What can you use the application for?
RentBits is a search engine, however instead of searching for websites this site is designed to search for properties that you can rent. Finding your next home can be very difficult and can involve visiting and checking out dozens of different houses and apartments. A much easier option would be to use this site, you can easily search for properties that you might be interested in renting. It’s really easy to use this system; you just need to search for properties in various areas, or click on the states which are located on the map. There is also a new feature which can be used to look at the statistics and trends so that you can get a good understanding of what your rent should be doing.
What is the history and popularity of the application?
Rentbits was launched on 12th March 2008 as a way to quickly and easily search and compare properties on the rental market. Although the product is still in Beta it is becoming more and more popular. Rentbits is created by RentMarketer, a company which was founded in 2006.
What are the differences to other applications?
This site is designed to make it easy to find your next rental property in America. It’s very easy to use and the option of being able to search for properties in a certain area by simply clicking on a map makes it much easier than many other sites. You can view an entire area in general without having to find out zip codes or do any typing. It’s also possible to narrow down your search results so that you get a much more targeted set of results.
How does the application look and feel to use?
Using Rentbits is very easy; you need to start by clicking on the map or searching for a location. Once you have clicked on a state you will then be presented with a list of cities, clicking one of these will bring up a list of properties. There aren’t as many properties as other sites; however it’s worth a look. It’s also easy to find out your rent at a glance without having to click on the link because it’s displayed in large text at the right of each property. It also looks like some holiday properties have found their way onto the site.
How does the registration process work?
Rentbits is designed like a search engine, however instead of searching for websites you search for properties to rent. You do not need to create an account and this can be used in a very similar way to a standard search engine. The only thing that you need to do is click on the map, or type in some parameters to search for.
What does it cost to use the application?
It’s free to use RentBits to find your next property, however if you want to post your property on the site then you will need to deal with the parent company RentMarketer. This will also get your property distributed to over 100 other rental sites. The site earns its income from property owners and advertisers.
Who would you recommend the application to?
RentBits is a good solid application, and although it’s still in Beta there are a fair number of properties on the site. This makes it quite a useful site for anyone that is either wanting to compare their rent to other similar properties, or looking to move house.