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TrustedHouseSitters costs $169 per year on the Standard plan, plus a $12 booking fee on every confirmed sit. For frequent sitters that adds up quickly.
The most common reason sitters search for TrustedHouseSitters alternatives is cost. We have used THS ourselves across 20 sits in 12 countries and it remains the market leader, but it is not the only option, and for some sitters and some regions it is not even the best one.
This is every alternative worth considering in 2026, ranked by listing volume and value. Listing counts change constantly, sometimes significantly within weeks, so browse before you commit. All major platforms let you view listings without signing up.
Quick Facts
| Listing counts | As of June 2026 — figures change regularly, sometimes significantly within weeks |
| Biggest alternative by volume | Nomador (~1,750 listings) |
| Best value for Australia | Aussie House Sitters (~1,350 listings, code HSG15 for 15% off) |
| Cheapest global option | MindMyHouse (~250 listings, US$29/year) |
| HSG15 discount | 15% off on Aussie House Sitters, House Sitters UK, Kiwi House Sitters, House Sitters America, and Canada House Sitters |
| THS | Covered at the end of this article — it is the market leader, but this page is about alternatives |
Before we get into the numbers: listing counts in house sitting change constantly. During a few months of tracking these platforms, we saw one platform drop from around 1,500 active listings to 1,200 within a single month. The numbers below give a useful indication of relative volume and which platforms have higher turnover, but they are a snapshot, not a fixed state. Do your own browsing before committing to a membership. All major platforms allow you to view listings without signing up.
Why Look Beyond TrustedHouseSitters?
TrustedHouseSitters dominates the global house sitting market. That is simply the reality. But it is not the only platform worth using, and for specific countries or budgets, alternatives can be equally effective or better value.
There are three main reasons to consider an alternative. First, cost: THS is significantly more expensive than most alternatives, and if you are only sitting domestically, a cheaper regional platform may serve you better. Second, regional coverage: for France, French-speaking Europe, or specific countries, a local platform often has more listings and a more engaged homeowner community.
For a full breakdown of what THS costs across all plans including the booking fee, our TrustedHouseSitters pricing guide covers every tier. The booking fee specifically is worth understanding before you decide which plan suits you. And if you want to understand the full cost of house sitting across all platforms, the house sitting fees guide puts everything in context.
Third, competition: platforms with lower membership numbers tend to have fewer applicants per listing, which can make it easier to land sits when you are starting out.
The Alternatives by Region and Volume
The listing counts below are from June 2026. They change regularly.
Global and Multi-Region Platforms
Nomador The largest alternative to THS for international sits. Nomador is particularly strong in France, Belgium, French-speaking Canada, and French-speaking Switzerland, but its listings span Europe and beyond. If you are planning time in France or Francophone Europe, Nomador is worth treating as your primary platform rather than a secondary one. Plans: Discovery €89/year (or €34 for 3 months), Standard €149/year, Premium €189/year.
MindMyHouse US$29/year The most affordable paid platform on this list at US$29 per year. The review system requires recipient approval before a testimonial publishes, which means negative feedback can be blocked, but it also means less competitive pressure on new profiles. A useful low-cost entry point for someone testing house sitting for the first time.
House Carers ~US$50/year One of the longest-running house sitting platforms, in operation since 2000. Written testimonials only with no star ratings, and the platform moderates content before it goes live. Low volume but very low competition. Worth running as a background platform alongside a higher-volume primary.
House Sit Match £89–£169/year Small volume with a global spread. Limited competition is the main advantage. Best used as a supplementary platform rather than a primary one.
Luxury House Sitting US$45/year Very small listing count, focused on high-end properties. Homeowners here expect vetted, experienced sitters. The sits can be exceptional but the volume does not justify a membership unless you specifically want premium properties and have the review history to compete.
Australian Platforms
Aussie House Sitters AU$89/year | code HSG15 for 15% off The dominant domestic platform for Australia with the highest listing volume in the country. If your travel plans are focused on Australia, this is the right platform to build your review history on. Strong regional coverage including coastal and rural areas that THS often underserves. The double-blind review system is fair and well-designed.
Mindahome AU (visit for current pricing) A strong domestic alternative to Aussie House Sitters with competitive national volume. Worth checking alongside Aussie House Sitters. In some specific locations (such as the Gold Coast), Mindahome has more listings than Aussie House Sitters at any given time. Our Gold Coast guide covers this comparison in detail.
UK Platforms
House Sitters UK £29/year | code HSG15 for 15% off The largest domestic UK platform by listing volume. A 14-day review window with no double-blind system, but one notable feature: homeowners can "feature" one review to pin it at the top of their profile, which is useful for counterbalancing an older negative review. A sensible primary platform for UK-focused sitters.
Mindahome UK £20/year Smaller UK-focused platform. Low competition is the main advantage. Best used as a secondary platform alongside House Sitters UK.
New Zealand
Kiwi House Sitters NZ$89/year | code HSG15 for 15% off The primary platform for New Zealand. Uses a double-blind review system so neither party can see the other's review until both have submitted. Good coverage across both islands. The only meaningful option for New Zealand-specific sits.
