Comparison

KW Real Estate vs MLS

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

KW Real Estate

Discover, save, and explore properties with a user-friendly interface. Tailor your search with smart filters, take virtual tours, and access valuable market insights. Connect with experienced agents to guide you through your homeownership journey.

Highlights
  • Easy property browsing
  • Customizable smart search filters
  • Virtual home tours
  • Personalized listing hub
  • Home value estimation
  • Market trend insights
  • Connect with real estate agents
Features
Read full description

Search, save, collaborate, and more with the KW App. Fueled by the know-how of Keller Williams® agents, navigating your path to a new home is now a breeze. Tailor your search to suit your style, uncover valuable insights that matter to you, and connect effortlessly. Whether you're gearing up for a big move or simply curious about your home’s estimated value, count on the KW App to smoothly navigate you through every step of your homeownership journey. Easy Browsing Explore a wide range of homes with a user-friendly interface. Our app makes it a breeze to discover properties that match your criteria without the fuss. Smart Search Looking for something specific? Customize your search with filters that matter to you, whether it's price range, location, or features. We've got you covered. Virtual Tours, Real Convenience Take a virtual stroll through your potential new home. Our virtual tours bring properties to life, helping you narrow down your choices from the comfort of your couch. Your Personal Hub Keep track of your favorite listings, your home’s current value, and market updates with a personalized dashboard. Your real estate journey, organized your way. Invaluable Insights Effortlessly access an estimated value for your home and stay in the know about current market trends. Get real-time updates and key insights, ensuring you can make informed decisions with confidence and clarity. Connect with Experts Need advice? Our app connects you with experienced Keller Williams® agents who are ready to guide you through the process and answer your questions.

About

MLS

Search the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) to find your next home. Share notes and listings directly with your real estate agent. Requires a code provided by your REALTOR® subscribed to MLS-Touch.

Highlights
  • MLS property search
  • Share notes with agent
  • Share listings with agent
  • Access via REALTOR® code
  • Dream home finder
Features
Read full description

*** ATTENTION: You must have a code to access MLS-Client. You can get this code from your REALTOR® if they are subscribed to the MLS-Touch service. Finding your dream home has never been easier with the MLS-Client app. Search the MLS, share notes and listings with your real estate agent and much more!

Screenshots

KW Real Estate4 screens
MLS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: KW Real Estate at 63K against MLS's 12K. KW Real Estate also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for KW Real Estate against 4.9 for MLS. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KW Real Estate has 63K ratings behind it against 12K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 54% of KW Real Estate's written reviews are positive against 58% of MLS's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KW Real Estate ships an update monthly, MLS every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 28, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
KW Real Estate versus MLS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKW Real EstateMLS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (63K ratings)4.9 (12K ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.7% of reviews57.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings63K — better12K
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size144 MB143 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperKW RealtyProspects Software Inc.

Customer experience

KW Real Estate

All ratings62,535 ratings
Positive94.6%
Neutral2.7%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive53.7%
Neutral8.9%
Negative37.4%

MLS

All ratings9,168 ratings
Positive98.1%
Neutral1.1%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews66 reviews
Positive57.6%
Neutral12.1%
Negative30.3%

User reviews

KW Real Estate

From 63K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Efficient search and navigation
  • 👍 Helpful agent integration
  • 💡 Neighborhood insights and open house tracking
  • 👍 Easy to share listings with others

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Unreliable listing status updates
  • 🐛 Buggy photo viewing experience
  • 🐛 Slow performance and loading times

MLS

From 12K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 User-friendly
  • 🚀 Easy to communicate with agent
  • 💡 Helpful features like mortgage calculator

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and frequently crashes
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate and filter search results
  • 🔍 Inaccurate listing information and pictures

Bugs and requests

KW Real Estate

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login and password reset issues
  • Incorrect or missing listing data
  • Compatibility problems on newer devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to sort by newest listings
  • More flexible price range filters
  • Interactive map view within listings
  • Saved search notifications and updates

MLS

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Listings not loading properly
  • App freezing and force closing
  • Incorrect mapping of listing details

Requested features

3 requests
  • Broader search and filtering options
  • Improved map view and ability to highlight favorites
  • Price history and school rating information

In-app purchases

None

KW Real Estate

No in-app purchases

None

MLS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KW Real Estate free?
KW Real Estate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MLS free?
MLS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KW Real Estate or MLS?
MLS is rated higher. KW Real Estate averages 4.8 out of 5 from 63K ratings, while MLS averages 4.9 from 12K ratings.
Do KW Real Estate or MLS have ads?
Neither KW Real Estate nor MLS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KW Real Estate or MLS?
KW Real Estate ships an update monthly, and MLS every 2 months. Most recently, KW Real Estate was updated on October 28, 2026 and MLS on October 28, 2026.

Other comparisons