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 209 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:
FairCloud shines .
RoomRaccoon shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for independent properties (4.1/5) , with exclusive features like Revenue management module and Payment processing.
Side-by-side ratings based on 209 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 209 verified reviews, FairCloud users most value its , while RoomRaccoon users highlight user interface and experience, all-in-one system, automated emails and documents. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Property Management 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) ▾ | — | #10 90 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #17 27 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #14 7 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #19 0 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #9 100 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #9 64 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #14 29 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #7 28 reviews |
By Region
| Segment | FairCloud |
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| North America ▾ | — | #24 7 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #5 123 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | — | #31 4 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #31 1 reviews |
Choosing a property management system (PMS) is critical for your hotel’s efficiency and guest satisfaction. FairCloud PMS by FairCloud aims to automate administrative tasks and provide AI-driven insights but has zero reviews and no recent data. RoomRaccoon PMS by RoomRaccoon boasts over 169 reviews, with recent feedback from five in the last six months, making it the more reliable choice. Its high rating of 4.88/5 and 94% likelihood to recommend indicate strong user satisfaction. Will you prioritize a platform with proven user feedback or one that’s still untested?
FairCloud claims to be a comprehensive PMS, but it has no reviews or active customer feedback to verify its capabilities. In contrast, RoomRaccoon is well-reviewed, with recent, detailed feedback highlighting its features, ease of use, and reliability. The lack of reviews makes FairCloud’s value uncertain, while RoomRaccoon’s 169 reviews, including recent ones, provide a clear picture of strengths and weaknesses. Which platform offers you more confidence in daily operations?
If your hotel needs a proven, feature-rich PMS with solid customer feedback, go with RoomRaccoon. It’s especially suitable for small and independent hotels looking for automation, channel management, and revenue tools. FairCloud’s lack of reviews and concrete data suggest it may not meet your current operational needs. For data-backed reliability and extensive features, RoomRaccoon is the safer pick. Are you comfortable choosing an unreviewed product, or do you want a proven solution?
RoomRaccoon scores 4.74/5 for ease of use, with many reviews praising its intuitive interface and user-friendly onboarding process. Users mention that staff adopt the platform quickly, and the system simplifies complex tasks like reservations and reporting. FairCloud has no reviews or ratings, so its usability remains unverified. Based on current data, RoomRaccoon clearly leads in user experience. Edge: RoomRaccoon.
RoomRaccoon offers 51 distinct features, including channel management, revenue management, booking engine, mobile app, guest CRM, automated night audit, and multi-currency support. FairCloud provides no publicly available features, which raises questions about its functionality. Given RoomRaccoon’s extensive feature set, it significantly outperforms the undefined capabilities of FairCloud. If features matter to you, RoomRaccoon is the evident choice. Edge: RoomRaccoon.
RoomRaccoon boasts a support rating of 4.53/5, with many reviews mentioning helpful and responsive service. Users appreciate the onboarding process and ongoing assistance. FairCloud, with no reviews or customer feedback, cannot be evaluated on support quality. For dependable support, RoomRaccoon’s proven track record makes it the better option. Edge: RoomRaccoon.
RoomRaccoon integrates with 88 verified partners, including top hospitality solutions like Sage, Paxxio, and RevControl. FairCloud offers no verified integrations, limiting its connectivity options. More integrations mean smoother workflows and less manual data entry. With its broad and verified partner network, RoomRaccoon provides greater operational flexibility. Edge: RoomRaccoon.
RoomRaccoon’s 4.88/5 rating from 169 reviews indicates strong, consistent user satisfaction, especially among small hotels and independent operators. FairCloud has no reviews, so its user satisfaction cannot be assessed. Recent reviews praise RoomRaccoon’s ease of use, automation, and support, reinforcing its leading reputation. If you want peer-backed confidence, RoomRaccoon is the clear winner. Edge: RoomRaccoon.
FairCloud’s pricing details are unavailable, suggesting it might either be free, bespoke, or not clearly marketed. RoomRaccoon charges a base fee of $1,000, with no additional costs for implementation or per-room charges. While the price may seem steep for some, the extensive features and proven support justify the investment. If budget transparency is key, RoomRaccoon’s clear pricing gives you a benchmark. Edge: RoomRaccoon.
FairCloud might suit very small or experimental properties, but the lack of reviews raises doubts about its suitability for operational continuity.
RoomRaccoon excels for independent hotels and small chains that prioritize automation, simplicity, and support.
The core difference is that RoomRaccoon is a validated, highly-rated platform, while FairCloud remains without reviews or verifiable user feedback. For hotels that need proven functionality, positive user experiences, and ongoing support, RoomRaccoon is the clear choice. It offers a robust feature set, extensive integrations, and a track record of customer satisfaction.
If your hotel values confidence in performance and support, opt for RoomRaccoon. Its recent reviews and high ratings make it the more trustworthy solution for streamlining operations and increasing revenue. FairCloud’s unverified status makes it unsuitable for hotels seeking reliable, well-rounded PMS technology.
In summary, choose RoomRaccoon if you want a trusted, feature-rich system with current user validation. Consider FairCloud only if you’re willing to experiment with an untested platform and accept the risks that come with a lack of real-world feedback.
Property Management 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, FairCloud PMS and RoomRaccoon PMS share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 39 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 8 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.
"Yield rules have helped us optimise our rates and our occupancy immensely. The ones we found most crucial were setting up yield rules for last minute bookings, to increase our occu..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"The automation of the payment system - from the guests receiving their invoice, the booking confirmation, and the payment being automatically accredited to the reservation - has le..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"Most of our guests travel from far, and they might be tired when they arrive, so they might not always think about the extra things they might need - like a bathrobe and slippers...."
What hoteliers love
Many users find RoomRaccoon's user interface to be intuitive and easy to learn, which simplifies daily operations and onboarding new staff. However, t... Many users find RoomRaccoon's user interface to be intuitive and easy to learn, which simplifies daily operations and onboarding new staff. However, there are suggestions for improvement, especially for mobile and tablet versions of the system to enhance usability further.
RoomRaccoon users praise the all-in-one nature of the platform, which integrates booking engine, channel manager, PMS, and accounting. This consolidat... RoomRaccoon users praise the all-in-one nature of the platform, which integrates booking engine, channel manager, PMS, and accounting. This consolidation helps streamline operations and eliminate the need for multiple software solutions. Many reviews highlight how this feature saves time and makes management easier.
Hoteliers find the automated emails and document features particularly valuable, noting that it saves time and enhances communication with guests. Aut... Hoteliers find the automated emails and document features particularly valuable, noting that it saves time and enhances communication with guests. Automated invoicing and pre/post-stay emails are frequently mentioned benefits. Users also commend the customization options for these automated functionalities.
Where hoteliers push back
While some users appreciate the helpfulness of individual customer support agents, many reviews criticize the availability and responsiveness of RoomR... While some users appreciate the helpfulness of individual customer support agents, many reviews criticize the availability and responsiveness of RoomRaccoon's support team. Long wait times for issue resolution, especially during critical operational periods, are common complaints.
Several reviews point out the limitations in integrating RoomRaccoon with other systems like payment gateways (Stripe, Accounting software), and OTAs.... Several reviews point out the limitations in integrating RoomRaccoon with other systems like payment gateways (Stripe, Accounting software), and OTAs. Users express their desire for more seamless integrations to avoid manual work and additional expenses.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. FairCloud PMS and RoomRaccoon PMS share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. FairCloud PMS offers 0 verified integration partners, while RoomRaccoon PMS offers 88. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. RoomRaccoon PMS leads in ease of use at 4.8/5 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.
FairCloud PMS: No. RoomRaccoon PMS: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Property Management 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. FairCloud has an HT Score of 0 and RoomRaccoon has 80. 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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