North American Platforms
House Sitters America US$49/year | code HSG15 for 15% off US-specific platform with no applicant cap, which means listings stay visible longer than on THS. Less competition per listing than THS for most US markets. Worth running alongside THS for US sits.
Canada House Sitters US$59/year | code HSG15 for 15% off Canada-focused platform with a similar structure to House Sitters America. A useful primary platform for Canada-specific sits, though THS has significantly more Canadian listings for anyone wanting international coverage.
Listings by Country (April 2026)
The global listing counts above show which platforms exist. The tables below show which platforms are actually useful in specific countries. These figures change regularly. Use them for orientation, not as a guarantee.
Australia
| Platform | Australia listings | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aussie House Sitters | ~1,350 | AU$89/year | Use code HSG15 for 15% off. Highest domestic volume. |
| Mindahome AU | ~920 | ~AU$69/year | Strong alternative, competitive national volume. |
| Nomador | ~1 | From €89/year | Not relevant for Australia. |
| TrustedHouseSitters | ~580 | US$129–$259/year | Use our 25% discount. Best if planning international travel too. |
United States
| Platform | US listings | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| House Sitters America | ~147 | US$49/year | Use code HSG15 for 15% off. No applicant cap. |
| MindMyHouse | ~75 | US$29/year | Low cost, low competition. |
| Nomador | ~80 | From €89/year | Small US presence. |
| House Carers | ~40 | ~US$50/year | Low volume, low competition. |
| Luxury House Sitting | ~7 | US$45/year | Premium properties only. |
| TrustedHouseSitters | ~6,800 | US$129–$259/year | Dominant platform by far. Use our 25% discount. |
United Kingdom
| Platform | UK listings | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| House Sitters UK | ~620 | £29/year | Use code HSG15 for 15% off. Best domestic-only option. |
| Mindahome UK | ~75 | £20/year | Good secondary platform. |
| Nomador | ~20 | From €89/year | Small UK presence. |
| House Sit Match | ~23 | £89–£169/year | Low volume. |
| TrustedHouseSitters | ~3,700 | US$129–$259/year | Claim 25% discount. Largest UK volume — listed here for comparison. |
Canada
| Platform | Canada listings | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada House Sitters | ~220 | US$59/year | Use code HSG15 for 15% off. Canada-specific. |
| Nomador | ~30 | From €89/year | Small but present, particularly Quebec. |
| House Carers | ~5 | ~US$50/year | Low volume. |
| MindMyHouse | ~11 | US$29/year | Very low Canada volume. |
| TrustedHouseSitters | ~485 | US$129–$259/year | Use our 25% discount. Best if also travelling internationally. |
New Zealand
| Platform | NZ listings | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kiwi House Sitters | ~490 | NZ$89/year | Use code HSG15 for 15% off. Dominant domestic platform. |
| MindMyHouse | ~1 | US$29/year | Minimal NZ presence. |
| Nomador | 0 | From €89/year | No NZ listings. |
| House Carers | 0 | ~US$50/year | No NZ listings. |
| TrustedHouseSitters | ~107 | US$129–$259/year | Claim 25% discount. Useful if also travelling internationally. |
Europe
| Platform | Europe listings | Annual fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nomador | ~1,500 | From €89/year | ~1000+ in France alone. The dominant platform for Francophone Europe. |
| MindMyHouse | ~110 | US$29/year | Reasonable European presence at very low cost. |
| House Carers | ~15 | ~US$50/year | Low volume. |
| House Sit Match | ~7 | £89–£169/year | Minimal presence. |
| Luxury House Sitting | ~4 | US$45/year | Premium properties only. |
| TrustedHouseSitters | ~400 | US$129–$259/year | Claim 25% discount. Lower European volume than Nomador but global coverage. |
Platform Comparison at a Glance
Listing counts as of June 2026. Figures change regularly.
| Platform | Listings | Annual fee | HSG15 discount? | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nomador | ~1,750 | €89–€189/year | No | France and French-speaking Europe |
| Aussie House Sitters | ~1,350 | AU$89/year | Yes — 15% off | Australia |
| House Sitters UK | ~620 | £29/year | Yes — 15% off | United Kingdom |
| Kiwi House Sitters | ~490 | NZ$89/year | Yes — 15% off | New Zealand |
| MindMyHouse | ~250 | US$29/year | No | Budget entry point, global |
| Canada House Sitters | ~220 | US$59/year | Yes — 15% off | Canada |
| House Sitters America | ~147 | US$49/year | Yes — 15% off | United States |
| House Carers | ~75 | ~US$50/year | No | Low-competition global |
| Mindahome UK | ~75 | £20/year | No | United Kingdom secondary |
| House Sit Match | ~25 | £89–£169/year | No | Supplementary global |
| Luxury House Sitting | ~14 | US$45/year | No | Premium properties only |
Aussie House Sitters vs TrustedHouseSitters
For Australian sitters specifically, this comparison matters more than any other.
