ClearScreening SmartScreen vs RentSafe
ClearScreening SmartScreen
smartscreen.clearscreening.com
RentSafe
rentsafe.leaseSide by side
| Figure | ClearScreening SmartScreen | RentSafe |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | Free |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 2 |
| Spec score · Tenant Screening Software | 7.5 (#13) | 7.9 (#9) |
| Applicant workflow | Applicants enter required sensitive information through a secure workflow, and the landlord can review the selected reports online. | Renters can upload documents, invite roommates, submit applications, and track application status through the RentSafe portal. |
| Decision responsibility | The landlord remains responsible for the housing decision, lawful criteria, report use, Fair Housing, and applicable adverse-action requirements. | RentSafe does not make rental-application decisions; landlords or property managers make approval decisions. |
| Headquarters | Mooresville, North Carolina, United States | Washington, D.C., United States |
| Purpose | SmartScreen provides an online workflow for landlords and property managers to screen rental applicants. | RentSafe is an online tenant-screening platform for property managers, landlords, and renters. |
| Support | ClearScreening lists phone and email contact for questions: (949) 215-0180 and [email protected]. | RentSafe lists support contact details at 920 I Street NW #705, Washington, D.C., and telephone 202-494-1792. |
Plans
ClearScreening SmartScreen
- SmartScreen Basic$36, paid once
- SmartScreen Plus$39, paid once
- SmartScreen Deluxe$41, paid once
- SmartScreen Premium$45, paid once
In their own words
ClearScreening SmartScreen
ClearScreening SmartScreen has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
RentSafe
RentSafe is a web-based tenant-screening platform for property managers, landlords, and renters. Property managers can create customized rental applications and separate links for each property, then view applications and real-time results in a centralized dashboard. Screening reports include a full credit report, national eviction search, and national criminal background check; RentSafe partners with TransUnion for credit reporting. It says checks are processed instantly, with results reaching the dashboard within seconds. The credit inquiry is soft and does not affect an applicant’s credit score. Renters can submit applications, upload documents, invite roommates, and follow application status through the portal. Managers can start screening after account creation without credentialing. The Property Manager plan is free and lists unlimited applications. A renter application costs $45, paid once for each adult applicant and includes one application report. RentSafe does not make application decisions: landlords or property managers decide whether to approve applicants.