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TLDR
We analyzed 1,859 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:
Cloudbeds shines in reservation and calendar management — especially for boutique properties (4.6/5), with exclusive features like Mobile optimized/responsive and Revenue management module.
eviivo shines in customer support and onboarding quality — especially for branded chain properties (5.0/5), with exclusive features like Ancillary revenue tracking.
Side-by-side ratings based on 1,859 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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| Verified Reviews | 1,614 | 245 |
After analyzing 1,859 verified reviews, Cloudbeds users most value its reservation and calendar management, ease of use and onboarding, channel manager and ota synchronization, while eviivo users highlight customer support and onboarding quality, ease of use and intuitive daily management, channel management and ota synchronization. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Hotel Management Software 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) ▾ | #1 793 reviews | #11 65 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #1 249 reviews | #17 18 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #1 55 reviews | #14 6 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | #5 5 reviews | #20 0 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | #1 635 reviews | #11 53 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | #3 260 reviews | #7 39 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #2 153 reviews | #11 21 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | #2 102 reviews | #8 18 reviews |
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| North America ▾ | #2 570 reviews | #10 34 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | #4 173 reviews | #3 187 reviews |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | #3 315 reviews | #25 2 reviews |
| Middle East ▾ | #4 14 reviews | #21 0 reviews |
Cloudbeds and eviivo both target independent and small group hotels looking for all-in-one property management systems (PMS) that unify reservations, channel management, billing, and guest communications. They diverge in breadth, scale, and feature depth. Cloudbeds excels as a global, vertically integrated platform with a rich marketplace and 208 verified integrations supporting 150 countries. eviivo suits smaller, mostly European properties with simpler needs and 35 integrations focused on independent inns and B&Bs.
Both solve the core challenge of managing multi-channel distribution, dynamic pricing, and guest engagement from a single system, reducing OTA reliance and manual errors. Cloudbeds places emphasis on scalability, operational automation, and reporting analytics, while eviivo focuses on ease of use, direct booking growth, and straightforward pricing controls.
If your property is an independent boutique hotel, hostel, or small group operating across multiple regions or countries, Cloudbeds is the better fit. It supports 107 countries including Asia Pacific, Africa, and South America, and handles a wide range of hotel types—from hostels (14% of users) to resorts (8%) and boutique hotels (19%). Its 4.6/5 overall rating across 1,597 reviews, with 185 recent, shows broad, current approval. Reviewers highlight Cloudbeds' powerful integrations and all-in-one connectivity that reduces manual workload.
If you run a smaller B&B or inn primarily in Europe or the UK, with 20–50 rooms focusing on direct bookings and simple workflows, eviivo Suite is a strong contender. With 4.8/5 overall rating across 245 reviews, it is praised for ease of use, an intuitive interface, and pricing tools tailored for small independent properties. Its user base is 35% Bed & Breakfast & Inns and 16% Vacation Rentals, reflecting its niche. However, eviivo’s relatively limited international reach (22 countries) and fewer integrations suggest it is less suited for multi-country groups or properties needing extensive customization.
Data for large luxury hotels and branded chains is thin for both, though Cloudbeds’ 1% luxury hotel user share and 4.6/5 rating shows it handles those better than eviivo’s smaller footprint. For extended stay and serviced apartments, Cloudbeds again has a bigger presence.
Both Cloudbeds and eviivo receive similarly high ease-of-use ratings: 4.6/5 for Cloudbeds and 4.5/5 for eviivo, with onboarding scores at 4.5 and 4.4 respectively. Reviews for both emphasize intuitive interfaces that reduce training time and simplify daily operations.
Cloudbeds users repeatedly mention the clean, modern interface and quick staff adoption, especially for front desk teams with limited systems experience. eviivo’s users also praise its simplicity and minimal learning curve. One eviivo reviewer noted “Our desk training is super fast as eviivo is so intuitive. So easy to use!”
Neither product stands out decisively on ease of use or onboarding. Cloudbeds’ all-in-one integration slightly ups the complexity but users still find it manageable. eviivo’s narrower feature set keeps workflows straightforward.
Edge: Even.
Cloudbeds offers 97 unique features not found in eviivo, which has 3 exclusive features. Cloudbeds’ unique capabilities include a full PMS, 2-way real-time integrations, channel self-mapping, revenue management module, integrated CRS, payment processing, detailed analytics dashboards, and an advanced housekeeping module. These directly impact hotel operations by unifying front desk, billing, distribution, and revenue management in one system, reducing manual coordination and errors.
eviivo’s unique features are shift planning, ancillary revenue tracking, and gift vouchers. Shift planning supports labor management for small teams, ancillary revenue tracking helps with reporting additional sales beyond rooms, and gift vouchers enable upselling. These features benefit small properties focused on staff scheduling and extra revenue streams but do not replace core PMS functionalities.
Cloudbeds’ advanced revenue management and integrated payment terminal simplify rate control and checkout. Its automated night audit and group booking modules support complex operations rarely found in eviivo. The overwhelmingly larger feature set and hotel-relevant capabilities give Cloudbeds a clear functional edge.
