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 31 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:
EWV shines .
Shiji Group shines in ease of use and customer support , with exclusive features like Sales Reporting and Employee Reporting and Management.
Side-by-side ratings based on 31 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 31 verified reviews, EWV users most value its , while Shiji Group users highlight user-friendliness, operational efficiency, integration of systems. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Hotel POS 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) | — | #7 1 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #4 14 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #4 14 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #6 2 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #4 10 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #5 22 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #5 19 reviews |
| Extended Stay | — | #6 1 reviews |
By Region
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| North America ▾ | — | #5 8 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #5 6 reviews |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | — | #4 6 reviews |
| Middle East ▾ | — | #3 7 reviews |
Choosing the right POS system for your hotel hinges on multiple factors—core features, ease of use, support, cost, and how well the product fits your property's scale and needs. EWV's macX aims to deliver a revenue management tool powered by AI, but it lacks reviews and a market presence. Shiji Infrasys POS, by contrast, boasts a large and recent review base, high customer satisfaction, and a comprehensive feature set that covers both operations and guest experience management. So, which one aligns best with your hotel’s priorities?
EWV’s macX is primarily a revenue management system with a focus on pricing strategies driven by AI, designed to optimize profitability through predictive analytics. It is built to automate complex pricing decisions, enabling your team to react dynamically to market trends, with a user-friendly interface that simplifies strategy implementation.
Shiji Infrasys POS, however, is a complete F&B and retail management platform tailored for hospitality operations. It integrates seamlessly with property management systems, offers offline functionality, and supports multiple outlets across properties—making daily operations more efficient and less error-prone.
Given the absence of reviews and data for EWV, it’s difficult to verify its real-world effectiveness. Meanwhile, Shiji’s extensive customer feedback and proven track record heavily favor it for operational practicality. Are you looking for a strategic pricing tool or a comprehensive POS system to manage your front-line operations?
If your hotel needs a tool to optimize revenue through intelligent pricing, EWV’s macX could be attractive—assuming the AI algorithms deliver as promised. Its focus on data-driven pricing might be ideal if your team prioritizes revenue maximization and can handle a system with no reviews yet.
On the other hand, if your hotel requires a fully integrated POS system capable of managing F&B, retail, and guest interactions across multiple outlets with high user adoption and support, Shiji Infrasys POS is the clear choice. Its existing customer base includes major brands, and it offers robust features like inventory management, digital menus, and offline operation—perfect for hotels seeking operational efficiency.
For hoteliers who want a proven platform with measurable customer satisfaction and extensive integration options, Shiji is the safer bet. If your primary goal is revenue optimization and you’re willing to take a risk on an unreviewed product, EWV might be worth exploring—but do so cautiously.
Shiji Infrasys POS scores a 4.66 out of 5 for ease of use, reflecting its intuitive interface, quick onboarding, and positive staff adoption. Customers report that staff can learn the system rapidly, with reviews emphasizing the system’s user-friendliness and helpful support team—“prompt & informative service” is a common praise.
EWV’s macX has a zero rating for ease of use, with no reviews or user feedback available. Without recent or verified reviews, we cannot assess how intuitive or straightforward it is for your team to adopt.
Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
Shiji Infrasys offers over 23 features, including cloud-based operations, inventory management, customer insights, mobile ordering, digital menus, and integrated kitchen display. These features directly support day-to-day F&B and retail tasks, helping reduce errors and streamline workflows.
EWV’s macX provides no published features or differentiators, making it impossible to compare its capabilities. Its focus appears to be on AI-driven revenue management rather than operational features.
Given the detailed feature set and proven utility, Shiji’s platform holds the advantage.
Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
Shiji Group’s customer support scores 4.52 out of 5, with reviews highlighting prompt, helpful, and expert assistance—“they help for the smallest issue” and “fast finding a solution.” Support responsiveness is a key reason many users recommend the system.
EWV’s macX has no reviews, ratings, or customer feedback available. Without recent user experiences, we cannot evaluate its support quality or responsiveness.
Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
Shiji Infrasys POS integrates with 64 verified partners, including prominent services like SiteMinder, Revinate, Oaky, IDeaS, Duetto, and Amadeus. This extensive ecosystem allows your hotel to connect seamlessly with booking engines, revenue management tools, and guest experience platforms.
