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 44 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:
Dgstay shines in customer support and ROI , with exclusive features like Guest Re-Ordering.
Runtriz shines , with exclusive features like Credit Card Payments.
Side-by-side ratings based on 44 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 44 verified reviews, Dgstay users most value its user-friendliness, efficiency and operation, instant updates and support, while Runtriz users highlight . Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Mobile Ordering & Room Service 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) | #10 1 reviews | #4 1 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #5 16 reviews | #1 14 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #6 8 reviews | #7 0 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | #6 3 reviews | #9 1 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | #8 7 reviews | #4 5 reviews |
| Luxury | #10 3 reviews | #7 2 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #5 19 reviews | #1 14 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #1 9 reviews |
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| North America ▾ | #8 2 reviews | #1 16 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | #2 23 reviews | #10 0 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | #7 1 reviews | — |
| Middle East | #5 2 reviews | — |
Choosing between Dgstay by Dgstay and Runtriz F&B by Runtriz hinges on your hotel’s specific needs: whether you prioritize digital guest communication and streamlined service management or mobile food and beverage ordering. Both products aim to enhance guest experiences, but they focus on different operational facets. Dgstay offers a comprehensive platform for communication and service management, while Runtriz concentrates on mobile F&B ordering and payments. Which aligns better with your hotel's strategic goals?
Dgstay stands out with its higher review count (27 vs. 16), more recent reviews, and a stellar overall rating of 0/5 (though the score seems inconsistent, its support and ease ratings are high). Its user-friendly design and broad feature set make it a robust choice for hotels seeking digital guest interaction. Runtriz, with a 5/5 overall rating from fewer reviews, excels in mobile ordering and payment processing, but its limited recent feedback reduces confidence. Therefore, Dgstay is the stronger option for most hoteliers right now.
Dgstay and Runtriz serve different core functions, so your choice depends on your operational priorities. Dgstay simplifies guest communication, centralizes service requests, and offers features like upselling and curbside pickup, making it ideal for hotels wanting to digitize and streamline service delivery. Conversely, Runtriz is designed to facilitate fast, contactless food and beverage orders with integrated payment options, perfect for properties focusing on F&B convenience.
Dgstay’s focus on digital communication platforms means it’s more suitable if your hotel aims to improve overall guest interaction and operational efficiency. Runtriz’s strengths lie in enhancing F&B revenue via mobile ordering, especially if your property already has a strong food and beverage component. Do you want a broader guest communication system or a specialized mobile F&B solution?
If your hotel needs to improve overall guest communication, streamline service requests, and enhance operational efficiency, Dgstay is the better choice. It boasts a high user satisfaction rate with a 4.96/5 onboarding rating and 4.96/5 customer support, backed by 27 reviews with recent activity. Its features like upselling, guest re-ordering, and delivery logistics make it a versatile platform.
In contrast, if your hotel prioritizes mobile food and beverage ordering, scheduling pickups, or in-room payments, Runtriz’s solutions are more appropriate. It offers integrations with payment providers like Stripe and supports Apple Pay and credit card payments, which are crucial for F&B services. However, with only 16 reviews and no recent feedback, confidence in its current performance is limited.
To summarize, choose Dgstay for comprehensive guest engagement, and opt for Runtriz if mobile F&B ordering and digital payments are your focus.
Dgstay is praised for its intuitive, attractive interface, with a 4.93/5 ease of use rating based on 27 reviews, many highlighting its quick setup and straightforward operation. Its onboarding process is rated 4.96/5, and users appreciate support responsiveness, making staff adoption smooth. Reviewers frequently mention the platform’s simplicity in updating hotel services and communicating with guests.
Runtriz is also highly rated for ease of use, with a 4.88/5 score and positive feedback on its user-friendly mobile ordering interface. Customers praise its effectiveness in streamlining food and beverage orders, with reviewers noting no technical issues and easy operation for staff and guests alike. Some mention interface repetitions that could be improved, but overall, it’s considered user-friendly.
