Flathive vs Roomies India
Both sites let you list a room and find flatmates in India for free. Promoting a listing costs less on Flathive.
Prices and features checked on 2 November 2026. Sources are listed at the bottom of this page.
Side by side
| Feature | Flathive | Roomies India |
|---|---|---|
| Listing a room or profile | Free | Free |
| Searching | Free | Free |
| Messaging | Free in-app chat (message up to 3 listings without a listing of your own; create a free listing to message more) | Free |
| Promoting a listing | ₹150 for 30 days | ₹300 for 30 days |
| ID verification | ID verification not offered in this country yet | ₹175 |
| Team up | Team up with other seekers and search for a whole place together | Team-ups available |
| Property management | Property management tools: ₹249 per property per month | Not offered |
Listing a room or profile
Flathive: Free
Roomies India: Free
Searching
Flathive: Free
Roomies India: Free
Messaging
Flathive: Free in-app chat (message up to 3 listings without a listing of your own; create a free listing to message more)
Roomies India: Free
Promoting a listing
Flathive: ₹150 for 30 days
Roomies India: ₹300 for 30 days
ID verification
Flathive: ID verification not offered in this country yet
Roomies India: ₹175
Team up
Flathive: Team up with other seekers and search for a whole place together
Roomies India: Team-ups available
Property management
Flathive: Property management tools: ₹249 per property per month
Roomies India: Not offered
When Roomies India is a good choice
- A larger existing pool of listings
- Paid ID verification if you want it
When Flathive is a good choice
- Promoting a listing for half the price (₹150 vs ₹300 for 30 days)
- Property management tools for owners
- Teaming up to rent a whole flat together
Questions people ask
Is Flathive free to use in India?
Yes. Listing a room, searching and messaging on Flathive are free. You can message up to 3 listings without a listing of your own, and creating a listing is free. Paid extras are optional: optional boost: ₹150 for 30 days.
Can I use Flathive and Roomies India at the same time?
Yes. Many people list on more than one site. Flathive is free to list on, so adding your room or profile costs nothing.
How much does promotion cost on Roomies India vs Flathive?
Roomies India charges ₹300 for 30 days (checked 27 September 2026). A Flathive Boost is ₹150 for 30 days.
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Sources
Competitor prices and features change. This page reflects what their own websites said on 2 November 2026; check their site for the latest. Roomies India is a trademark of its owner; Flathive is not affiliated with it.
How Flathive helps
Flathive is India's peer-to-peer flatmate and shared housing platform. Whether you are listing a spare room or searching for your next home, Flathive makes it simple to connect, communicate, and move in safely — with verified profiles, direct messaging, and listings across the country.