Edge: Cloudbeds HMS.
Cloudbeds scores 4.4/5 for support and 4.5/5 onboarding, while eviivo scores 4.5/5 and 4.4/5 respectively. Both have high marks, but reviewers reveal mixed experiences.
Cloudbeds users praise knowledgeable, accessible support and quick onboarding, but some mention slow responses and outsourced support that lacks deep product knowledge. eviivo reviewers frequently commend fast, personal, and professional support during onboarding and routine use, though a number report inconsistent chat quality and difficulty reaching agents.
Both products show strong but imperfect support with some variability. Given these similar ratings and patterns, neither product clearly outperforms the other in support quality.
Edge: Even.
Cloudbeds leads with 208 verified integrations compared to eviivo’s 35. They share 23 common partners, including major names like Tripadvisor, GuestRevu, eRevMax, and RoomPriceGenie, essential for global channel management and guest feedback.
Cloudbeds exclusively integrates with advanced tools in key areas: keyless mobile access (FLEXIPASS), mobile guest messaging (HiJiffy), advanced channel managers (Sirvoy), and niche property systems (HOTELTIME, ManCloud). These integrations enable hotels to extend functionality without losing centralized control, supporting complex multi-property and multi-channel environments.
eviivo’s unique integrations, such as Vikey S.r.l (keyless entry) and Profitroom (revenue management), focus on European markets and smaller-scale operations, fitting properties looking for straightforward solutions.
Cloudbeds’ broader partner ecosystem supports a wider range of hotel sizes, geographies, and operational needs.
Edge: Cloudbeds HMS.
eviivo holds a slightly higher overall rating at 4.8/5 across 245 reviews compared to Cloudbeds’ 4.6/5 across 1,597 reviews. However, Cloudbeds’ last six months rating of 4.8/5 from 185 reviews confirms consistent recent satisfaction, while eviivo’s 4.4/5 from 30 recent reviews indicates a slight downward shift from its overall 4.8/5.
By segment, eviivo rates higher in Bed & Breakfast & Inns (4.7/5 vs 4.5/5 for Cloudbeds), Boutique Hotels (4.8/5 vs 4.6/5), and Extended Stay (4.9/5 vs 4.6/5), reflecting its niche focus. Cloudbeds scores better in Hostels (4.6/5 vs 5/5 for eviivo but with only 10 eviivo reviews), Resorts (4.6/5 vs 4.6/5), and City Center Hotels (4.6/5 vs 4.8/5).
The volume and recency of Cloudbeds reviews are significantly higher, lending more confidence in its ratings’ representativeness. eviivo’s smaller review base and recent rating dip suggest its current product may have more variability in satisfaction.
Edge: Even.
Cloudbeds lists a base price of $500 with no monthly flat or per-room fees and no implementation or trial. eviivo’s base price is higher at $700, also without monthly flat or per-room charges and no implementation fee or trial.
Without published detailed pricing models, exact cost comparisons beyond base price are limited. However, Cloudbeds’ lower base price and no implementation fees suggest a more cost-efficient entry point for properties seeking full PMS functionality.
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Cloudbeds and eviivo both address the needs of independent hoteliers, focusing on unifying reservations, channel management, and guest communications in cloud-based platforms. Cloudbeds stands out with a comprehensive, vertically integrated suite covering PMS, booking engine, channel manager, and payment processing, supported by a vast partner ecosystem and a global footprint across 107 countries. eviivo offers a simpler, more focused solution emphasizing ease of use and direct booking growth primarily for small inns and B&Bs in Europe.
Choose Cloudbeds if your property demands a full-featured PMS with advanced revenue management, group booking capabilities, and extensive integrations. Cloudbeds’ 4.6/5 rating across 1,597 reviews and recent customer success stories highlight its scalability and operational power. Its lower base price and open API support customized tech stacks, making it ideal for properties looking to grow or streamline multi-channel distribution globally.
Choose eviivo if your property is a smaller independent inn or B&B prioritizing straightforward workflows, rapid onboarding, and strong channel synchronization in a European context. Its 4.8/5 rating across 245 reviews reflects user satisfaction with an intuitive interface and useful features like shift planning and ancillary revenue tracking. However, limited integrations and regional focus limit its appeal for larger or multi-market hotels.
In sum, Cloudbeds is the better fit for hotels needing a scalable, integrated ecosystem with operational depth and global reach. eviivo suits smaller, Europe-based properties seeking simplicity and direct booking growth without complex system demands.
These are the features each vendor has configured, organized by feature group — the same data shown in the vendor dashboard. Expand a group to compare features side by side.
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Groups Management
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Guest Experience
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We analyzed 16 verified case studies to compare what hotels actually achieve with each platform across four key business objectives.
"I have not worked with a company that has such good customer service as Cloudbeds has. It's miles ahead."
