Comparing Pangoni vs Rentsawa pits an established platform against a promising newcomer at a similar price point. Both are Kenyan, M-Pesa-native, and offer a free tier. The differences are breadth (marketplace, integrations, agency features) and maturity.
Note: Rentsawa is a new 2026 entrant with limited public track record; the details below are from its own website (verified 2 July 2026). It is not affiliated with Kodisawa despite the similar name.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Pangoni | Rentsawa |
|---|---|---|
| Track record | Established platform (since 2022) | New 2026 entrant |
| M-Pesa rent collection | Yes, with automatic reconciliation | Yes — Paybill/Till (Daraja), auto-matched with SMS receipts |
| SMS reminders | Yes | Yes |
| Tenant portal | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit management | Yes | Yes, with audit logs |
| Integrated property marketplace | Yes — pangoni.com | Not indicated |
| Accounting integrations | QuickBooks, Zoho, Tally | Not indicated |
| Free plan | Up to 3 units | Up to 5 units |
Rentsawa details last verified 2 July 2026 from rentsawa.com. Features and pricing change — confirm current details with the vendor before deciding.
Pricing
Pangoni prices are before VAT. Landlords have Free (3 units), Pro at KSh1,500/month (30 units), Elite at KSh3,500 (100 units), and Enterprise at KSh4,900 (200 units). Agents have Starter at KSh1,200/month (15 units), Pro at KSh2,500 (100 units), Elite at KSh6,000 (500 units), and Enterprise at KSh9,900 (1,000 units). Agencies have Starter at KSh4,500/month (150 units, 3 staff), Pro at KSh12,000 (500 units, 10 staff), and Enterprise from KSh30,000 (2,000 units, 25 staff). Lifetime Core is KSh45,000 once for landlords or KSh75,000 once for agents, with usage credits and extra capacity purchased separately. Monthly unit packs have published ceilings. Existing customers retain their purchased terms. Eligible recurring plans offer a 45-day trial; Lifetime Core does not. Compare all current plans and unit packs.
Rentsawa lists a Free plan (up to 5 units, 1 property), Pro at KSh 1,500/month (up to 50 units), and Enterprise at KSh 5,000/month (unlimited units). Its free tier is slightly larger than Pangoni’s (5 vs 3 units) and Pro matches on price; Pangoni’s edge is the marketplace, accounting integrations, dedicated agency tiers, and a longer track record.
Who should choose which
Choose Rentsawa if you want a simple free tier for up to 5 units and core M-Pesa collection, and are comfortable with a very new platform.
Choose Pangoni if you want an integrated marketplace, accounting integrations, agency features, and a proven platform as you grow.
Verdict
Rentsawa is an appealing, low-cost newcomer — its free tier and Pro pricing are competitive. Pangoni offers more breadth (marketplace, integrations, agency tiers) and a longer track record. If you are just starting with a few units, try both free; if you expect to scale or need a marketplace, Pangoni has more room to grow.
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Frequently asked questions
Rentsawa offers a free plan for up to 5 units (1 property), then Pro at KSh 1,500/month. Pangoni’s free plan covers up to 3 units, with Pro also at KSh 1,500/month.
Despite the similar "-sawa" naming, there is no public evidence the two are affiliated. Both are new 2026 Kenyan entrants.
An integrated property marketplace (pangoni.com), accounting integrations (QuickBooks, Zoho, Tally), dedicated agency plans, and a longer operating track record.