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Rentals United vs BNB Pilot: the 2025 comparison for independent hosts

Rentals United targets multi-site managers with global OTA distribution, revenue tools and agency connectors. BNB Pilot focuses on local teams who need clear field operations and commission-free direct bookings.

💶 Pricing: Rentals United starts around €130 per month (up to 20 listings) plus activation fees per channel 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

Rentals United at a glance

  • • Global OTA distribution platform with premium connectors and agency partnerships.
  • • Annual contracts, activation fees and dedicated account management.
  • • Built for large portfolios: detailed reporting, open API and many 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: Rentals United vs BNB Pilot

Criterion Rentals United BNB Pilot
Public pricing 1≈€130/month up to 20 listings + activation fees and revenue management options ✓Starter free (1 property) or Pro €4.99 ex-VAT per month during launch, zero commission
Onboarding 2Audit and dedicated onboarding (2–4 weeks) with contractual setup per OTA ✓iCal import assistant, checklist templates, get started in < 30 minutes
Calendar sync 3Real-time API connections, advanced rate mapping, multi-currency ✓Automated iCal sync (up to every 10 minutes), ICS/CSV exports, conflict detection
Direct bookings 4Optional booking engine with payments via partner gateways ✓BNB Pilot mini-site, instant quotes, secure Stripe payments and local tax handling
Operations 5Limited tasking; relies on PMS partners for field execution ✓Real-time operations board, mobile checklists, photo validation and team alerts
Support 6Dedicated account manager, EN support, professional SLAs ✓Direct FR/EN support, Slack/video calls, replies < 24 business hours
Data & analytics 7Revenue dashboards, OTA comparisons, BI exports and API ✓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. 1. Review OTA contracts

    List mission-critical channels and obligations before scheduling the migration.

  2. 2. Set up BNB Pilot

    Create properties, import iCal feeds, launch your mini-site and share access with field teams.

  3. 3. Plan the sunset

    After a week in parallel, terminate Rentals United channels and update OTA listings with BNB Pilot links.

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

Frequently asked questions

Can BNB Pilot replace a pro channel manager?

BNB Pilot covers iCal sync and commission-free direct bookings. For premium OTAs you can keep Rentals United or a partner until dedicated connectors arrive.

How do I handle complex pricing?

Generate rates in your revenue tool, then import via CSV or the BNB Pilot API (beta) or adjust directly in the calendar.

Can I keep Rentals United for some channels?

Yes. You can retain Rentals United on strategic OTAs while using BNB Pilot for direct sales and ops, then transition when ready.

What migration support does BNB Pilot provide?

A product specialist tracks your migration, double-checks calendars and can coach your team via live workshops.

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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