleHouse & HomeLifestyleLifestyleLifestyleHouse & HomeLifestyle
PlatformiOS, AndroidiOSAndroidiOSAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSAndroid, iOS
Store Metrics
Rating5.0 / 54.8 / 54.7 / 54.9 / 55.0 / 50.0 / 53.2 / 53.9 / 54.8 / 51.5 / 5
Ratings Count17308,014124140143142
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateSep 30, 2024Apr 2, 2012Apr 19, 2026Jun 16, 2022Sep 9, 2025Aug 20, 2022Sep 4, 2018Apr 9, 2016Jun 29, 2025Feb 23, 2023
Last UpdatedDec 20, 2024Apr 6, 2026Apr 24, 2026May 12, 2026May 12, 2026Sep 27, 2024Apr 8, 2026May 12, 2026Apr 13, 2026Feb 10, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentexcellent--excellent-negative-mixed-mixed
Score90/100--95/100-20/100-55/100-50/100
Praises
  • Video-based sublet listings provide a highly engaging and efficient discovery experience for renters
  • Intuitive interface design makes navigating complex rental information and filtering options feel effortless
  • Integrated chat and filtering tools simplify the communication process between subletters and potential tenants
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Complaints-----
  • Technical instability and navigation friction
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Requests----------
Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Video-first browsing experience offers a more authentic view of properties than static photos
  • Neighborhood-level data visualization increases session duration and category authority
  • School district search filters cater to high-value family demographics
  • Zillow Group integration provides massive, established listing inventory
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  • 24/7 expert support builds high trust [4.85 rating]
  • 2M+ global bed inventory provides wide reach [Marketplace scale]
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  • Brand-aligned local market data access
  • Proprietary transaction history database
  • Strong brand identity tied to a specific, high-value real estate development.
  • RESO standard compliance functions as a technical barrier to entry for non-MLS integrated competitors
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  • Automated rent payment loop anchors landlords to the platform
  • Receipt digitization creates high-value tax compliance habits
Weaknesses
  • Lack of secure rent payment processing limits the app's utility as a financial tool
  • Reliance on syndicated Zillow inventory limits unique listing availability
  • Lack of proprietary, verified rental-only database compared to Apartments.com
  • Monetization friction as a free-to-use consumer acquisition surface
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  • Manual booking process creates friction [No self-serve flow]
  • Lack of immersive virtual tours [Static listing limitation]
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  • 1.86-star Android rating
  • No updates since Sep 2023
  • Lack of cloud-save functionality
  • 3.21 rating on 14 reviews signals low user satisfaction.
  • Lack of interactive features compared to market standard.
  • 1.1★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates poor cross-platform parity
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  • 1.5-star iOS rating indicates severe friction
  • Reliance on landlord-initiated invitations limits independent tenant adoption
Pricingfreemiumfreefreefreefreefreefreesubscriptionfreefreemium
MomentumMaintenanceIntense-Maintenance-ZombieMaintenanceMaintenanceActiveIntense
Update Cadence2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~379d avg5 versions-1 versions, 1 majors/6mo-2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~378d avg1 versions2 versions, ~1d avg5 versions5 versions

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