Switching building management software feels like a big decision. You have years of maintenance history, resident records, contractor details, and documents stored in MYBOS. The thought of losing that data — or spending weeks manually re-entering it — keeps most building managers stuck with what they have, even when it’s not quite meeting their needs.
The good news: if you decide to switch to ComtyLink, we’ll handle the data migration for you at no cost. You keep your history, and we’ll work with you to make the transition as smooth as possible.
This guide covers what to expect, what data comes across, the pricing difference, and what you gain by switching.
Why Building Managers Look for MYBOS Alternatives
MYBOS is a solid platform that serves many buildings well. But there are common reasons building managers start exploring other options:
Cost. MYBOS charges approximately $2 per unit per month. For a 100-unit building, that’s $2,400 per year. For strata managers overseeing multiple buildings, the annual spend adds up — and it’s worth checking whether you can get equivalent or better functionality for less.
Contractor induction management. MYBOS recently added contractor sign-in, but it doesn’t include contractor inductions — the structured safety and compliance briefings that contractors should complete before working at a building. Under Australian WHS legislation, maintaining induction records is a basic due diligence requirement. If you’re managing this with paper forms or a separate system, there’s a gap.
Feature gaps. Depending on your workflow, you may find yourself wanting features like NFC key tracking, AI-assisted notice drafting, or building inspection templates with photo attachments that generate PDF reports. Different platforms have different strengths.
What Data Gets Migrated
When you switch to ComtyLink, we migrate your operational history so you don’t start from scratch.
Maintenance history — requests, status history, photos, attachments, notes, contractor assignments, and dates. This is usually the most valuable data — years of records showing recurring issues, resolution patterns, and contractor performance.
Resident information — names, unit assignments, contact details, owner vs tenant classification, and move-in dates where available.
Documents — building documents, compliance certificates, meeting minutes, and any files related to building operations.
Contractor details — names, companies, contact information, trade categories, and insurance or licence details where stored.
Assets — asset registers with locations, specifications, service history, and warranty information.
Building configuration — building structure, unit mapping, common areas, amenity configurations, and user accounts.
How the Migration Works
We’ll be straightforward: we’ll work with you personally to get your data across. The process looks like this:
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Get in touch — let us know you’re on MYBOS and thinking about switching. We’ll have a conversation about your setup and what you need.
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We help you get your data out of MYBOS — we’ll work with you to extract your data, whether that’s through reports, screen exports, or manual collection. We figure it out together.
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We import it into ComtyLink — we take your exported data and bring it into your new environment. We handle the mapping, cleaning, and verification.
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You check everything — review the imported data, make sure it looks right, flag anything that needs fixing.
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Go live when you’re ready — there’s no hard cutover. You can run both systems side by side until you’re confident.
The migration is free. No setup fee, no import charge, no consulting cost.
The Pricing Difference
| MYBOS | ComtyLink | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | ~$2 per unit per month | $2 per unit per quarter |
| 50-unit building | ~$1,200/year | $400/year |
| 100-unit building | ~$2,400/year | $800/year |
| 200-unit building | ~$4,800/year | $1,600/year |
| Features included | Core features | All features |
| Setup fee | Varies | $0 |
| Data migration | N/A | Free |
ComtyLink’s pricing is simple: $2 per unit per quarter, all features included. No per-user fees. No module add-ons. The price on the website is the price you pay.
What You Gain by Switching
Contractor Inductions with QR Code Sign-In
This is the biggest operational difference. ComtyLink combines contractor inductions and sign-in into a single QR code workflow:
- Contractor scans a QR code at the building entrance
- If not yet inducted, they complete a digital safety induction on their phone — no app needed
- Once inducted, they sign in automatically
- Building manager gets a real-time notification and “On Site Now” dashboard
- Induction certificates are stored permanently with timestamps
MYBOS has contractor sign-in, but not inductions. That gap matters under WHS legislation — a sign-in log proves a contractor was present, but an induction record proves they were briefed on safety. For more detail, see our post on contractor sign-in vs inductions.
NFC Key Tracking
Tap a key tag against your phone to sign it in or out. Every movement is logged with a timestamp, and you get alerts when keys are overdue. Most building management software doesn’t touch physical key management.
Read more: NFC Key Tracking for Building Management
AI Assistant
A built-in AI assistant that helps with practical tasks — drafting resident notices, summarising maintenance data for committee meetings, and suggesting preventive actions based on your maintenance patterns.
Read more: AI in Building Management
Building Inspections with Templates
Custom inspection templates for fire safety, common areas, car parks, and more. Complete inspections on the mobile app, attach photos to checklist items, and generate PDF reports. Create maintenance requests directly from inspection items in one tap.
Read more: Building Inspection Checklist for Australia
Free 3-Month Trial
Not ready to commit? ComtyLink offers a free 3-month trial with full access to every feature. No credit card required. No feature restrictions.
The trial gives you time to:
- Bring your data across and verify everything looks right
- Run both MYBOS and ComtyLink side by side
- Let your team get comfortable with the new system
- Present a comparison to your committee or strata manager with real usage data
After 3 months, you decide. No lock-in contract. No awkward cancellation.
Common Questions
Will I lose my maintenance history? No. We migrate your complete maintenance history — requests, photos, notes, status changes, dates.
Do my residents need to learn a new system? The resident experience is straightforward — submit a request, check its status, book an amenity, read notices. Most residents figure it out without guidance.
What about my contractors? Contractors receive work orders through the ComtyLink contractor portal. No app download or account creation needed.
Can I go back to MYBOS if I don’t like ComtyLink? Yes. During the trial, you still have MYBOS active. ComtyLink also allows full data export at any time — your data is always yours.
Ready to Explore the Switch?
Get in touch and we’ll talk through how migration would work for your building. No pressure, no obligation — just a conversation about whether ComtyLink is the right fit.
Or if you want to compare features side by side first, see our detailed ComtyLink vs MYBOS comparison.
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