Chirp Utilities
7.3#1 in property management utility billing softwareFrom $0.40 a monthFree planWebAPI
VisitChirp Utilities vs Livable
What both publish
| Fact | Chirp Utilities | Livable |
|---|---|---|
| Allocation methods | Allocation can use RUBS, occupancy, square footage, fixed shares, or submetered readings. | Supported allocation methods include occupancy, square footage, sub-metered usage, actual consumption, fixed percentage, per-unit, and custom weighting. |
| Payments | Online resident payments are not available; Chirp records what was paid rather than moving money. | For direct billing, residents can pay through the Livable Resident Portal by ACH, debit card, or credit card, with Auto-Pay available. |
| Product | Chirp is modular property-management software designed for operators managing roughly 50–1,000 doors. | Livable automates utility billing, Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS), and cost recovery for property teams. |
| Security | The security page describes account and property-scoped access checks, human approval before statements are sent, and recorded edits, approvals, and support access. | Livable's privacy policy says it uses security measures against unauthorized access and describes data exchanged between the site and users as SSL-secured and encrypted. |
Chirp Utilities plans
- Core platformFree
- Advanced reporting$0.40 a month
- Collections$0.50 a month
- Maintenance & workflows$0.60 a month
- Communications$0.70 a month
- Utility billing & RUBS$0.90 a month
Livable plans
- Bill AutomationPriced on request
- Self ServicePriced on request
Pick Chirp Utilities if…
Chirp suits independent and mid-sized property operators managing 50–1,000 doors who want to add selected management modules alongside an existing system. Its utility billing tools may fit operators who need to review bills, allocate costs, and prepare resident statements.
Pick Livable if…
Livable suits property owners and management teams that need utility billing, allocations, or cost recovery. Its resident portal also supports residents reviewing statements and paying online.