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 395 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:
ButikSoft shines .
ThinkReservations shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for brand properties (0.0/5) , with exclusive features like Payment processing and Housekeeping module.
Side-by-side ratings based on 395 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 395 verified reviews, ButikSoft users most value its , while ThinkReservations users highlight customer support, operational efficiency, data and reporting. 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
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| Small (10-24 rooms) ▾ | — | #4 145 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #9 25 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) | — | #6 3 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #5 1 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #7 100 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #7 70 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #7 24 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #11 8 reviews |
By Region
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| North America ▾ | — | #1 386 reviews |
| Europe | — | #57 0 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | — | #32 0 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #32 0 reviews |
Choosing the right property management system (PMS) can dramatically influence your hotel’s operational efficiency and guest experience. Both ButikSoft PMS by ButikSoft and ThinkReservations PMS by ThinkReservations aim to simplify hotel management, but they do so in different ways. While ButikSoft’s offerings are largely unreviewed and regionally limited, ThinkReservations has established a strong reputation through extensive user feedback and features. So, which one should you rely on?
Both ButikSoft PMS and ThinkReservations aim to serve hotel operators by streamlining reservations, guest management, and reporting. ButikSoft, with zero reviews and no recent data, offers no indication of user satisfaction or functionality. ThinkReservations, on the other hand, boasts over 356 reviews, with a high recent review count, and holds an average rating of 4.88 out of 5, with a 97% likelihood to recommend. Its recent reviews highlight ease of use, robust features, and excellent support, making it a clear leader in user confidence. Do you want a product with proven performance backed by recent feedback?
While ButikSoft’s lack of reviews and regional absence suggest it’s either a new or niche product without broad adoption, ThinkReservations is a mature platform with North American presence and a proven track record. The differences in review activity and user trust are stark—ThinkReservations is more likely to meet your needs based on current user satisfaction.
If your hotel needs a comprehensive, feature-rich PMS that integrates with numerous OTAs and channel managers, go with ThinkReservations. It has 39 features covering booking engines, payment processing, house-keeping, guest communication, and more, making it suitable for small to mid-sized hotels seeking operational automation and revenue growth.
In contrast, ButikSoft offers no documented features or integrations, and its unreviewed status casts doubt on its capabilities. If your priority is a proven system with data-backed support, ThinkReservations is the obvious choice. However, if your hotel is highly specialized or regional, and you’re willing to risk limited support and unknown functionality, ButikSoft may be worth a closer look.
ThinkReservations scores 4.82 out of 5 for ease of use, based on over 356 reviews that praise its intuitive interface, onboarding process, and staff adoption. Users frequently mention how quickly they were able to implement and train their teams, citing an easy learning curve.
ButikSoft, with zero reviews, offers no data on its user experience or onboarding process. Without user feedback or ratings, it’s impossible to judge its ease of use. Given the extensive positive feedback for ThinkReservations, edge: ThinkReservations.
ThinkReservations has 39 unique features, including a channel manager, booking engine, automated night audit, guest messaging, real-time reporting, and multi-currency support. Many of these features directly impact revenue and operational efficiency, and are regularly praised by users.
ButikSoft offers no documented features, making it impossible to compare functionalities. Based on available data, ThinkReservations clearly provides a broader, more useful set of features, so edge: ThinkReservations.
ThinkReservations scores 4.82 out of 5 for customer support, with reviews emphasizing quick responses, knowledgeable staff, and continuous improvements. Users appreciate support that is accessible, helpful, and available nearly 24/7, which they say greatly aids in resolving issues and onboarding.
ButikSoft, with no reviews or support ratings, offers no insight into its support quality. Given ThinkReservations’ high support ratings and positive feedback, edge: ThinkReservations.
ThinkReservations has 16 verified integrations, including major OTAs like Airbnb, Expedia, TripAdvisor, and channel management tools. Its integrations are cited as reliable and easy to connect, enhancing your hotel’s distribution.
