Curb Hero vs Popl

Curb Hero logo
A free iPad/iPhone open-house sign-in app with auto-follow-up emails and CRM sync — the most popular free option in the category.
Free
Popl logo
Digital business card and NFC badge — agents tap visitors' phones to share contact info and capture leads at open houses.
$9.99/mo (Pro)

Curb Hero vs Popl: feature comparison

FeatureCurb HeroPopl
iPad / Tablet Sign-In
Mobile Sign-In
Auto Follow-Up Email
CRM Sync
Branded Landing Page
Open House Marketing
QR Code Sign-In
Free Tier Available

Curb Hero — Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Free tier is fully functional
  • Auto follow-up email included
  • CRM sync to major platforms
  • QR code sign-in for mobile

Cons

  • Branded screens on free tier
  • Advanced features require Chime/Lofty
  • Mobile app quality varies by device

Popl — Pros & Cons

Pros

  • NFC tap-to-share contact info
  • Digital business card replaces paper
  • Lead capture on scan
  • Wearable badge option

Cons

  • Not a full sign-in app — complementary
  • Requires NFC-compatible phones (most modern)
  • Per-tap lead capture less comprehensive than sign-in