EWV offers no verified integrations, limiting its compatibility with other systems and potentially increasing operational complexity.
Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
EWV has no reviews or ratings, making it impossible to gauge user satisfaction directly. Conversely, Shiji Group’s product has a 9.03 out of 10 NPS score based on recent reviews, with 91% likelihood to recommend, mainly from hotels in the luxury, branded, and conference segments.
Reviews highlight ease of use, excellent support, and the ability to streamline operations, especially for large brands. Its recent reviews reinforce confidence in its ongoing performance and customer satisfaction.
Edge: Shiji Infrasys POS.
EWV does not disclose pricing, and it appears to be a freemium or custom quote model. Its lack of transparent pricing complicates comparisons and decision-making.
Shiji Infrasys POS costs $600 per month, a predictable subscription fee for a comprehensive, enterprise-grade POS solution. This fee includes ongoing support and updates.
Given the transparency, Shiji’s pricing provides clarity for budgeting and ROI evaluation.
Not ideal if your hotel needs an integrated POS platform or reliable customer support.
Not ideal if you have a very tight budget, as the system costs $600/month, and you don’t require extensive POS features.
The core difference is that Shiji Infrasys POS is a fully featured, well-supported operational platform with a large customer base, while EWV is a niche revenue management tool with no reviews or known operational features. Shiji’s platform is better suited for hotels prioritizing efficiency, integration, and support, backed by recent high satisfaction scores.
Choose EWV only if your hotel places a premium on AI-driven revenue optimization and you’re comfortable with the risk of unproven user feedback. It might be suitable for larger, data-savvy hotels seeking to enhance profitability, but it remains unverified in real-world use.
For most hotels, especially those needing a reliable, feature-rich POS with proven support and integration, Shiji Infrasys POS delivers tangible value—and the confidence of a large, recent review base. It is the clear recommendation for hotels seeking operational stability and guest satisfaction enhancement.
Hotel POS 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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According to HTR's product database, EWV - macX and Shiji Infrasys POS share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 11 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 4 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.
"All the big players don't offer the level of API connectivity we need, but Shiji does. From the early stages of our design process, we were confident that Shiji could provide us wi..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"We reduced check-in time by over 80%, from up to eight minutes to just about one minute with the new system."
What hoteliers love
Customers find Shiji's POS and PMS systems user-friendly, reducing training time and easing new users. The intuitive interface makes it popular among... Customers find Shiji's POS and PMS systems user-friendly, reducing training time and easing new users. The intuitive interface makes it popular among staff for managing various tasks smoothly.
Shiji is applauded for its features like menu and table management, which streamline order-taking and reduce errors, ultimately enhancing daily operat... Shiji is applauded for its features like menu and table management, which streamline order-taking and reduce errors, ultimately enhancing daily operations. The system is noted for improving team efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Reviewers praise Shiji for its smooth integration of POS and PMS systems, which simplifies operations by linking various functions such as accounting,... Reviewers praise Shiji for its smooth integration of POS and PMS systems, which simplifies operations by linking various functions such as accounting, reservations, and inventory. This integration aids in accurate data tracking and boosts operational efficiency.
Where hoteliers push back
While many appreciate the system, some report lag and slow performance during peak usage, suggesting a need for optimization. This affects tasks like... While many appreciate the system, some report lag and slow performance during peak usage, suggesting a need for optimization. This affects tasks like checkout processes and impacts overall satisfaction.
Shiji is recognized for its robust reporting capabilities, allowing hotels to pull detailed reports that aid in decision-making. However, some desire... Shiji is recognized for its robust reporting capabilities, allowing hotels to pull detailed reports that aid in decision-making. However, some desire more customization options for deeper analysis.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. EWV - macX and Shiji Infrasys POS share many core Hotel POS Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. EWV - macX offers 0 verified integration partners, while Shiji Infrasys POS offers 65. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Shiji Infrasys POS leads in ease of use at 4.6/5 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.
EWV - macX: No. Shiji Infrasys POS: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Hotel POS 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. EWV has an HT Score of 0 and Shiji Group has 79. 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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