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PayHOA vs HOA Start Comparison (2026)

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PayHOA

HOA Start

Overview

PayHOA is a cloud-based homeowner association (HOA) management software which allows users to collect dues, track expenses, and communicate with members

HOA Start is an all-in-one HOA management platform for self-managed communities and property managers. Manage dues, accounting, online payments, websites, homeowner communication, violations, ARC requests, voting, documents, work orders, and more from one easy-to-use solution.

Platforms supported

Web-based
iPhone app
Android app
Windows Phone app

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Customer support

Phone
Online
Knowledge base
Video tutorials

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Platforms supported

Web-based
iPhone app
Android app
Windows Phone app

Typical customers

Freelancers
Small businesses
Mid size businesses
Large enterprises

Customer support

Phone
Online
Knowledge base
Video tutorials

view more detailsview details

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Pricing

Starting from

Per month

Free trial available
Credit cardless trial
Free account
Subscription based

Starting from

Per month

Free trial available
Credit cardless trial
Free account
Subscription based

User reviews

4.7

729

535

163

Value for money

Ease of use

Features

Customer support

89%

would recommend this app

4.9

Value for money

Ease of use

Features

Customer support

96%

would recommend this app

Pros

“Once initial community data is uploaded, PayHOA transformed our SOPs – allowing the board more time to address bigger issues. When board roles change, the next volunteer instantly can inherits a complete digital history.”

Mary L.

Program Administrator

“It supports a variety of modalities - email, text, phone and supports online voting which is very convenient for polling members on minor issues or potential opportunities.”

Alan L.

President

“I am extremely happy with PayHOA in the services that include a website builder, resident messaging board, notifications links via email and text, and the ability to address maintenance issues and concerns in real time.”

Dana H.

Vice President of Operations

Pros

“The HOA Start team has been responsive, patient, professional, and willing to work closely with us as we developed our new Bishops Court website, organized community information and governing documents, established our member directory, and prepared for online payments and electronic forms.”

Keith W.

Vice President

“Bishops Court wanted to modernize the way our association operates while improving communication, transparency, and access to information for our homeowners\. HOA Start has provided us with the tools to accomplish those goals without requiring volunteer Board members to become software or website”

Keith W.

Vice President

“Because HOA Start offers so many features and customization options, the initial setup and learning process can take some time, particularly when transitioning years of HOA information and procedures into one system.”

Keith W.

Vice President

Cons

“the wy the accounting works in the software you are unable to create searate buckets so that if something else is paid it only take from that bucket”

jamie m.

treasurer

“We have also found that some dashboard metrics do not always reconcile with the underlying data, so we rely more heavily on detailed reports when validating financial information.”

Joyce L.

Secretary Treasurer

“Unfortunately, there is a significant time lag in the actual delivery sometimes up to 2 1/2 weeks and even when selecting (and paying the surcharge) first class it still takes 10+ days to deliver.”

Matt C.

Vice President

Cons

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