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TLDR
We analyzed 505 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:
Duve shines in guest messaging and communication hub — especially for limited-service properties (4.8/5), with exclusive features like Mobile Friendly and SMS text messaging.
MyStay shines in Customer Support — especially for extended-stay properties (4.9/5).
Side-by-side ratings based on 505 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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| Verified Reviews | 460 | 45 |
After analyzing 505 verified reviews, Duve users most value its guest messaging and communication hub, upselling and ancillary revenue generation, operational efficiency and time savings, while MyStay users highlight customization and flexibility, communication with guests, efficient check-in process. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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Guest messaging and communication hub
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How each product ranks among Upselling 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) ▾ | #2 76 reviews | #6 17 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #3 145 reviews | #11 13 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #3 91 reviews | #13 6 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | #3 42 reviews | #11 2 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | #3 144 reviews | #11 14 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | #3 160 reviews | #14 12 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #3 107 reviews | #9 13 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | #2 49 reviews | #7 6 reviews |
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| North America ▾ | #3 40 reviews | #16 1 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | #2 160 reviews | #5 36 reviews |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | #5 18 reviews | #12 1 reviews |
| Middle East ▾ | #1 115 reviews | #8 1 reviews |
Duve and MyStay both target upselling and guest communication but diverge sharply in scope and scale. Duve offers a comprehensive guest experience platform with 43 features unique to it, including a mobile guest app, multi-channel messaging (SMS, WhatsApp, email), automated opt-in/consent collection, and robust analytics. MyStay focuses more narrowly on contactless check-in/check-out, automated messaging, and upselling via a smart catalog and QR codes, offering no features unique beyond the shared core set of nine.
Duve fits larger operations or hotels seeking an all-in-one digital guest journey solution that integrates upselling, messaging, check-in, and payments across multiple channels. MyStay suits smaller or mid-size properties wanting a lightweight, contactless platform emphasizing efficient check-in and simplified upselling with basic guest communication. Both solve the problem of increasing ancillary revenue and improving guest engagement but do so at different levels of depth and complexity.
If you run a large or multi-property hotel group or a luxury or boutique property with complex guest engagement needs, Duve’s 450 reviews averaging 4.6/5 show its ability to handle diverse workflows, multi-channel messaging, and personalized upsells at scale. Its 72 verified integrations and presence in 52 countries support broad applicability. For example, Duve powers sophisticated upselling campaigns like early check-in, late check-out, dynamic upgrade pricing, and integration with third-party marketplaces, making it suitable where operational impact and revenue optimization are priorities.
If you operate a small to mid-size hotel, bed & breakfast, or serviced apartment with simpler upselling and contactless check-in needs, MyStay’s 45 reviews averaging 4.8/5 reflect strong satisfaction with streamlined workflows. Its base price of $400 is less than half Duve’s $900, fitting tighter budgets. MyStay’s focus on automated messaging, QR code-based upselling, and online check-in/check-out suits properties prioritizing guest convenience and basic personalization without the complexity of multiple communication channels or extensive customization. However, MyStay has no recent reviews in the past six months, which raises questions about the currency of its user experience.
For properties with fewer than 20 rooms or primarily focusing on contactless check-in and basic upselling, MyStay is a reasonable choice based on review sentiment. For medium to large hotels, especially those requiring extensive integrations, a branded guest app, and detailed upsell analytics, Duve’s proven track record and broader feature set make it the stronger option.
Duve scores 4.7/5 ease of use and 4.6/5 onboarding across 450 reviews, while MyStay scores 4.9/5 ease of use and 4.7/5 onboarding from 45 reviews. Both platforms receive high marks for user-friendly interfaces and straightforward setup. Duve reviewers mention the intuitive guest app and communication hub but note that some advanced features require training and that setup can be complex, especially PMS integrations.
MyStay users highlight the simplicity of setting up automated messaging and the smoothness of the online check-in flow, praising the system’s speed and ease. However, some mention occasional system slowness and desire for more customization flexibility.
Staff adoption tends to be faster with MyStay due to its focused feature set and straightforward workflows, while Duve requires more training to leverage its full capabilities but rewards with operational efficiencies.
Edge: Even.
Duve’s feature set includes 43 unique hotel-relevant functions not found in MyStay, such as WhatsApp integration, SMS messaging, automated replies, message routing, secured data protection, mobile check-in and checkout, room service ordering, payments, dynamic upgrade pricing, multi-property dashboards, and extensive analytics dashboards. These features enable hotels to automate guest communication across multiple channels, personalize upsells by guest profile, manage inventory and eligibility controls, and generate detailed performance reports that inform revenue strategies.
