The project dashboard is a free tool that is only available to verified hoteliers to make adopting new technology easier by streamlining their research and simplifying their communication workflow.
TLDR
We analyzed 370 verified hotelier reviews, compared feature sets, pricing, and real-world case studies to break down where each platform delivers. The right choice depends on your property type and priorities:
Assa Abloy shines .
Stayntouch shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for brand properties (4.9/5) , with exclusive features like Revenue management module and Ancillary revenue tracking.
Side-by-side ratings based on 370 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 370 verified reviews, Assa Abloy users most value its , while Stayntouch users highlight user-friendly interface, integration and onboarding, system performance and reliability. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Property Management Systems vendors for different property sizes, types, and regions — based on verified reviews from hoteliers in each segment.
By Hotel Size
| Segment | Assa Abloy |
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| Small (10-24 rooms) ▾ | — | #18 51 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #5 208 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #7 29 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | — | #2 58 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #6 220 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #6 180 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #3 152 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #14 17 reviews |
By Region
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| North America ▾ | — | #4 262 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #12 64 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | — | #21 3 reviews |
Choosing between Assa Abloy and Stayntouch for your hotel’s property management system hinges on your operational needs and strategic priorities. Both aim to streamline hotel management, but they differ sharply in scope and maturity. Assa Abloy, a well-known access control provider, offers a property management solution with limited reviews and features, primarily suited for integration with their core access products. In contrast, Stayntouch specializes exclusively in cloud-based PMS, with a robust set of features and a strong user base, making it the more proven choice for hotels seeking comprehensive management.
Are you seeking a mature, feature-rich PMS with proven scalability, or an access control provider expanding into hotel management? Your decision should align with your hotel’s size, complexity, and digital strategy.
Assa Abloy, primarily recognized for its access control and security solutions, ventures into property management with a minimal online presence and no recent reviews. It carries a zero-star rating from HotelTechReport, lacking user feedback on usability, support, or features. Stayntouch, on the other hand, boasts over 300 recent reviews with a 4.56/5 overall rating, a 4.7/5 ease of use score, and a 4.68/5 customer support rating, demonstrating a broad, satisfied user base.
This stark contrast indicates Stayntouch’s established position in hotel PMS, while Assa Abloy’s offering appears more experimental and less proven. Given the lack of recent user feedback, is Assa Abloy truly equipped for your hotel’s operational needs?
If your hotel requires a comprehensive, cloud-based PMS with extensive features, strong multi-property management, and proven customer satisfaction, go with Stayntouch. Its broad feature set (49 unique features) and extensive integrations support growth and complex operations. On the flip side, if your hotel’s primary need is access control, or if you prefer a system integrated with Assa Abloy’s security hardware, their solution might be worth exploring—though it remains untested in the broader PMS space.
For hotels prioritizing user experience, scalability, and ongoing support, Stayntouch’s proven track record makes it the clear choice over Assa Abloy’s limited and unreviewed offering.
Stayntouch is rated 4.7/5 for ease of use, with recent reviews praising its intuitive interface, quick onboarding, and mobile-friendly design. Users describe it as “easy to learn,” and “the most user-friendly screens out there,” with minimal training required. Assa Abloy’s PMS, by contrast, receives a 0/5 rating, with no recent reviews to gauge user experience or onboarding efficiency.
Given the insights from current users, it’s clear that Stayntouch’s interface and support make it easier for your staff to adopt quickly. Edge: Stayntouch.
Stayntouch offers 49 features tailored specifically for hotel operations, including revenue management, online check-in, guest messaging, group handling, and integrated payment solutions. Assa Abloy provides no unique or listed features, focusing mainly on access control hardware integration, with no independent PMS features available.
The depth and breadth of Stayntouch’s features—especially in guest experience, revenue, and operations—far surpass Assa Abloy’s limited offering. For a hotel looking for an all-in-one management platform, Edge: Stayntouch.
Stayntouch’s support and onboarding ratings stand at 4.68/5, with recent reviews highlighting excellent support, thorough onboarding, and quick issue resolution. Users describe their support team as “friendly,” “efficient,” and “always available,” making ongoing management smoother. Assa Abloy lacks recent user feedback or review data, making it impossible to assess their support quality.
Based on current data, Stayntouch’s support reputation is clearly superior. Edge: Stayntouch.
Stayntouch integrates with 188 verified partners, including popular revenue, channel management, and POS systems such as RoomPriceGenie, STAAH, and others. Assa Abloy has only one verified integration—Yanolja Cloud Solution—mainly related to access control hardware.
For hotels that rely on third-party integrations for seamless operations, Stayntouch’s extensive ecosystem is a significant advantage. Edge: Stayntouch.
With over 317 reviews in the last six months and a 4.56/5 rating from users, Stayntouch is clearly favored. Hotels across segments—especially boutique, branded, and independent properties—rate it highly for ease of use, features, and support. Assa Abloy, with no recent reviews, offers no data on user satisfaction.
Given the recent and high-volume feedback, Stayntouch’s user ratings are more reliable. Edge: Stayntouch.
Assa Abloy offers no publicly listed pricing, which may suggest a custom or hardware-focused model. Stayntouch charges a $800 monthly base fee, with no additional implementation or per-room fees.
