iGMS
- • Messaging-centric platform with automated emails/SMS and task management.
- • API channel manager for Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com plus basic direct booking tools.
- • Mobile apps for cleaners with simple to-do lists and limited field workflows.
Where each solution shines
Lodgify
- • Website builder with templates, booking engine and integrated payments.
- • API channel manager for Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo plus iCal fallback.
- • Emphasis on marketing automations; limited native field operations tooling.
Comparison table: iGMS vs Lodgify
| Criterion | iGMS | Lodgify |
|---|---|---|
| Public pricing | Flexible plans: 32 USD/property/month (annual) or 40 USD monthly plus outbound SMS fees | Essential plan ≈€34 excl. VAT/month + 1.9% per direct booking |
| Onboarding | Guided onboarding, OTA mapping and template configuration (about 2–3 hours) | Website creation, design tweaks and OTA mapping (2–4 hours) |
| Calendar sync | API connectors for Airbnb/Vrbo/Booking plus iCal with frequent refresh | API channel manager (Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo) plus iCal fallback |
| Direct bookings | Simple booking site with Stripe payments and limited local tax handling | Lodgify website with online payments, coupons and upsells |
| Operations | Cleaner to-dos and activity log, no detailed mobile tasks or photo proofs | Marketing and email automations, limited native field tools |
| Support | Global EN support, chat/email weekdays, lively Facebook community | Chat/email support (EN/ES) during business hours |
| Data & analytics | Basic revenue/occupancy reports, CSV export, limited integrations | Website marketing reports, conversion tracking, Google Analytics integrations |
How to choose between iGMS and Lodgify?
iGMS focuses on: messaging-centric platform with automated emails/SMS and task management ; API channel manager for Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com plus basic direct booking tools. 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.
Choose iGMS if…
- • Messaging-centric platform with automated emails/SMS and task management.
- • API channel manager for Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com plus basic direct booking tools.
- • Mobile apps for cleaners with simple to-do lists and limited field workflows.
Choose Lodgify if…
- • Website builder with templates, booking engine and integrated payments.
- • API channel manager for Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo plus iCal fallback.
- • Emphasis on marketing automations; limited native field operations tooling.
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