Hostfully
- • Cloud PMS with automations, reservation pipeline and native guidebook integrations.
- • PMS plans plus paid Guidebook option, direct booking fees apply.
- • US-based support, comprehensive yet dense interface with rich documentation.
Hostfully combines an operations-focused PMS with popular guest guidebooks in North America. Octorate is a comprehensive Italian channel manager with booking engine, smart pricing and hotel automation modules. Compare their approaches to run your short-term rentals.
Cross-analysis updated October 2025 using public sources and independent host feedback.
Criterion | Hostfully | Octorate |
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Public pricing | 109 USD/month (≤4 properties) + 14 USD per extra + 1 % on direct bookings, guidebooks priced separately | ≈€49/property/month for Channel Manager + Booking Engine, extra modules like OctoSite or Smart Check-In priced separately |
Onboarding | Assisted onboarding (webinars, sessions) over 2–3 weeks recommended | Customer success-assisted onboarding, full OTA and payment setup (1–2 weeks) |
Calendar sync | API connectors for Airbnb/Vrbo/Booking plus iCal, many integrations | Multiple API connectors, rate engine and PMS partnerships |
Direct bookings | White-label site with Stripe/Authorize payments and per-booking fees | Responsive site and booking engine, payments via Stripe/PayPal |
Operations | Task pipeline, owner portal, basic checklists without dedicated mobile app | OctoApp for housekeeping with hotel-style workflows and limited checklists |
Support | US/EN support, extensive help centre, premium plan with account manager | IT/EN support via chat and phone, detailed knowledge base |
Data & analytics | Financial reporting, QuickBooks/Xero integration, CSV and API exports | Revenue reports, channel mix, Excel exports and BI integrations |
Hostfully focuses on: cloud PMS with automations, reservation pipeline and native guidebook integrations ; PMS plans plus paid Guidebook option, direct booking fees apply. Octorate stands out with: hospitality-oriented solution: channel manager, booking engine and smart check-in tools ; multiple modules (Revenue, Agent, App) sold separately depending on needs. 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.