MyStay offers none of these unique features and focuses on a shared core of nine features, including digital marketing and upselling, automated pre-, during-, and post-arrival messages, digital guest information, and contactless check-in/check-out with mobile payments. It also provides QR codes for in-facility promotions, but lacks multi-channel messaging, advanced analytics, or multi-property management tools.
The operational impact is significant: Duve’s extensive features reduce front desk workload by automating guest interactions across channels, enable personalized offers based on guest data, and increase ancillary revenue streams through dynamic pricing and third-party marketplace sales. MyStay supports efficient guest check-in and basic upselling but lacks tools for deep personalization or operational insights.
Edge: Duve Upselling by Duve.
Duve scores 4.6/5 customer support and 4.6/5 onboarding across 450 reviews. Reviewers praise Duve’s account managers and support responsiveness, citing examples like quick resolution of issues and attentive training—“Gal, our account manager, is simply the best.” However, some reviewers note occasional delays in support response and difficulties reaching the team, indicating inconsistent experiences.
MyStay rates higher at 4.9/5 customer support and 4.7/5 onboarding from 45 reviews. Reviewers emphasize fast problem resolution, well-structured communication, and proactive innovation from the team: “Fast processing and solution of operational problems” and “MyStay team is not idle and often comes with major innovations.” Despite fewer reviews, the user sentiment on support is uniformly positive.
Edge: MyStay by MyStay.
Duve has 72 verified integrations, including all 15 shared with MyStay, plus 57 unique partners such as eviivo, Sirvoy, Quinta, WebRezPro, RoomChecking, Guesty, Experience Hotel, Xn Global Systems, and Stayntouch. This broad connectivity enables Duve to fit diverse PMS and third-party ecosystems, supporting complex operational needs and multi-property management.
MyStay has 30 verified integrations, including the 15 shared with Duve and 15 unique integrations like Kwentra, 4SUITES, Preno, WuBook, Net Affinity / Smarthotel, Bookassist, SnapShot - Hotel Analytics, HiRUM Software Solutions, and eRevMax. While these cover significant PMS providers and analytics tools, MyStay’s ecosystem is less extensive.
For hotels relying on less common or specialized PMS or wishing to integrate with a wide range of third-party services, Duve’s larger integration network offers more flexibility and fewer compatibility issues. MyStay’s smaller set suits properties with standard PMS setups and simpler integration needs.
Edge: Duve Upselling by Duve.
Duve has an overall rating of 4.6/5 across 450 reviews, with 131 reviews in the last six months maintaining the same 4.6 rating. MyStay has a slightly higher overall rating of 4.8/5 from 45 reviews but has no reviews in the last six months, making its current rating less certain.
By segment, Duve is rated highly by luxury hotels (4.7/5, 186 reviews), city center hotels (4.8/5, 163 reviews), resorts (4.8/5, 134 reviews), and boutique hotels (4.7/5, 164 reviews), reflecting strong satisfaction in diverse, often complex operations.
MyStay scores best in extended stay & serviced apartments (4.9/5, 6 reviews), luxury hotels (4.9/5, 12 reviews), and vacation rentals & villas (5/5, 4 reviews), though the smaller review volume limits the strength of this evidence.
Duve’s recent active review volume and stable ratings make its scores more representative of today’s product, while MyStay’s lack of recent reviews means its rating may not reflect current performance.
Edge: Even.
Duve’s base price is $900, and MyStay’s base price is $400. Neither offers a freemium model, monthly flat fee, or per-room pricing, and both have no implementation fees or trials advertised.
Duve’s higher base price corresponds with its extensive feature set, larger integration ecosystem, and operational depth, targeting larger or more complex properties. MyStay’s lower base price makes it accessible for smaller properties seeking core upselling and contactless check-in functionality without additional investments.
Without published pricing tiers or discounts, buyers must consider these base prices as starting points and request custom quotes for full cost analysis.
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Duve Upselling by Duve and MyStay by MyStay both address hotel upselling and guest communication but cater to different operational scales and needs. Duve provides a comprehensive, multi-channel guest experience platform with an extensive feature set and integration ecosystem, while MyStay offers a streamlined, contactless solution focused on efficient check-in and basic upselling.
Choose Duve if your property demands advanced personalization, broad communication channels including WhatsApp and SMS, dynamic upgrade pricing, and detailed analytics to drive revenue and enhance guest engagement. Duve’s proven success in large luxury hotels and hotel groups and its 131 recent reviews averaging 4.6/5 provide strong evidence of its operational impact.
