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HomeExchange - House Swapping

HomeExchange - House Swapping

Home swap when you travel

3.2K ratings
764 reviews
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🌟 Lifestyle
✈️ Travel
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 27, 2016
  • August 25, 2026

Features

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GuestToGuest
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About

Discover a global network for vacation home exchanges. Find economical and comfortable accommodations worldwide using an innovative points system and secure guarantees. Connect with members, manage your listings, and plan your travels with ease.

✓Search available homes
✓Live chat with members
✓Add home images
✓GuestPoints system
✓Integrated messaging
✓Favorite listings
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of HomeExchange. Based on 3.2K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Travel app.

Positive things

  • 💡Great way to travel and live like a local
  • 👍Easy to use app and platform
  • 🤝Wonderful community and trust-based exchanges
  • 💰Cost-effective way to travel
  • 🌍Lots of locations and homes to choose from

Negative things

  • 🐛Buggy app with frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🔍Difficult to search and find available homes
  • 💬Poor communication and customer support
  • 🗓️Calendars and availability not always up-to-date
  • 🤷‍♀️Guest points system not well-received
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What's New in HomeExchange

10.4.2

August 25, 2026

All new - all beautiful: performance optimizations, fixes for small bugs invisible to the naked eye, various usability improvements... As with every update, we've polished every little nook and cranny to improve your overall experience on our app.

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Great platform!

Easy to use and lots of listings
Snoops123.26Snoops123.26

Great

Been using for 2 years , having great success
nomad465nomad465

App

Use-full and user friendly app
Scheeve7Scheeve7

The APP

I love the platform and the APP. I have had a couple of issues with the APP. It keeps showing my calendar without my bookings for the current month. The other issue is at one stage was it wouldn’t save homes to favourites. Other wise very handy
love luxurylove luxury

Brilliant

Brilliant and easy to use. If you’re unsure you can go to the FAQ section and there is so much there to help you.
sarahj20000sarahj20000
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Reported Bugs

5 issues

App freezes and crashes frequently

Bug

Incorrect home location information

Bug

Inability to update profile details

Bug

Notifications and messaging issues

Bug

Syncing problems between app and website

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Requested Features

5 requests

Improved search and filtering options

Feature

Better organization of messages and exchanges

Feature

Ability to translate home descriptions

Feature

Calendar sync and availability management tools

Feature

Enhanced mobile app experience, including iPad support

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FAQ

What is HomeExchange?

HomeExchange is a platform that facilitates home and apartment exchanges for travelers. It allows members to find accommodation in different countries by swapping their own homes, offering an economical and comfortable alternative to traditional hotels.

How does the GuestPoints system work?

The GuestPoints system is an innovative feature that allows members to exchange homes even if their travel dates or desired locations don't perfectly align. You can earn GuestPoints by hosting others and spend them to stay in other members' homes.

Is HomeExchange free to use?

You can register for free, complete your profile, and post your accommodation. To access all features and benefits, including contacting other members and finalizing exchanges, an annual membership subscription is required.

What kind of exchanges does HomeExchange offer?

HomeExchange specializes in home and apartment exchanges, allowing members to swap their primary residences or vacation homes. This provides a unique and often more spacious and comfortable travel experience compared to hotels.

How can I find a place to stay?

You can search for available homes based on your desired destinations and add them to your favorites list. Once you find a suitable listing, you can contact other members through the integrated messaging system to discuss and plan your exchange.