Why Roomero
SpareRoom has been around for years. But the London rental market has changed — and the old way of doing things isn't working anymore.
We're not here to trash SpareRoom. It's a big platform and it works for some people. But if you've used it recently — as a tenant or a landlord — you've probably noticed the cracks.
Tenants send dozens of messages and hear nothing back. Landlords get flooded with low-quality enquiries. And everyone pays more for a worse experience. Here's why Roomero is a better option for London renters in 2025.
On SpareRoom, anyone can send a one-line message with zero context. On Roomero, every enquiry includes the tenant's move-in date, occupation, length of stay, and a personal introduction. Landlords get real information upfront. Tenants stand out immediately. The result: fewer messages, but far better ones.
SpareRoom charges landlords a monthly fee to receive messages. Roomero is free. You list your room, receive structured enquiries, and fill it — without paying anything. No subscription. No commission. No hidden charges.
Roomero connects tenants and landlords directly. There's no agency layer, no referral fees, and no one taking a cut of the deal. You talk to each other, agree terms, and move forward. Simple.
SpareRoom covers the whole UK. Roomero is focused entirely on London. That means better local search, more relevant listings, and a platform that understands the specific challenges of renting in one of the world's most competitive cities.
Because landlords on Roomero receive structured enquiries with real tenant profiles, they can make decisions faster. Tenants who use Roomero report getting replies significantly faster than on other platforms — because landlords aren't wading through 80 identical messages to find them.
| Feature | Roomero | SpareRoom |
|---|---|---|
| Profile-based enquiries | ||
| Free for landlords | ||
| No agents | ||
| London-focused | ||
| Direct tenant-landlord contact | ||
| Structured tenant info upfront |
Free to join. No agents. Profile-based enquiries that actually get replies.