For transparency and predictable budgeting, the clear pricing structure of Stayntouch favors hotels seeking clear-cost solutions. Assa Abloy’s opaque pricing leaves uncertainty. Edge: Stayntouch.
Not ideal if your hotel needs comprehensive management tools, extensive guest features, or multi-property oversight.
Not ideal if your hotel relies solely on hardware-based access control without digital management needs.
Stayntouch stands out as a mature, feature-rich, and well-supported PMS that has proven success across diverse hotel segments worldwide. Its extensive integrations and positive recent reviews make it a trusted choice for hotels aiming to elevate their operational efficiency and guest experience.
Assa Abloy’s property management offerings, although possibly suitable for access control, lack recent reviews, features, or proven performance in hotel management. It may serve niche hardware needs but isn’t equipped as a full PMS solution.
If your hotel seeks a reliable, user-friendly platform with broad capabilities, choose Stayntouch. If your focus is on access hardware alone, and you’re comfortable with limited digital management, Assa Abloy could suffice—but it’s not the recommended choice for operational growth.
Property Management Systems pricing is rarely straightforward. Here is what we know from each vendor's public pricing data. Always request a custom quote for your property size.
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| Starting Price | — | From $800/mo |
According to HTR's product database, Assa Abloy and Stayntouch share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 37 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 5 verified case studies to compare what hotels actually achieve with each platform across four key business objectives.
No published case study for this goal yet.
"Before leveraging Stayntouch PMS and Owner Relations, much of our old accounting processes were completed manually, including printing and hand-delivering statements to units, and..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"As an independent hotel that runs above 100% occupancy on many nights, the TWA Hotel finds Stayntouch integral to our operations."
What hoteliers love
The system's intuitive design allows for easy navigation, making it suitable for training new staff quickly. The visual and organizational elements ar... The system's intuitive design allows for easy navigation, making it suitable for training new staff quickly. The visual and organizational elements are highlighted as aiding faster task execution and enhancing staff capability, thus improving guest interactions.
Stayntouch is noted for its seamless integration and smooth onboarding processes, facilitated by individual support from staff like David and Julia. T... Stayntouch is noted for its seamless integration and smooth onboarding processes, facilitated by individual support from staff like David and Julia. The guidance provided by these individuals was deemed invaluable, particularly for system transition and setup.
Stayntouch is generally reliable without major outages, providing continuous support via the cloud. Although positive, some users express concerns ove... Stayntouch is generally reliable without major outages, providing continuous support via the cloud. Although positive, some users express concerns over the speed of addressing complex issues amidst rapid company growth.
Where hoteliers push back
While generally praised for accessible reports that support operations, users cite a need for more adaptive reporting features. Some reports lack deta... While generally praised for accessible reports that support operations, users cite a need for more adaptive reporting features. Some reports lack detail or are hard to manipulate, highlighting the need for customizable analytics solutions.
Room assignments and housekeeping functionalities receive positive feedback for enhancing operational efficiency. However, users request better functi... Room assignments and housekeeping functionalities receive positive feedback for enhancing operational efficiency. However, users request better functionality in room diary visibility and tasks scheduling to address specific management needs.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Assa Abloy and Stayntouch share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. Assa Abloy offers 1 verified integration partners, while Stayntouch offers 187. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Stayntouch leads in ease of use at 4.7/5 vs 0.0/5. Look for transparent pricing and a trial or demo option. Filter reviews on each product page by property size to hear from hotels like yours.
Assa Abloy: No. Stayntouch: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Property Management Systems vendors offer demos or trials — request one from each to evaluate before committing.
The HT Score is a composite ranking that considers 4 criteria groups and over a dozen variables to help hoteliers objectively compare hotel technology products. Assa Abloy has an HT Score of 0 and Stayntouch has 91. Here is how the score is calculated.
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How highly do users recommend this product? Ratings Score, Review Volume, Share of Voice, Review Depth, Review Recency, Success Stories ▾ The most heavily weighted factor. Analyzes average satisfaction ratings (likelihood to recommend, ease of use, support, ROI), total review count relative to category peers, review recency (at least 20 reviews in the trailing 6 months), and share of voice across unique hotel clients to detect selection bias. |
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How highly do tech partners recommend this company? Partner Recommendations, Integration Quantity, Integration Quality ▾ Evaluates partner recommendations as expert votes of confidence, the number of verified integrations, and ecosystem quality — the average HT Scores of integration partners. Products with higher-quality integration ecosystems are more likely to deliver a connected tech stack. |
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How customer-centric is this organization? Certified Support, Review Consistency, Profile Completeness ▾ Assesses whether the company has earned HTR Customer Support Certification, maintains consistent review collection over time (an indicator of feedback-driven culture), and keeps product profiles complete with capabilities, screenshots, pricing, and features. |
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How extensive is this company's reach and resourcing? Geographic Reach, Staying Power, Company Resources, Trending Score ▾ Measures global presence (countries and regions served), years in business as a stability proxy, team headcount as a resource proxy, and a trending score based on trailing-twelve-month buyer inquiries, reviews, partner recommendations, and press activity. |
Customer ratings and reviews are by far the most important factor in the HT Score algorithm. HTR does not accept payment for higher rankings. All reviews are verified — only hotel industry practitioners with confirmed affiliations can submit ratings. View full HT Score methodology →
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