"Because of the automation from the eviivo Suite, it saves me a huge amount of time. This time I can use on growing the business; working on the business instead of in the business...."
"The biggest benefit of Cloudbeds' platform is its flexibility. I can access reporting online from anywhere. Everything is smoother with Cloudbeds."
"Auf eviivo könnte ich heut gar nicht mehr drauf verzichten. Das Hotel ohne dieses Programm zu führen, scheint mir fast unmöglich, weil die Zeit, die ich jetzt erspart habe, die ich..."
"Cloudbeds is like if Apple made a property management system. The ease of use is super simple and straightforward for guests and our staff. It’s very intuitive and just makes sense..."
"Managing The Historic Berkeley Place is a unique challenge given its historic significance and diverse suite offerings. With eviivo, every aspect, from booking to guest communicati..."
What hoteliers love
Users consistently say Cloudbeds makes daily reservation work easier by putting bookings, room status, and occupancy into one visual calendar. Reviewe... Users consistently say Cloudbeds makes daily reservation work easier by putting bookings, room status, and occupancy into one visual calendar. Reviewers highlight quick check-in/out, drag-and-drop room moves, split reservations, and clear room overviews as major time savers for front desk teams.
Users repeatedly describe Cloudbeds as intuitive, easy to learn, and practical for training new staff quickly. The onboarding experience is usually se... Users repeatedly describe Cloudbeds as intuitive, easy to learn, and practical for training new staff quickly. The onboarding experience is usually seen as smooth or helpful, though some reviewers note setup can still be slow or that more guided training would help teams unlock the system faster.
Many reviews emphasize that Cloudbeds reduces overbooking and saves time by syncing availability and rates across OTAs from one place. Users also valu... Many reviews emphasize that Cloudbeds reduces overbooking and saves time by syncing availability and rates across OTAs from one place. Users also value being able to control allotments and disconnect channels quickly, though some mention occasional sync delays or limited visibility when updates are pending.
Where hoteliers push back
Support is often described as responsive, helpful, and knowledgeable, especially during onboarding or when teams need issue resolution quickly. Still,... Support is often described as responsive, helpful, and knowledgeable, especially during onboarding or when teams need issue resolution quickly. Still, many reviews ask for direct phone support, faster responses, or less reliance on chatbots, and some want better product guidance or property-specific training.
Reporting is one of Cloudbeds’ most valued capabilities, especially for reviewing KPIs, revenue, occupancy, and property performance without manual sp... Reporting is one of Cloudbeds’ most valued capabilities, especially for reviewing KPIs, revenue, occupancy, and property performance without manual spreadsheet work. At the same time, many users say custom filters, dashboards, and export speed need improvement, and some reports feel hard to find or not tailored enough to hotel-specific needs.
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Unique capabilities
What hoteliers love
Support is one of the most discussed strengths, with many reviewers praising fast, human, and knowledgeable help during setup and day-to-day issues. H... Support is one of the most discussed strengths, with many reviewers praising fast, human, and knowledgeable help during setup and day-to-day issues. However, others report inconsistent chat quality, hard-to-reach agents, slow response times, and a lack of 24/7 coverage.
Reviewers repeatedly say Eviivo is simple, intuitive, and easy to navigate for daily hotel operations. They note it reduces manual work and makes book... Reviewers repeatedly say Eviivo is simple, intuitive, and easy to navigate for daily hotel operations. They note it reduces manual work and makes booking, diary, and reservation management more efficient for small hotels and guesthouses.
Many users value Eviivo’s ability to push inventory, pricing, and bookings across OTAs from one place, reducing duplicate entry and saving time. Sever... Many users value Eviivo’s ability to push inventory, pricing, and bookings across OTAs from one place, reducing duplicate entry and saving time. Several reviews also mention the channel manager working well and helping hotels manage multi-channel distribution more effectively.
Where hoteliers push back
A smaller but important set of reviews raises dissatisfaction with contract renewal terms, automatic billing, and booking-related fees. These comments... A smaller but important set of reviews raises dissatisfaction with contract renewal terms, automatic billing, and booking-related fees. These comments suggest buyers should pay attention to commercial terms, renewal flexibility, and total cost of ownership before committing.
A recurring concern is that the website templates and design options feel rigid, dated, or insufficiently customizable. Users also want more flexibili... A recurring concern is that the website templates and design options feel rigid, dated, or insufficiently customizable. Users also want more flexibility in invoice formats, room display options, and general presentation to better match their branding and local requirements.
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Unique capabilities
It depends on your requirements. Cloudbeds HMS and eviivo Suite™ HMS share many core Hotel Management Software features, but each has unique capabilities. Cloudbeds HMS offers 208 verified integration partners, while eviivo Suite™ HMS offers 35. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Cloudbeds HMS leads in ease of use at 4.6/5 vs 4.5/5. 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.
Cloudbeds HMS: No. eviivo Suite™ HMS: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Hotel Management Software 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. Cloudbeds has an HT Score of 100 and eviivo 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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