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 129 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:
Brevistay-holida shines .
Exely shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for brand properties (0.0/5) , with exclusive features like Integrated Payment Processing and Booking Performance and Pace Reporting.
Side-by-side ratings based on 129 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 129 verified reviews, Brevistay-holida users most value its , while Exely users highlight channel manager integration and synchronization, user interface and usability, support and responsiveness. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Channel Managers vendors for different property sizes, types, and regions — based on verified reviews from hoteliers in each segment.
By Hotel Size
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| Small (10-24 rooms) ▾ | — | #15 26 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #9 51 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #14 5 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | — | #7 5 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #15 29 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #13 27 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #15 14 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #14 6 reviews |
By Region
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| North America | — | #18 2 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #19 10 reviews |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | — | #5 67 reviews |
| Middle East ▾ | — | #7 13 reviews |
Choosing a channel manager for your hotel is about ensuring reliable distribution, easy management, and positive ROI. Product A, Brevistay by Brevistay-holida, currently has no reviews, ratings, or regional presence, which indicates it’s an untested player in this space. Conversely, Exely Channel Manager boasts over 102 reviews, a high 85.1 HTR Score, and recent positive feedback from users across multiple regions. Your decision hinges on whether you prioritize proven performance or are willing to explore an unreviewed option.
Given the data, Exely’s proven reputation and recent reviews strongly suggest it’s a safer, more dependable choice. Do you want to risk unverified performance, or prefer a product with demonstrated success?
Brevistay-holida offers no ratings, reviews, or detailed feature set, making it impossible to verify its effectiveness for your hotel. Exely, on the other hand, has a solid score of 85.1, with 102 reviews, 34 of which are within the last six months, indicating recent, ongoing user engagement. Exely’s reviews highlight efficiency, increased revenue, and excellent support, making it a proven fit for diverse hotel types.
While Brevistay-holida appears to be an untested solution, Exely’s extensive positive feedback makes it clear it meets modern hotel demands. Are you comfortable selecting a product without proven results, or do you prefer a solution backed by current, real-world user experiences?
If your hotel needs a feature-rich, globally supported channel manager with a track record of user satisfaction, go with Exely. It offers 13 exclusive features, including channel self-mapping, inventory management, real-time integrations, multi-lingual support, analytics, and more—features that are absent from Brevistay-holida’s minimal profile.
If your primary concern is a simple, perhaps budget-friendly solution with no current reviews or regional presence, Brevistay-holida might be considered. However, without evidence of performance or support, Exely’s proven track record makes it the clear choice for hotels seeking reliable online distribution and operational efficiency.
Exely scores a remarkable 4.95 out of 5 for ease of use, with positive reviews emphasizing its intuitive interface, fast onboarding, and helpful support team. Users describe Exely as “more efficient,” “user-friendly,” and “easy to connect,” which directly impacts operational efficiency.
Brevistay-holida has no available ratings or reviews, so its usability remains unverified. Based on current data, Exely’s high usability score and recent positive feedback clearly give it the edge for hotels prioritizing a user-friendly experience.
Exely offers 13 unique features, including channel self-mapping, derived rates, weekly and monthly rate support, inventory management, multi-currency support, analytics dashboards, and integrated payment processing—features critical for comprehensive channel management. Brevistay-holida provides no features or integrations at this time.
The feature gap is substantial; Exely’s extensive capabilities justify its premium position. When evaluating features essential to your hotel’s growth, Exely clearly provides more advanced tools.
Exely’s support scores are nearly perfect at 4.95/5, with reviews praising its responsiveness, helpfulness, and professional support team. Users mention that support “solves issues quickly” and appreciate ongoing updates based on feedback.
Brevistay-holida has no reviews or support ratings, making it impossible to assess support quality. Exely’s demonstrated support excellence makes it the superior choice for hotels that depend on reliable, responsive assistance.
Exely offers 8 verified integrations with partners like Hotellab, Oracle Hospitality, Mews, Booking.com, and others, providing a broad ecosystem for your hotel’s technology stack. Brevistay-holida has no listed integrations, limiting its appeal for hotels that rely on a connected system environment.
