Tenant pre-screening
OmniaIQ vs. TransUnion SmartMove: Pre-Screen Tenants Before the Showing
Quick answer
SmartMove is a full tenant background and credit check that runs after the rental application. OmniaIQ pre-screens prospects before you book the showing — so your leasing team stops wasting Saturdays on tenants who won't pass income or credit.
OmniaIQ is best for
Landlords, property managers, and multifamily leasing teams that want to reduce wasted showings and application-fee refunds.
TransUnion SmartMove is best for
PMs that need the full background, eviction, and criminal check for the actual application decision.
Side-by-side comparison
| Criterion | OmniaIQ | TransUnion SmartMove |
|---|---|---|
| Input required | Name, phone, email, address — no SSN | Full app with SSN, income docs, employment |
| Time to verdict | Under 3 seconds at inquiry | Minutes to hours (background + eviction search) |
| SSN required | No | Yes |
| Data returned | FICO band, income est., rent-to-income fit | Full credit report, background, eviction history, criminal |
| Program matching | Matches to your rent-to-income and credit floor | Full underwriting on the applicant |
| Customizable Pre-Qualification Forms | Yes | No |
| Customizable Pre-Qualification Website | Yes | No |
| CRM integrations | AppFolio, Buildium, Rentec, Follow Up Boss, webhooks | Standalone tenant screening portal |
| Pricing model | PAYG $5–$12/verdict + subs | $25–$40 per applicant screen (paid by tenant or landlord) |
| Implementation time | Same day via inquiry form | Standard PM signup |
| Best for | Filtering prospects before the showing | Screening applicants who already toured |
How we compared: Compared on funnel position, leasing efficiency, application-fee economics, and integration surface. Uses published SmartMove per-screen pricing and OmniaIQ PAYG rates. Verify TransUnion SmartMove's current features and pricing on their site.
Which is right for you?
Pick OmniaIQ if…
- •You waste Saturday showings on prospects who can't pass income or credit.
- •You want to filter inquiries before the leasing calendar fills up.
- •You want to reduce application-fee refunds and disputes.
Pick TransUnion SmartMove if…
- •You need the actual eviction, criminal, and background check for the leasing decision.
- •You already prefer tenants pay for their own full background at application time.
TransUnion SmartMove vs. OmniaIQ — FAQ
SmartMove vs OmniaIQ — do they compete?
No — they solve different problems. SmartMove is a full background check at application. OmniaIQ pre-screens inquiries before you book a showing.
Does OmniaIQ replace SmartMove?
No — OmniaIQ doesn't do eviction or criminal history. It filters upstream so your leasing team only shows units to prospects who can actually afford the rent.
Can landlords use both?
Yes — most do. OmniaIQ pre-qualifies inquiries at the website form; SmartMove runs the full background at application.
Does OmniaIQ check tenant credit?
Yes — a tri-bureau FCRA soft pull. It doesn't affect the tenant's credit score and isn't visible to third parties.
How does this reduce wasted showings?
PMs report 40–60% fewer wasted showings when inquiries are filtered against a rent-to-income and FICO floor before the calendar is booked.
Is soft-pull tenant screening fair housing compliant?
Yes — when the same objective criteria (rent-to-income ratio, FICO floor) are applied consistently to all inquiries. OmniaIQ enforces the same rule set on every applicant.
What integrations does OmniaIQ have with PM software?
AppFolio, Buildium, Rentec Direct, Follow Up Boss, HubSpot, and webhooks to any leasing CRM.
How fast can we go live?
Same day. Drop OmniaIQ on your listing site or inquiry form and verdicts route to your leasing team.
Ready to see the verdict for yourself?
Schedule a 30-minute demo — we'll qualify your last 100 leads live.