Aussie House Sitters currently carries around 1,350 ~listings in Australia. THS has significantly fewer Australian-specific listings despite its larger global base.
The annual fee for Aussie House Sitters is AU$89, with code HSG15 giving 15% off. Sign up through this link and use code HSG15 at checkout for 15% off your membership. Using the link and the code together generates a small commission for this site at no extra cost to you. That is what keeps these guides free and the articles coming.
THS charges US$169 on the Standard plan plus a per-sit booking fee on top.
If you are based in Australia or planning an extended trip there, Aussie House Sitters is worth running as your primary platform rather than a secondary one. Our Aussie House Sitters pricing review covers the platform in detail.
For international travel beyond Australia, THS still has the volume advantage. The pragmatic approach is to hold both memberships. The combined cost is still less than THS Premium alone, and you get the full Australian market plus global coverage in return. Our guide on house sitting without pets is also worth reading if you are open to sits beyond the standard dog and cat arrangement.
Browse First, Then Sign Up
The most important advice on this page is simple: do not sign up to anything until you have browsed first.
Every platform listed here allows you to view listings without a membership. Before spending a single dollar, spend a few days checking the listing counts in the locations and dates you are targeting. When you see listings that match your plans, that is the platform to join. Sign up through our links or discount codes at that point to get the best available rate.
We do not recommend signing up to multiple platforms simultaneously. The reason is review concentration. A single profile with 12 strong reviews is worth more than three profiles with four reviews each. Homeowners read review history carefully and a concentrated, consistent record is more compelling than a thin history spread across several platforms.
Platforms we would not recommend paying for
A few platforms on this page are not worth the signup cost given their listing counts. House Sit Match (£89–£169/year, ~25 listings), Luxury House Sitting (US$45/year, ~14 listings), and House Carers (~US$50/year, ~75 listings) all charge fees that are difficult to justify when MindMyHouse offers broader coverage at US$29/year. For the same or less money, MindMyHouse gives you access to a significantly larger pool of listings globally. We have included these platforms in the tables for completeness, but we would not actively recommend signing up for any of them.
On the Code HSG15 with our link
Where you see HSG15 listed next to a platform above, you can use that code at signup for 15% off the membership fee with our link. This applies to Aussie House Sitters, House Sitters UK, Kiwi House Sitters, House Sitters America, and Canada House Sitters. It is a meaningful saving, particularly on platforms where the annual fee is already lower than THS.
TrustedHouseSitters: The Elephant in the Room
We have deliberately placed THS at the bottom of this article because this page is about alternatives. But it would be dishonest not to address the market reality directly.
THS dominates house sitting in a way that can be frustrating. It has more listings than every other global platform combined. Its five-application limit means high-demand sits fill before you have even seen them. Its annual fee (US$129 to $259) is significantly higher than most alternatives. When one platform has this much market share, it creates a dependency that some sitters reasonably find uncomfortable.
At the same time, that dominance is also a benefit for sitters who choose to use it. Having 9,000-plus active listings on a single platform means you can build your entire review history in one place, accessible to homeowners everywhere in the world. That single profile, once established, opens doors that no combination of regional platforms can match.
And when you put the cost in perspective: US$259 for THS Premium with our 25% discount comes to around US$194 per year. One week in a hostel, Airbnb, or mid-range hotel in most major cities costs more than that amount. House sitting, even at THS Premium rates, is by far the most affordable way to travel long-term. The fee only feels expensive when you compare it to other platforms rather than to what it replaces.
If you are sitting internationally and want global coverage, TrustedHouseSitters with our 25% discount is the right platform. If you are sitting in one country and do not need global reach, the alternatives above offer real value at a lower cost.
Our full TrustedHouseSitters review covers the platform in detail if you want to understand it before deciding.
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Caro and I have completed 20 house sits across 12 countries, driven 19,000km across Europe in our 1998 VW T4, and saved over $26,500 in accommodation costs over three years of house sitting. If you want personalised advice on platforms, send us a message on Instagram, we read every DM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best TrustedHouseSitters alternative?
It depends on where you are sitting. For France and French-speaking Europe, Nomador. For Australia, Aussie House Sitters (code HSG15 for 15% off with link). For the UK, House Sitters UK (code HSG15 with link). For New Zealand, Kiwi House Sitters (code HSG15 with link). For the US, House Sitters America alongside THS. For the lowest-cost entry point globally, MindMyHouse at US$29/year.
Is it worth paying for TrustedHouseSitters when cheaper alternatives exist?
Yes, if your plans include international travel. THS is significantly more expensive than most alternatives, but its listing volume and global coverage are unmatched. For domestic travel in Australia, the UK, or New Zealand, the regional alternatives offer better value. Use our 25% discount on THS if you do sign up.
Should I join multiple platforms at once?
Not initially. Build your review history on one platform first. A profile with 12 reviews on one platform is more compelling than profiles with four reviews each on three platforms. Browse several platforms before committing and choose the one with the listings you want. Add a second platform only when your needs actually require it.
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