Choose MyStay if your hotel prioritizes straightforward contactless check-in, automated messaging, and QR code upselling at a lower cost, with simpler integration needs. MyStay’s 4.8/5 rating from 45 reviews reflects high satisfaction within smaller or mid-size properties, despite the absence of recent reviews.
This comparison reflects a choice between Duve’s depth and operational breadth versus MyStay’s simplicity and focus. Your decision should align with your property size, budget, integration complexity, and the guest experience level you aim to deliver.
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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Offer Delivery
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We analyzed 8 verified case studies to compare what hotels actually achieve with each platform across four key business objectives.
"Duve was a game changer for our customer service. I knew the platform would help us connect with guests but I was amazed at how cleverly simple it all is, even guests who are not v..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"While scaling up and growing in terms of more hotel rooms and more hotels in different countries we found it difficult to communicate with our guests in a very personal way. Duve f..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
What hoteliers love
Users repeatedly say Duve centralizes guest communication across channels like SMS, WhatsApp, email, and in-app chat, making it easier to answer quest... Users repeatedly say Duve centralizes guest communication across channels like SMS, WhatsApp, email, and in-app chat, making it easier to answer questions quickly and keep guests informed before and during the stay. Many note that this reduces repetitive front-office work and creates a faster, more consistent guest experience.
The most common value cited is Duve’s ability to drive additional revenue through room upgrades, late check-out, early check-in, packages, and other e... The most common value cited is Duve’s ability to drive additional revenue through room upgrades, late check-out, early check-in, packages, and other extras. Reviewers say the platform makes offers easy to manage and helps hotels monetize unsold inventory while supporting TRevPAR and overall profitability.
Reviewers commonly describe Duve as a tool that reduces manual work for front desk and guest service teams by centralizing tasks and automating routin... Reviewers commonly describe Duve as a tool that reduces manual work for front desk and guest service teams by centralizing tasks and automating routine communication. This efficiency is seen as especially valuable for busy hotels, allowing staff to focus more on service and less on repetitive admin.
Where hoteliers push back
Users often want more control over the look, layout, and configuration of the guest app and related workflows. While Duve is seen as flexible, reviewe... Users often want more control over the look, layout, and configuration of the guest app and related workflows. While Duve is seen as flexible, reviewers say larger groups especially need better tools for category management, branding, and property-specific customization.
Support quality is mixed: some reviewers praise fast help and strong implementation assistance, while others say response times, hotel-specific expert... Support quality is mixed: some reviewers praise fast help and strong implementation assistance, while others say response times, hotel-specific expertise, or follow-up can be lacking. Several also want better training resources for new staff so teams can use the platform consistently and manage changes more confidently.
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Unique capabilities
What hoteliers love
Some users ask for more customization options in automatic messaging and content presentation. They desire greater freedom in editing templates and in... Some users ask for more customization options in automatic messaging and content presentation. They desire greater freedom in editing templates and integrating with multiple hotels or specific PMS systems. Customization in currency based on language and more text editing options are also requested.
Users highlight the ability to effectively communicate with guests before, during, and after their stay. MyStay facilitates automated messaging and th... Users highlight the ability to effectively communicate with guests before, during, and after their stay. MyStay facilitates automated messaging and the sharing of relevant information about accommodation and activities, creating a personalized experience. This feature helps address guest needs promptly and improve overall satisfaction.
MyStay is widely praised for its efficient and fast check-in process. Guests can check-in online before arrival, which saves time and reduces lines at... MyStay is widely praised for its efficient and fast check-in process. Guests can check-in online before arrival, which saves time and reduces lines at the reception. The process includes electronic signatures and ID verification. This feature is especially valued during the pandemic for its contactless capability.
Where hoteliers push back
The integration of MyStay with PMS systems is a critical topic. While many appreciate the integration, some users face difficulties and request smooth... The integration of MyStay with PMS systems is a critical topic. While many appreciate the integration, some users face difficulties and request smoother connections. Better synchronization with PMS could further enhance the usability and convenience of the platform.
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Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Duve Upselling and MyStay share many core Upselling Software features, but each has unique capabilities. Duve Upselling offers 72 verified integration partners, while MyStay offers 30. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. MyStay leads in ease of use at 4.9/5 vs 4.7/5. 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.
Duve Upselling: No. MyStay: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Upselling 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. Duve has an HT Score of 98 and MyStay has 19. 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. |
| Reach, Staying Power & Resources |
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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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