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:
AvailPro 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, AvailPro 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 the right channel management software can significantly impact your hotel's revenue, operational efficiency, and guest experience. Both AvailProCom and Exely Channel Manager aim to simplify distribution and reduce overbooking risks, but they differ sharply in their market presence and feature sets. AvailPro’s lack of recent reviews and zero ratings suggest limited current adoption, while Exely boasts over 100 reviews, recent feedback, and a high NPS score. So, which solution truly fits your hotel’s needs?
AvailProCom has a limited online footprint, with no recent reviews or ratings, making it difficult to assess its current effectiveness or user satisfaction. Exely, on the other hand, has 102 verified reviews with a 9.8/10 NPS and recent activity—indicating active and current user engagement.
Both platforms aim to streamline reservations across channels, but Exely’s richer feature set, extensive integrations, and positive recent feedback make it the more compelling option today. Are you comfortable with a product that lacks recent validation, or do you prefer one with proven, current user satisfaction?
If your hotel needs a highly rated, actively supported channel manager with a proven track record, Exely is the clear choice. It is designed for hotels and chains prioritizing real-time synchronization, detailed analytics, and extensive integrations with over eight verified partners.
If your hotel is considering a solution that might be less demanding in terms of support or feature depth, or if you already rely on AvailPro’s ecosystem, then AvailProCom could be worth exploring—but be aware that it lacks recent reviews or demonstrated active use. For most hotels, Exely’s current user validation makes it the safer, more reliable option.
Exely’s user interface scores a near-perfect 4.95/5, with recent reviews praising its intuitive design, simple rate updates, and efficient dashboard. Support and onboarding are also highly rated at 4.86/5, with users describing the platform as “more efficient” and “easy to connect.”
AvailProCom’s ratings are unavailable, and there are no recent reviews to gauge usability or onboarding success. Given the stark contrast, your team will find Exely’s platform much easier to adopt and operate. Edge: Exely.
Exely offers 13 unique features, including channel self-mapping, derived rates, weekly/monthly rate support, inventory management, bulk updates, 2-way real-time integrations, multi-lingual and multi-currency support, and advanced analytics. AvailProCom provides no distinct features listed, making it impossible to compare functionalities directly.
Exely’s feature depth allows better control over rates, availability, and reporting. If feature richness matters to your hotel’s distribution strategy, Exely clearly leads. Edge: Exely.
Exely’s customer support and onboarding receive a 4.95/5 rating, with recent reviews highlighting responsive, professional assistance. Users describe support as “helpful and quick to resolve issues,” contributing to their high satisfaction.
AvailProCom’s support ratings are unavailable, and no recent reviews exist to evaluate its support quality. Based on current data, Exely’s support team is more reliable. Edge: Exely.
Exely integrates with at least 8 verified partners, including Hotellab, Oracle Hospitality, IDeaS, Mews, Booking.com, and others, offering broader connectivity. AvailProCom’s lack of verified integrations or partnerships makes it less versatile.
The ability to connect with various PMS, OTAs, and revenue tools is essential for modern hoteliers. Exely’s broader integration network gives it a significant advantage. Edge: Exely.
Since AvailProCom has no recent reviews or ratings, it cannot compete on user satisfaction. Exely’s 102 reviews and 9.8/10 NPS score strongly suggest higher customer approval.
In particular, hotel segments like boutique hotels and city center properties rate Exely highly, citing improvements in revenue and operational ease. When current user opinion is a priority, Exely is the clear favorite. Edge: Exely.
AvailPro’s pricing details are unavailable, leaving potential buyers unsure about costs or subscription models. Conversely, Exely charges a straightforward $100/month, with no implementation fees or trial options.
Given transparency and affordability, Exely provides clearer value for budget-conscious hotels. The lack of pricing info for AvailProCom makes it difficult to evaluate its ROI. Edge: Exely.
Since AvailProCom's current market presence and recent data are limited, it’s best suited to hotels with straightforward needs or those exploring options cautiously.
Exely’s active presence and comprehensive features make it suitable for hotels ready to scale their online distribution efficiently.
The core difference lies in their current market activity and feature sets. Exely is an established, highly-rated channel manager with recent positive reviews, broad integrations, and extensive features, making it the safer choice.
Choose Exely if your hotel values active support, ongoing updates, and proven performance, especially if you operate in multiple regions or need detailed analytics. AvailProCom’s limited recent data and lack of features suggest it’s less suitable unless your hotel has minimal distribution needs or prefers an inexpensive, basic solution.
In summary, for most hotels wanting reliability, support, and feature depth, Exely Channel Manager is the clear winner.
According to HTR's product database, CRS AvailProCom 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. CRS AvailProCom and Exely Channel Manager share many core Channel Managers features, but each has unique capabilities. CRS AvailProCom 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.
CRS AvailProCom: 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. AvailPro 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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