ButikSoft lacks verified integrations or partner data, which could limit its ability to connect with other platforms. For a hotel needing strong third-party integrations, edge: ThinkReservations.
With over 356 reviews and a 4.88/5 rating, ThinkReservations is highly rated across various property types, especially inns, boutique hotels, and small resorts. Reviewers consistently praise its ease of use, support, and feature set, especially recent reviews from the last six months.
ButikSoft, with zero reviews, offers no user ratings or recent feedback. Based on current data, hoteliers overwhelmingly rate ThinkReservations higher, making it the preferred choice. Edge: ThinkReservations.
ButikSoft does not publicly list prices or offer a trial, leaving potential buyers in the dark about costs.
ThinkReservations charges a flat rate of $500 per month, with no mentioned setup or additional fees. Its transparent pricing and available trial make budgeting easier. If you want clear, predictable costs, ThinkReservations is the better option.
Not ideal if your hotel requires broad integrations, proven support, or extensive feature sets.
Not ideal if your hotel operates at a large scale requiring enterprise solutions or regional-specific features not covered by ThinkReservations.
The core difference is that ThinkReservations offers a comprehensive, proven system with extensive reviews, integrations, and features, while ButikSoft remains largely undocumented and unreviewed. If your hotel values reliability, ease of use, and proven performance, ThinkReservations is the clear choice.
Choose ThinkReservations if you need a system that saves time, increases revenue, and is backed by recent, positive feedback. Its high user satisfaction, feature set, and support make it the safer, smarter investment.
Opt for ButikSoft only if your hotel operates in a very specific regional context, has highly specialized needs, or is prepared to take a risk on an unreviewed platform. Its unknown capabilities and lack of recent user data cannot match the confidence offered by ThinkReservations.
In conclusion, for hotels seeking a trusted, feature-rich PMS with recent validation from hundreds of users, ThinkReservations is the recommended choice. Its well-documented support, integrations, and high ratings make it a safer and more effective solution for modern hoteliers.
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 $500/mo |
According to HTR's product database, ButikSoft PMS and ThinkReservations PMS share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 27 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 8 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.
"I became aware of ThinkReservations at a trade show in the US, and I could see right away that it would help Blue Tang Inn streamline our operations, increase our booking and upsel..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"ThinkReservations Digital Registration has streamlined our check in process, making my job so much easier. Being able to ask guests for their ID and credit card ahead of time, agre..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"We try to take care of all the needs of our guests so that they have an experience rather than just a stay"
What hoteliers love
Though already noted as excellent by many, a few reviews express the desire for additional support on weekends to better handle urgent inquiries.
ThinkReservations aids in streamlining operations through digital registration, night audits, and easy management of booking and check-in processes, a... ThinkReservations aids in streamlining operations through digital registration, night audits, and easy management of booking and check-in processes, allowing staff to focus more on guest interactions.
The system offers comprehensive data and reporting features, enabling hoteliers to make informed decisions on pricing, guest satisfaction, and strateg... The system offers comprehensive data and reporting features, enabling hoteliers to make informed decisions on pricing, guest satisfaction, and strategy planning.
Where hoteliers push back
Some reviews highlight issues with the pricing structure, including dissatisfaction with channel manager fees and the high price of features like Thin... Some reviews highlight issues with the pricing structure, including dissatisfaction with channel manager fees and the high price of features like ThinkMessenger.
Mandatory two-step authentication is a point of frustration for some users, who find it burdensome and wish for lower security settings.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. ButikSoft PMS and ThinkReservations PMS share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. ButikSoft PMS offers 0 verified integration partners, while ThinkReservations PMS offers 16. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. ThinkReservations PMS leads in ease of use at 4.8/5 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.
ButikSoft PMS: No. ThinkReservations PMS: 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. ButikSoft has an HT Score of 0 and ThinkReservations has 89. 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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