Beds24 is a highly configurable European channel manager, loved by pros for advanced rules and integrations. Lodgify helps you launch a branded direct-booking website with an integrated channel manager. Compare their approaches to run your short-term rentals.
Cross-analysis updated October 2025 using public sources and independent host feedback.
| Criterion | Beds24 | Lodgify |
|---|---|---|
| Public pricing | ≈€11 per property/month (bundles plus paid modules such as automation, API, booking engine) | Essential plan ≈€34 excl. VAT/month + 1.9% per direct booking |
| Onboarding | Detailed setup for rates, restrictions and OTA mapping — expect 1 to 2 days of adjustments | Website creation, design tweaks and OTA mapping (2–4 hours) |
| Calendar sync | Numerous API connectors plus iCal with granular rate and availability control | API channel manager (Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo) plus iCal fallback |
| Direct bookings | Customisable booking engine, payments through external gateways (Stripe, PayPal…) | Lodgify website with online payments, coupons and upsells |
| Operations | Automatic tasks and ICS exports, no mobile checklists or team app | Marketing and email automations, limited native field tools |
| Support | Ticket support in EN/DE, detailed docs, active user forum | Chat/email support (EN/ES) during business hours |
| Data & analytics | Detailed financial reports, multiple exports, full API | Website marketing reports, conversion tracking, Google Analytics integrations |
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). Lodgify stands out with: website builder with templates, booking engine and integrated payments ; API channel manager for Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo plus iCal fallback. 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.
