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Aqara for small portfolios (1–5 listings)
Hosts with 1–5 short-term rental listings looking for software that scales with them, not against them.
Our verdict for small portfolios (1–5 listings)
Great fit
If you run 1–10 doors and already live inside Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, or SmartThings, Aqara is one of the cheapest credible ways to add guest-code locks and sensors.
Why it fits you
- Hardware-only cost with no recurring SaaS fee
- Time-bound and one-time passcodes work without a PMS connector
- Plays well with consumer smart-home ecosystems you may already own
What might bite you
- A separate Hub M3 adds $159.99 if required for your setup.
Best-for-you alternatives at this size
- August Home Great fit
If you manage 1-5 units and can't modify the door exterior, August is the cleanest retrofit path with automatic Airbnb code generation built in.
From $149.99 • No free trial · The right smart lock when you can't modify the door exterior
- Igloohome Great fit
No monthly fees and simple Airbnb sync make igloohome ideal for hosts with 1–5 properties, especially remote ones.
From $129 • Free trial · Best offline smart lock for remote STR properties
- Schlage Great fit
No monthly fees make Schlage ideal for 1-5 property hosts who want smart lock functionality without adding another subscription.
Contact sales • No free trial · Subscription-free WiFi lock with 100-code capacity and native Airbnb support
Still think Aqara is right for you?
From $169.99 • No free trial