Lodgify profile
- • 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.
Software comparison
Lodgify vs BNB Pilot: website builder or operations cockpit?
Lodgify helps you launch a branded direct-booking website with an integrated channel manager. BNB Pilot keeps your field operations, direct bookings and analytics under one lightweight interface.
💶 Pricing: Lodgify Essential ≈€34 excl. VAT/month + 1.9% per direct booking vs BNB Pilot Starter free / Pro €4.99 excl. VAT per month during launch, no commission.
✨ 2025 updates: BNB Pilot now includes revenue analytics, direct booking mini-site and mobile checklists.
Updated October 2025 with public benchmarks and feedback from independent hosts.
Where each solution shines
BNB Pilot in short
- • Built for independent hosts managing 1–30 rentals without agency overhead.
- • Smart agenda, mobile checklists, revenue analytics and direct booking mini-site.
- • Human support (chat, video, Slack) and community-driven roadmap.
Comparison table: Lodgify vs BNB Pilot
| Criterion | Lodgify | BNB Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Public pricing | 1Essential plan ≈€34 excl. VAT/month + 1.9% per direct booking | ✓Starter free (1 property) or Pro €4.99 excl. VAT/month during launch, zero commission |
| Onboarding | 2Website creation, design tweaks and OTA mapping (2–4 hours) | ✓iCal import assistant, checklist templates, up and running in under 30 minutes |
| Calendar sync | 3API channel manager (Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo) plus iCal fallback | ✓Automated iCal sync (every 10 min), ICS/CSV exports, conflict detection |
| Direct bookings | 4Lodgify website with online payments, coupons and upsells | ✓BNB Pilot mini-site, instant quotes, secure Stripe payments and local tax handling |
| Operations | 5Marketing and email automations, limited native field tools | ✓Real-time ops board, mobile checklists, photo validation and team alerts |
| Support | 6Chat/email support (EN/ES) during business hours | ✓Direct FR/EN support, Slack/video touchpoints, replies within 24 business hours |
| Data & analytics | 7Website marketing reports, conversion tracking, Google Analytics integrations | ✓Revenue and occupancy analytics, CSV/ICS exports, change logs |
Why hosts switch to BNB Pilot
Unified smart agenda
Week/month views, conflict alerts, notes and checklists attached to each stay.
Field operations board
Mobile checklists, time-stamped photos and co-host validations to brief cleaners and partners.
Direct bookings & analytics
Commission-free booking mini-site with Stripe payments, revenue dashboards and unlimited exports.
Suggested migration path
- 1. Quick audit
List the Lodgify automations and website assets you actually use; export bookings and iCal feeds.
- 2. Configure BNB Pilot
Import calendars, enable the smart agenda, set up checklists and publish the direct booking page. Expected setup time: 30 minutes.
- 3. Parallel run
Keep Lodgify live while testing BNB Pilot direct bookings, then progressively shut down redundant automations.
Looking for assistance? Email contact@bnb-pilot.com for an assisted migration.
Frequently asked questions
Does BNB Pilot include a website builder like Lodgify?
BNB Pilot focuses on operations: the direct booking mini-site is lightweight and commission-free, live in minutes. For advanced CMS features, keep your existing site and embed the booking widget.
Can I keep syncing OTAs?
Yes. BNB Pilot automates iCal import/export, monitors conflicts and shares team calendars. Targeted API connectors are being released in beta based on community demand.
What about payments and taxes?
Stripe handles checkout with deposits or full balance, while BNB Pilot tracks local taxes and sends automatic confirmations.
How responsive is support?
Chat and email in FR/EN, replies within 24 business hours, plus optional Slack channel and onboarding calls with the product team.
Run your stays with BNB Pilot
A clear agenda, field checklists and unlimited exports to stay hands-on with your rentals.