Software comparison

Hospitable vs BNB Pilot: the 2025 comparison for independent hosts

Hospitable (ex Smartbnb) shines on automated messaging and multi-OTA management without heavy setup. BNB Pilot adds an operations calendar, field checklists and a commission-free direct booking mini-site made for independent hosts.

💶 Pricing: Hospitable starts at 40 USD/month for 2 listings then 6 USD per extra listing vs BNB Pilot Starter free / Pro €4.99 ex-VAT per month during launch, no commission.

✨ 2025 updates: revenue analytics, direct booking mini-site and mobile checklists included.

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Updated October 2025 using public sources and independent host feedback.

Positioning of both solutions

Hospitable at a glance

• Powerful automated messaging and instant guest replies across OTAs.
• Channel manager for Airbnb/Vrbo/Booking plus smart lock and dynamic pricing partners.
• No advanced field tools; operations handled via spreadsheets and external integrations.

BNB Pilot in short

• Built in France for independent hosts managing 1 to 30 properties directly.
• Unified calendar, mobile checklists, revenue analytics and a direct booking mini-site.
• Fast human support (chat, video, Slack) with a roadmap shaped with early hosts.

Comparison table: Hospitable vs BNB Pilot

Criterion	Hospitable	BNB Pilot
Public pricing	140 USD/month for 2 listings + 6 USD per additional listing (monthly or annual)	✓Starter free (1 property) or Pro €4.99 ex-VAT per month during launch, zero commission
Onboarding	2Guided setup of message templates and OTA connectors, under 2 hours	✓iCal import assistant, checklist templates, get started in < 30 minutes
Calendar sync	3API connections to Airbnb/Booking/Vrbo plus iCal with auto checks	✓Automated iCal sync (up to every 10 minutes), ICS/CSV exports, conflict detection
Direct bookings	4Simple booking site, Stripe payments, limited local tax management	✓BNB Pilot mini-site, instant quotes, secure Stripe payments and local tax handling
Operations	5Task reminders and Turno/Operto integrations, no native checklists	✓Real-time operations board, mobile checklists, photo validation and team alerts
Support	6EN support 7 days via chat, webinars and Facebook community	✓Direct FR/EN support, Slack/video calls, replies < 24 business hours
Data & analytics	7Messaging/booking dashboards, CSV export, no advanced financial analytics	✓Revenue & occupancy analytics, CSV/ICS exports, change logs

Why hosts switch to BNB Pilot

Unified smart calendar

Week and month views with conflict alerts, notes and checklists on every stay so nothing slips.

Field operations board

Mobile checklists, timestamped photos and co-host validations guide every teammate on site.

Direct bookings & analytics

Direct booking mini-site with Stripe payments and revenue dashboards to track performance.

Suggested migration plan

1. Export your key templates
Download Hospitable message sequences and note the triggers you must keep.
2. Rebuild cadence in BNB Pilot
Configure email/SMS scenarios, assign checklists and share them with teammates.
3. Monitor for a week
Let Hospitable idle for 7 days, make sure each booking fires the right action before switching off.

Need a hand? Email contact@bnb-pilot.com for a guided migration.

Frequently asked questions

Can I reuse my Hospitable templates?

Yes. Paste your sequences into BNB Pilot and leverage stay variables (times, codes, payment links) for personalisation.

Does BNB Pilot automate messaging?

BNB Pilot schedules emails/SMS, shows the full thread in each stay file and supports manual or automated replies.

How do I supervise field teams?

Mobile checklists with photo proofs, timestamps and alerts help managers follow every task in real time.

Is French support available?

Yes. The team answers in French/English via chat and video to guide your migration.

Run your stays with BNB Pilot

A calm command centre with a clear calendar, field checklists and unlimited exports for your short-term rentals.

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