Guesty for Hosts (formerly YourPorter) extends the Guesty ecosystem to fast-growing agencies. Uplisting serves multi-OTA managers with a robust channel manager, smart pricing and advanced messaging. Compare their approaches to run your short-term rentals.
Cross-analysis updated October 2025 using public sources and independent host feedback.
| Criterion | Guesty for Hosts | Uplisting |
|---|---|---|
| Public pricing | Quote-based (up to 5% commission plus setup fees) | Standard plan ≈100 USD/month (5 properties) + 8 USD per additional unit, billed annually |
| Onboarding | Guided onboarding, 2 to 6 weeks | Dedicated onboarding (webinars, 1:1 sessions) plus multi-OTA setup (about 2–4 hours) |
| Calendar sync | Full channel manager for Airbnb / Booking.com / Vrbo and more | Near real-time API connectors with iCal fallback |
| Direct bookings | Guesty sites and booking engine, configured by their team with dedicated fees | White-label site, upsells, Stripe checkout with card holds |
| Operations | Optional agency module with advanced workflows | Tasks and assignments, basic cleaning app, limited checklists |
| Support | International (EN) support depending on contract | EN support 24/5, onboarding manager, detailed knowledge base |
| Data & analytics | Advanced API, partner marketplace | Revenue reports, Zapier integrations, webhooks and CSV exports |
Guesty for Hosts focuses on: channel manager plus inbox and automation toolkit for growing property managers ; quote-based pricing with commission per booking and optional onboarding fees. Uplisting stands out with: premium channel manager with near real-time API connectors, automated messaging and smart pricing ; direct booking site and Stripe checkout with anti-fraud protections. 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.