The ability to integrate with key partners is critical for operational efficiency; Exely’s integration count and partnerships give it a significant advantage. If integrations matter to your hotel’s tech ecosystem, Exely is the clear winner.
With over 102 reviews, Exely has a high rating of 85.1 out of 100, with recent reviews emphasizing efficiency, support, and revenue growth. While most reviews are positive, some users mention a desire for deeper analytics and more automation, showing active engagement and ongoing improvement.
Brevistay-holida has zero reviews or ratings, providing no data on user satisfaction. Based on existing feedback, Exely’s higher ratings and recent reviews underscore its value and reliability for hoteliers.
Brevistay-holida’s pricing is not available, potentially indicating a free, custom, or undisclosed model. Exely’s pricing starts at $100 per month, with no free tier or trial, positioning it as an accessible investment for most hotels seeking reliable channel management.
The transparency and clarity of Exely’s pricing allow you to evaluate ROI more confidently. Without available data, Brevistay’s cost structure remains unclear.
Not ideal if your hotel demands proven reliability, extensive features, or regional support, as Brevistay-holida provides no verified data.
Not ideal if your hotel is very small, on a tight budget, or primarily interested in a simple, no-cost solution without needing advanced features.
Exely is a proven, feature-rich channel manager with a high rating, extensive recent reviews, and a global presence. It offers reliable support, integrations, and tools that help hotels optimize online distribution and revenue.
If your hotel needs a dependable, well-supported platform with ongoing positive user feedback, Exely is the clear choice. Its combination of features, support, and recent reviews makes it the safer investment.
However, if your hotel has minimal distribution needs, no current reviews, or is testing the waters, Brevistay-holida might be worth a look—though the lack of data makes it a riskier option.
In summary, for hotels seeking proven performance and a robust feature set, Exely stands out as the recommended choice. Brevistay-holida remains unverified, and without reviews or proven capabilities, it’s less suitable for hotels prioritizing reliability and growth.
Channel Managers 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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According to HTR's product database, Brevistay and Exely Channel Manager share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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| 2-way real time integrations | ||
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Showing top differences. 1 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 1 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.
"Once we switched to Exely, we immediately noticed a significant increase in reservations from online travel agencies. We discovered that our previous system had blocked some availa..."
What hoteliers love
The robust integration and synchronization abilities of Exely facilitate smooth channel management with minimal errors. Users commend how effectively... The robust integration and synchronization abilities of Exely facilitate smooth channel management with minimal errors. Users commend how effectively it connects with PMS and OTAs, though some desire improvements in certain PMS integrations.
Exely's user-friendly interface is highlighted as a strength, making it easy for hotel staff to manage daily operations. However, some users suggest f... Exely's user-friendly interface is highlighted as a strength, making it easy for hotel staff to manage daily operations. However, some users suggest further customization and modernization to enhance the user experience.
Exely's support team is praised for its responsiveness and willingness to assist, contributing to reliable service. However, some suggest quicker resp... Exely's support team is praised for its responsiveness and willingness to assist, contributing to reliable service. However, some suggest quicker response times during peak hours.
Where hoteliers push back
While Exely provides vital performance insights, users express a need for more detailed and customizable reporting options to better analyze channel e... While Exely provides vital performance insights, users express a need for more detailed and customizable reporting options to better analyze channel effectiveness and drive strategic decisions.
Despite Exely's advanced customization options for booking rules and promotions, some users wish for even more flexible design options for website tem... Despite Exely's advanced customization options for booking rules and promotions, some users wish for even more flexible design options for website templates and report formats.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Brevistay and Exely Channel Manager share many core Channel Managers features, but each has unique capabilities. Brevistay offers 0 verified integration partners, while Exely Channel Manager offers 8. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Exely Channel Manager leads in ease of use at 5.0/5 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.
Brevistay: No. Exely Channel Manager: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Channel Managers 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. Brevistay-holida has an HT Score of 0 and Exely has 85. 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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