Beds24 is a highly configurable European channel manager, loved by pros for advanced rules and integrations. Guesty for Hosts (formerly YourPorter) extends the Guesty ecosystem to fast-growing agencies. Compare their approaches to run your short-term rentals.
Cross-analysis updated October 2025 using public sources and independent host feedback.
| Criterion | Beds24 | Guesty for Hosts |
|---|---|---|
| Public pricing | ≈€11 per property/month (bundles plus paid modules such as automation, API, booking engine) | Quote-based (up to 5% commission plus setup fees) |
| Onboarding | Detailed setup for rates, restrictions and OTA mapping — expect 1 to 2 days of adjustments | Guided onboarding, 2 to 6 weeks |
| Calendar sync | Numerous API connectors plus iCal with granular rate and availability control | Full channel manager for Airbnb / Booking.com / Vrbo and more |
| Direct bookings | Customisable booking engine, payments through external gateways (Stripe, PayPal…) | Guesty sites and booking engine, configured by their team with dedicated fees |
| Operations | Automatic tasks and ICS exports, no mobile checklists or team app | Optional agency module with advanced workflows |
| Support | Ticket support in EN/DE, detailed docs, active user forum | International (EN) support depending on contract |
| Data & analytics | Detailed financial reports, multiple exports, full API | Advanced API, partner marketplace |
Beds24 focuses on: configurable channel manager with many OTAs, derived rates and advanced automations ; a la carte pricing with paid modules (automation, API, booking engine). Guesty for Hosts stands out with: channel manager plus inbox and automation toolkit for growing property managers ; quote-based pricing with commission per booking and optional onboarding fees. This comparison highlights the key criteria to help you pick the right stack for your portfolio.
Clear scheduling, mobile checklists and unlimited exports to run your stays without commission.