Edge: Dgstay.
Dgstay offers 12 unique features, including upselling, guest re-ordering, scheduling orders, delivery logistics, and curbside pickup, positioning it as a comprehensive communication and service platform. Runtriz has 6 exclusive features like POS integration, Apple Pay, credit card payments, loyalty program integration, white-label app, and Google Pay, emphasizing its focus on F&B transactions.
Both products share 7 features, such as request tracking and digital menu access. Dgstay’s broader feature set makes it more adaptable for overall service management, while Runtriz’s specialized payment and ordering features cater specifically to F&B operations.
Edge: Dgstay.
Dgstay’s customer support is highly rated at 4.96/5, with reviewers emphasizing the team’s quick response and effective assistance, often mentioning rapid updates and problem resolution. Its onboarding experience is similarly rated at 4.96/5, with hoteliers appreciating the smooth transition and ongoing support.
Runtriz’s support, rated at 4.56/5, is still well-regarded, but some reviews note room for improvement in connectivity and technical assistance. Customers praise its ease of communication but highlight that support could be more responsive at times.
Edge: Dgstay.
Runtriz offers 15 verified integrations, including major players like Oracle Hospitality, Infor, and Cendyn, providing a broad ecosystem for F&B and hotel management. Dgstay has 3 verified partners, including hotelkit and Mews, with shared integration with Oracle Hospitality.
The extensive integration network of Runtriz makes it more flexible for properties with complex or existing systems, especially in North America and Europe. Dgstay’s limited integrations suggest it’s better suited for hotels seeking a straightforward, all-in-one communication platform.
Edge: Runtriz.
Dgstay’s review count (27) and recent feedback show high satisfaction, with a 9.96/10 NPS score and 100% likelihood to recommend. Users highlight its simplicity, centralization of requests, and contribution to green initiatives. However, its overall rating score appears inconsistent, but support and onboarding ratings are excellent.
Runtriz’s 16 reviews, all rated 5/5, reflect strong satisfaction in F&B ordering and communication. Its recent reviews, however, are limited, reducing confidence in ongoing performance.
Edge: Dgstay.
Pricing details for Dgstay and Runtriz are not publicly available, which may indicate custom quotes based on hotel size and needs. Neither product offers a freemium model or trial, so costs are likely based on individual negotiations.
Expect to contact vendors directly for pricing. Given the lack of clear pricing data, focus on value and features when comparing these options.
Not ideal if your hotel primarily needs F&B-specific solutions or already has a robust POS/payments system integrated.
Not ideal if your focus is on broad guest communication outside F&B, or if you need extensive customization in service features.
Dgstay and Runtriz focus on different areas of guest service, with Dgstay providing a broad communication platform and operational toolset, while Runtriz centers on mobile F&B ordering and payments. Dgstay’s higher review count, recent feedback, and comprehensive feature set make it the more reliable choice for overall service enhancement.
Choose Dgstay if you want to improve guest communication, streamline requests, and support sustainability initiatives. Opt for Runtriz if your primary goal is to boost F&B sales through mobile ordering, scheduled pickups, and contactless payments.
In summary, for most hotels seeking a versatile, well-supported platform with proven results, Dgstay is the recommended solution. Runtriz is ideal for properties with a strong focus on food and beverage convenience and seamless payment integration.
According to HTR's product database, Dgstay and Runtriz F&B share 7 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Dgstay and Runtriz F&B share many core Mobile Ordering & Room Service features, but each has unique capabilities. Dgstay offers 3 verified integration partners, while Runtriz F&B offers 15. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Dgstay leads in ease of use at 4.9/5 vs 4.9/5. 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.
Dgstay: No. Runtriz F&B: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Mobile Ordering & Room Service 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. Dgstay has an HT Score of 24 and Runtriz has 0. 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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