Both use official ACRIS data. RegWatch adds 10 more agencies, instant abstracts, and cross-referencing.
Last updated: March 2026 · 9.4M+ properties indexed
ACRIS is NYC's official system for recorded property documents — deeds, mortgages, liens, and UCC filings. It's free and authoritative, but it only covers title records and its interface is dated.
Data scope: ACRIS = title records only. RegWatch = ACRIS + DOB + HPD + DOF + DCP + 6 more agencies.
Interface: ACRIS has a basic search form. RegWatch provides a modern, organized property profile with tabs.
Abstracts: ACRIS shows raw document records. RegWatch generates structured 11-section title abstracts automatically.
Cross-referencing: ACRIS doesn't connect to other agencies. RegWatch links ECB liens to violations, DOF balances to lien risk, etc.
Cost: ACRIS is free. RegWatch reports start at $5.
ACRIS is excellent for direct document lookups, and RegWatch uses the same data. RegWatch's value is in combining ACRIS with 10 other agencies, generating instant abstracts, and providing the cross-referencing that makes property research truly comprehensive.
RegWatch and ACRIS serve different purposes. RegWatch excels at aggregating data from 270+ NYC agencies into one search with automated reports and monitoring.
Yes. Many professionals use RegWatch alongside other tools. RegWatch handles the data aggregation layer while other tools may offer specialized features.
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