Roost vs Spreadsheets
An honest comparison to help you choose the right property management solution for your needs.
Roost
AI Property Management
Pricing: Free tier, Pro from £8/month
Best for: UK landlords who want AI-powered automation
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Spreadsheets
Est. -
Pricing: Free (but costly in time)
Best for: DIY landlords
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Feature-by-Feature Comparison
Why Landlords Choose Roost Over Spreadsheets
Here's what makes Roost the better choice for UK landlords
Save 5+ Hours Per Month
Stop manually entering transactions, chasing rent, and updating formulas. Roost automates it all with open banking integration.
Never Miss Compliance
Spreadsheets can't remind you when your Gas Safety certificate expires. Roost automatically tracks and alerts you before deadlines.
Professional Tenant Experience
Give tenants a proper portal to report issues and access documents instead of messy email chains and WhatsApp messages.
One-Click Tax Reports
Generate HMRC-ready SA105 reports instantly instead of spending hours reconciling spreadsheet data at tax time.
Our Verdict
Spreadsheets seem free but cost you hours every month and put you at risk of missing critical compliance dates. For just a few pounds a month, Roost automates everything and gives you peace of mind.
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