Frequently asked questions

RentBear is a rental alert service for the Netherlands. We scan 100+ rental websites around the clock and notify you by email or WhatsApp the moment a listing matches your search criteria — so you can respond before anyone else.

Premium users get alerts within 1 minute of a listing going live. Free users get alerts for listings from the previous day. In a market where good rentals disappear in hours, that speed difference matters.

We monitor over 100 sources, including Funda, Pararius, Huurwoningen.nl, Kamernet, and dozens of local agency sites. We add new sources regularly. You set your filters once and we check them all for you.

Yes — being first to respond is the single biggest advantage in the Dutch rental market. Landlords often stop accepting applications after the first few responses. Our users typically find a rental within 2 to 4 weeks of starting their search.

Yes. You set your preferred city, neighborhoods, price range, number of rooms, and property type. RentBear only sends you listings that match — no irrelevant results cluttering your inbox.

All users get email alerts. Premium users also get WhatsApp notifications, which means you see new listings on your phone instantly — no need to check your email.

We only scan established, verified rental platforms — not Facebook groups, WhatsApp chats, or unverified sources where scams are common. That said, always verify a listing before sending money or personal documents.

Yes. RentBear is available in English, and many of our users are expats moving to the Netherlands. We cover all major cities including Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, The Hague, and Eindhoven.

Yes, cancel with one click from your account settings. No cancellation fees, no questions asked. Your access stays active until the end of your billing period.

You would need to check 100+ websites multiple times per day to match what RentBear does automatically every minute. We save you hours of manual searching and make sure you never miss a listing — even at 3 AM.

RentBear has a free plan that costs nothing. Premium plans start at €7.99 per month. The 3-month plan gives you a bonus month free (pay for 2, get 3). No hidden fees, no commission.

The free plan gives you email alerts for listings from the previous day, access to 100+ websites, and basic search filters. It is a good way to explore the platform before upgrading.

Premium plans deliver alerts within 1 minute of a listing going live, add WhatsApp notifications so you never miss a listing on your phone, and include priority support. Everything else (100+ websites, full filters, no commission) is included in all plans.

If you are actively searching, the 3-month plan is the best value: you pay for 2 months and get the third free. Most users find a rental within 2 to 4 weeks, so even 1 month is usually enough — but the 3-month plan gives you peace of mind.

Yes. You can upgrade from free to premium, or switch between the 1-month and 3-month plans at any time. Upgrades take effect immediately. Downgrades apply at the end of your current billing period.

We accept all major credit and debit cards. Payments are processed securely and you can update your payment method anytime from your account settings.

We do not offer refunds, but you can cancel anytime with no penalty. Since the free plan lets you try RentBear before paying, you can see exactly how it works before committing to a premium plan.

None. RentBear charges zero commission on any rental you find. The subscription price is all you pay — no setup fee, no per-listing fee, no surprise charges.