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Pricing analysis

SmartWebs Pricing (2026): What HOA Boards Actually Pay

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TLDR

SmartWebs does not publish pricing. The platform primarily targets professional management companies and charges on a per-unit or per-community basis, with estimated costs ranging from $0.50 to $1.50 per unit per month depending on portfolio size and features. Self-managed boards can technically use the platform but are not its primary audience, and pricing is only available after a sales conversation.

SmartWebs

Per-unit, quote-based (~$0.50-$1.50/unit/mo estimated)

per month

vs

BoardStack

$20–$99/mo

per month, no setup fee

SmartWebs Pricing Tiers

Tier Price Includes
Core (Small Portfolio) ~$0.75-$1.50/unit/mo (estimated) Homeowner portal and communication, Dues and payment collection, Violation tracking and notices, Work order management, Document library, Basic financial reporting
Professional (Mid Portfolio) ~$0.50-$0.75/unit/mo (estimated, volume discount) Everything in Core, Advanced accounting module, Budget management tools, Vendor and contractor management, Custom reporting, Priority support
Enterprise (Large Portfolio) Custom quote Everything in Professional, Portfolio-level dashboard, API integrations, Dedicated account management, Branded homeowner portals

Hidden Costs You Won't See on the Pricing Page

  • Implementation and setup fees (varies by portfolio size)
  • Data migration from previous platform
  • Training and onboarding for staff and board members
  • Premium support tiers billed separately
  • ACH and payment processing fees on top of subscription
  • Additional per-unit charges for premium feature modules

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Why SmartWebs pricing is hard to find

SmartWebs does not have a pricing page. The company uses a sales-led model where prospective customers submit a contact form or request a demo before receiving any pricing information. This is a deliberate choice for a platform that primarily targets professional property management companies — pricing varies significantly based on portfolio size, feature tier, and contract terms.

For management companies managing dozens or hundreds of communities, the per-unit model makes sense. A firm managing 5,000 units at $0.60/unit/month pays $3,000/month in software costs — spread across their client portfolio, that is $30/community/month, which disappears into management fees. The sales negotiation determines whether they pay $0.50 or $1.50 per unit based on volume.

For a self-managed board managing a single community, the calculus is different. You are paying per-unit rates without volume leverage. An estimated range of $0.50 to $1.50/unit/month means a 100-unit community pays $50 to $150/month, before implementation fees.

What the estimated pricing covers

Based on market information and reviews, SmartWebs subscriptions typically include homeowner portal access and communication tools, online dues collection and payment processing, violation tracking and notice generation, work order and vendor management, document library, and financial reporting. The accounting module with more advanced reporting and budget management tools is available at higher tiers.

Payment processing fees for ACH and credit card transactions are charged separately from the subscription. These are per-transaction fees that add to the effective monthly cost, particularly for communities with monthly dues payments.

The additional costs beyond subscription

SmartWebs pricing does not stop at the monthly subscription. Several cost categories apply to most deployments:

  • Implementation fees: Setting up SmartWebs for a new community involves configuration, data entry, and testing. Implementation fees are quoted separately and vary based on portfolio complexity.
  • Data migration: Moving financial records, homeowner data, violation history, and documents from a previous platform involves migration work that is billed additionally.
  • Training: Board members and property managers need training to use the platform effectively. Multiple user reviews note a learning curve for the accounting and compliance modules.
  • Support tiers: Basic support is included, but priority or dedicated support is typically available only at higher tiers or for additional fees.

The self-managed board perspective

We built BoardStack because we kept seeing the same problem: platforms designed for professional management companies charge per-unit rates that do not make sense for a single self-managed community, and they bundle features that volunteer boards do not need while missing the compliance requirements that matter most.

SmartWebs is a capable platform for management companies managing multiple communities. The per-unit model rewards portfolio scale. A self-managed board managing one community does not have that scale advantage and ends up paying management-company rates for a product that was not designed with volunteer boards in mind.

Self-managed boards specifically need enforced fund separation between operating and reserve accounts — a compliance requirement in many states that software should enforce, not just suggest. They need state-specific reserve study and contribution requirements built into the software, not bolted on as a reporting layer. And they need transparent, predictable pricing that can be budgeted at the annual meeting without a sales call.

BoardStack charges $20/mo for communities up to 50 units, $49/mo for 51-200 units, and $99/mo for 201-500 units. No setup fees, no per-unit math, no sales call required for a 30-day free trial.

SmartWebs BoardStack
Monthly cost Per-unit, quote-based (~$0.50-$1.50/unit/mo estimated) $20–$99/mo
Setup fee Varies $0
Contract Varies Month-to-month
SmartWebs Pricing vs BoardStack
Factor SmartWebs BoardStack
Pricing modelPer-unit (~$0.50-$1.50/unit/mo estimated)Flat monthly ($20-$99/mo)
Pricing transparencyQuote-based, no public pricingPublished on website
Primary target customerProfessional management companiesSelf-managed HOA boards
Self-managed board accessAvailable but not primary use caseBuilt specifically for self-managed boards
Fund separation (operating vs. reserve)Accounting module availableEnforced at database layer
State-specific reserve complianceNot a primary featureBuilt-in compliance rules by state
Setup feesImplementation fees applyNo setup fees
Free trialDemo only (no self-serve trial)30-day free trial, no credit card
Minimum cost for 100-unit HOA~$50-$150/mo (estimated)$49/mo (Growth tier, 51-200 units)
Contract lengthAnnual contracts typicalMonth-to-month available

Q&A

How much does SmartWebs cost per unit?

SmartWebs does not publish per-unit pricing. Based on market estimates and user reports, pricing ranges from approximately $0.50 to $1.50 per unit per month, depending on portfolio size, contract length, and features included. A 100-unit community would estimate $50 to $150 per month at these rates. Management companies with larger portfolios negotiate lower per-unit rates. Contact SmartWebs directly for an accurate quote for your community size.

Q&A

How does SmartWebs pricing compare to BoardStack for a self-managed board?

For a self-managed HOA with 100 units, SmartWebs would cost an estimated $50-$150/month based on per-unit rates, with additional implementation and setup fees, and no self-serve trial. BoardStack charges $49/month flat for communities with 51-200 units with no setup fees, a 30-day free trial, and no credit card required. SmartWebs is primarily designed for professional management companies; BoardStack is built specifically for self-managed volunteer boards with compliance-focused features like enforced fund separation and state-specific reserve requirements.

Frequently asked

Common questions before you try it

Does SmartWebs have a public pricing page?
No. SmartWebs does not publish pricing on its website. All pricing requires contacting their sales team and receiving a custom quote based on community size, portfolio size (for management companies), and feature requirements. This is common for platforms targeting professional management companies rather than individual self-managed boards.
Can a self-managed HOA board use SmartWebs?
Yes, technically. SmartWebs supports individual community management, not just large management company portfolios. However, the platform is primarily designed for professional property management companies. Self-managed boards would go through the same quote-based sales process and likely pay higher effective per-unit rates than management companies with large portfolios.
What features does SmartWebs include in the base price?
SmartWebs base features typically include homeowner portal access, dues collection and payment processing, violation management, work orders, document storage, and basic financial reporting. Advanced accounting, budget tools, and custom reporting may be available at higher tiers. Implementation, training, and data migration are generally additional costs.
Are there setup or implementation fees with SmartWebs?
Yes. SmartWebs charges implementation and onboarding fees in addition to the subscription cost. The amount varies based on portfolio size and the complexity of the migration from a previous platform. Training for staff and board members is also typically an additional cost. These one-time fees are not disclosed publicly and are part of the sales negotiation.

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Sources and Review Notes

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