PG Management App vs Excel
A practical comparison of spreadsheets and dedicated software for PG operators.
Excel can be a good starting point
For a small property with simple operations, Excel offers flexibility and low cost. A disciplined owner can maintain resident and payment records effectively.
The problem is coordination
As the business grows, several sheets, staff members and messaging channels can create conflicting versions of the truth. A bed may be shown as available in one place and occupied in another.
Where dedicated software helps
Software can connect inventory, residents, rent and operational workflows so that a change is reflected in the relevant parts of the system.
The decision test
Count the manual actions required every week. If your team spends significant time reconciling records, chasing updates or producing routine reports, software may have a clear operational case.