Summitly vs REALTOR.ca: What's the Difference?
About REALTOR.ca: REALTOR.ca is the national listings website operated by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), showing active MLS® listings across Canada.
The short answer
REALTOR.ca is the trusted national home of active MLS® listings, operated by CREA. Summitly shows active MLS® listings too, but adds the tools that help you actually decide and transact: AI valuations from Zara, sold history and comparables, market reports, an AI copilot, and a licensed RECO brokerage (Coldwell Banker Summit Realty) whose agents represent you. Think of REALTOR.ca as the listings directory and Summitly as the full platform built around a brokerage.
Summitly vs REALTOR.ca, at a glance
| Summitly | REALTOR.ca | |
|---|---|---|
| Active MLS® listings | Yes — live | Yes — the national MLS® directory |
| Sold history & comparables | Yes (some gated behind a free login) | Not the focus |
| AI valuation & copilot | Zara estimate + 24/7 AI assistant | Listing search |
| Market reports | City-by-city, live data | Not the focus |
| Brokerage representation | Coldwell Banker Summit Realty agents | Directs you to a REALTOR®/brokerage |
Same listings, more to help you decide
Because Summitly is MLS®-connected, you see the active listings you'd expect — but wrapped in tools REALTOR.ca doesn't focus on: instant AI valuations, sold comparables, live market reports, and Zara to answer questions on demand. And when you're ready, a licensed Coldwell Banker Summit Realty agent represents you through the deal.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Summitly the same as REALTOR.ca?
Both show active MLS® listings, but Summitly adds AI valuations, sold history and comparables, live market reports, an AI copilot (Zara), and a licensed RECO brokerage (Coldwell Banker Summit Realty) whose agents can represent you — so it's a full platform rather than a listings directory.
Where does Summitly's listing data come from?
Active listings and market data are sourced from the MLS® and refreshed regularly. Some sold data is gated behind a free login in line with real estate board rules.
This comparison reflects Summitly's offering and publicly available, general information; brokerage and platform features, commission structures and terms vary by office and change over time — verify current details with each company directly. Summitly is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsoring the other companies named. All trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners.