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TLDR
We analyzed 36 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:
Revinate shines when it comes to multi-channel guest communication — especially for brand properties (4.9/5) , with exclusive features like SMS text messaging and Guest History.
Loopon shines in onboarding .
Side-by-side ratings based on 36 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 36 verified reviews, Revinate users most value its multi-channel guest communication, customer engagement and satisfaction, automated responses and smart features, while Loopon users highlight . Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Guest Messaging 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) | #21 2 reviews | #22 0 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #13 23 reviews | #17 1 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #15 5 reviews | #13 0 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | #14 3 reviews | #16 0 reviews |
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| Boutique ▾ | #21 10 reviews | #22 0 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | #19 9 reviews | #25 0 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #15 13 reviews | #21 0 reviews |
| Extended Stay | #18 2 reviews | #26 0 reviews |
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| North America ▾ | #8 35 reviews | #22 0 reviews |
| Europe | #22 0 reviews | #9 1 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | #17 0 reviews | #14 0 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #8 0 reviews |
Choosing guest messaging software for your hotel involves understanding what each tool offers and how they align with your operational needs. Revinate’s Ivy by Revinate is an AI-driven messaging platform that automates guest communication across multiple channels, while Loopon In-Stay provides a comprehensive communication suite focused on real-time guest feedback and engagement without requiring apps. Both solve the core problem of enhancing guest interactions, but they diverge significantly in features, usability, and market presence. Which solution better fits your hotel’s specific communication goals?
Revinate’s Ivy excels in automating and personalizing guest communication through AI, managing routine inquiries and upselling opportunities with a high level of integration. Loopon, on the other hand, emphasizes real-time feedback collection and a unified chat experience without app downloads, aiming for a holistic guest journey. While Revinate’s 33 reviews with a 4.82/5 rating signal strong and recent user confidence, Loopon’s single review with a perfect 5/5 rating reflects a very limited but positive early impression. Do you prioritize AI automation or a broad guest feedback ecosystem?
If your hotel needs a robust AI-powered messaging system that automates routine guest interactions and integrates with multiple PMS and third-party systems, go with Revinate. If your focus is on collecting instant guest feedback across the entire stay with a unified communication platform that enhances guest satisfaction without requiring downloads, Loopon is your pick. Urban boutique hotels and resorts that want sophisticated automation should lean toward Revinate, while smaller or budget hotels seeking straightforward feedback tools may prefer Loopon. Which type of guest engagement aligns best with your property?
Revinate’s ease-of-use is rated 4.92/5, with a lengthy onboarding process that most users find straightforward but sometimes complex due to its feature richness. Loopon scores a perfect 5/5 for ease of use, with a simple interface and quick learning curve, especially appreciated by hotels with limited technical teams. While Revinate’s advanced integrations and automation might demand more staff training, Loopon’s streamlined setup makes adoption faster. Edge: Loopon.
Revinate offers 17 unique features, including SMS text messaging, open API, guest history, chatbot booking, WhatsApp integration, automated replies, message routing, and analytics dashboards—making it a highly versatile tool. Loopon, however, comes with no distinct features listed, focusing on real-time chat, feedback collection, and cross-stage communication. Revinate’s broader and more sophisticated feature set positions it as the more comprehensive option. Edge: Revinate.
Revinate boasts a customer support rating of 4.88/5, with reviews praising its responsiveness and helpful staff, though some mention slower responses during peak times. Loopon scores a perfect 5/5 with reviews emphasizing reliable support and support staff availability, though limited review data makes it harder to gauge consistency. Given Revinate’s larger user base and recent reviews, its support is more proven. Edge: Revinate.
Revinate integrates with 98 verified partners, including major PMS systems like Mews, Oracle Hospitality, and Clock, plus marketing and analytics tools. Loopon’s 11 verified partners include key systems like Protel and AeroGuest but fewer options overall. For hotels needing extensive integrations, Revinate clearly leads. Edge: Revinate.
Revinate’s reviews are more numerous (33 reviews) with an overall rating of 4.82/5, reflecting strong and recent satisfaction across various hotel segments, from independent to branded properties. Loopon, with just one recent review, has a perfect rating but lacks broader validation. Hoteliers who value proven, high-rated products should favor Revinate. Edge: Revinate.
Pricing details for both are unavailable, indicating a likely custom quote model based on property size and needs. Expect Revinate’s pricing to reflect its enterprise-grade features and integrations, while Loopon may offer more straightforward or flexible options suitable for smaller hotels. Both lack public prices, so discussing your specific requirements with vendors is essential.
Not ideal if your hotel has minimal staffing or prefers a simple, low-cost feedback tool.
Not ideal if your hotel requires AI automation, extensive integrations, or advanced analytics.
Revinate, with its larger user base, broader feature set, and more recent, high-rated reviews, stands out as the more mature and reliable guest messaging solution. Its AI capabilities, extensive integrations, and proven support make it suitable for hotels that want to automate guest interactions and improve operational efficiency. Loopon offers a more streamlined, feedback-focused approach ideal for smaller hotels or those new to digital guest communication but lacks the depth and proven track record of Revinate.
If your hotel needs a comprehensive, well-supported platform with automation, choose Revinate. For properties seeking simple, effective guest feedback without complex features, Loopon can be a good fit. Either way, aligning your hotel’s size, operational complexity, and guest engagement goals will ensure the best decision.
According to HTR's product database, Revinate (Ivy) and Loopon In-Stay share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 5 more features differ between these products.
What hoteliers love
The ability to capture guest data and communicate through multiple channels, including phone info pre-call and text messaging, is highly valued. This... The ability to capture guest data and communicate through multiple channels, including phone info pre-call and text messaging, is highly valued. This feature enhances the guest experience by allowing for personalized and timely interactions, helping in both guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Revinate/Ivy allows properties to address guest issues before they escalate, leading to improved satisfaction scores. Features like pre-arrival texts... Revinate/Ivy allows properties to address guest issues before they escalate, leading to improved satisfaction scores. Features like pre-arrival texts and prompt responses to queries enhance the guest experience significantly.
Ivy's smart response feature helps significantly during peak times by addressing common guest queries efficiently. Users highlight that guests appreci... Ivy's smart response feature helps significantly during peak times by addressing common guest queries efficiently. Users highlight that guests appreciate the welcome texts and check-ins from Ivy, making communication smoother and more efficient.
Where hoteliers push back
Users have reported occasional technical glitches such as Ivy getting confused with informal vocabulary, delays in messages, and issues with automatio... Users have reported occasional technical glitches such as Ivy getting confused with informal vocabulary, delays in messages, and issues with automation. Continuous improvements and updates are suggested to enhance the reliability of the system.
There is a desire for more customization options, especially concerning chat templates and organizing responses based on specific property needs. Bett... There is a desire for more customization options, especially concerning chat templates and organizing responses based on specific property needs. Better organization capabilities would help teams manage communications more effectively.
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Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Revinate (Ivy) and Loopon In-Stay share many core Guest Messaging Software features, but each has unique capabilities. Revinate (Ivy) offers 98 verified integration partners, while Loopon In-Stay offers 11. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Loopon In-Stay leads in ease of use at 5.0/5 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.
Revinate (Ivy): No. Loopon In-Stay: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Guest Messaging 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. Revinate has an HT Score of 26 and Loopon 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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