Octorate is a comprehensive Italian channel manager with booking engine, smart pricing and hotel automation modules. BNB Pilot offers a lighter alternative designed for independent hosts managing their rentals directly.
| Criterion | Octorate | BNB Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Public pricing | ≈€49/property/month for Channel Manager + Booking Engine, extra modules like OctoSite or Smart Check-In priced separately | Starter free (1 property) / Pro from €4.99 excl. VAT for early adopters |
| Onboarding | Customer success-assisted onboarding, full OTA and payment setup (1–2 weeks) | Guided setup, under 1 hour per property (Stripe + sync) |
| Calendar sync | Multiple API connectors, rate engine and PMS partnerships | Two-way iCal, direct booking availability, exports compatible OTA |
| Direct bookings | Responsive site and booking engine, payments via Stripe/PayPal | Stripe Checkout, mini-site + widget, traveler form, owner handoff |
| Operations | OctoApp for housekeeping with hotel-style workflows and limited checklists | Mobile checklists, photo proof, per-stay status tracking |
| Support | IT/EN support via chat and phone, detailed knowledge base | Human support (EN/FR), documentation, onboarding help |
| Data & analytics | Revenue reports, channel mix, Excel exports and BI integrations | Revenue reports, CSV exports, owner reports, custom filters |
Octorate focuses on: hospitality-oriented solution: channel manager, booking engine and smart check-in tools ; multiple modules (Revenue, Agent, App) sold separately depending on needs. BNB Pilot stands out with: operations and field coordination ; starter free (1 property) / Pro from €4.99 excl. VAT for early adopters. 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.
