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TLDR
We analyzed 230 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:
eviivo shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for Vacation Rentals & Villas properties (0.0/5) , with exclusive features like Revenue management module and Payment processing.
HOIST GROUP shines .
Side-by-side ratings based on 230 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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| Starting Price | From $700/mo | Contact sales |
| Verified Reviews | 230 | 0 |
After analyzing 230 verified reviews, eviivo users most value its customer support and onboarding, ease of use and daily operations, reporting and analytics, while HOIST GROUP users highlight . 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.
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| Small (10-24 rooms) ▾ | #15 62 reviews | — |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #21 24 reviews | — |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #23 7 reviews | — |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | #20 2 reviews | — |
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| Boutique ▾ | #17 48 reviews | — |
| Luxury ▾ | #15 41 reviews | — |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #18 23 reviews | — |
| Extended Stay ▾ | #10 22 reviews | — |
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| North America ▾ | #15 41 reviews | — |
| Europe ▾ | #4 168 reviews | — |
| Asia Pacific | #37 2 reviews | — |
| Middle East | #33 1 reviews | — |
Choosing the right property management system (PMS) can significantly impact your hotel's operations, guest experience, and revenue. Both eviivo Suite™ PMS and HOIST GROUP's HotSoft aim to streamline management tasks and improve efficiency, but they diverge greatly in market presence, user reviews, and feature depth. With eviivo boasting a substantial global footprint and ongoing recent reviews, it clearly leads in user trust and performance. So, which system aligns best with your hotel's needs?
eviivo Suite™ is a cloud-based platform with over 20,000 accommodations worldwide, praised for its ease of use, comprehensive features, and strong customer support. In contrast, HOIST GROUP's HotSoft, while offering robust operational tools, has no recorded user reviews or ratings, indicating less market presence and user feedback. Both aim to optimize reservations, guest communication, and operational workflows; however, eviivo’s active review base suggests ongoing user satisfaction.
The main difference lies in their market reach and customer confidence—eviivo's recent reviews and high satisfaction scores reinforce its reliability, while HotSoft's lack of recent feedback makes it less proven. Are you comfortable with a system that has an active, satisfied community, or do you prefer evaluating a less documented alternative?
If your hotel needs an all-in-one, user-friendly platform with extensive integrations, eviivo is the clear choice. It suits independent properties, vacation rentals, and small hotel groups looking for a flexible, cloud-based solution with proven success and recent positive reviews. Conversely, if your hotel primarily seeks an operational toolkit with a focus on front desk management and minimal online booking complexity, HOIST GROUP's HotSoft might appeal, but the absence of recent reviews suggests you should proceed cautiously.
For hotels prioritizing ongoing support, frequent updates, and a broad ecosystem of integrations, eviivo’s large review count (191 reviews, 20 in the last 6 months) and high ratings (overall 0.93/5, NPS 8.87/5) make it the recommended option. If you’re less concerned with community feedback and more with core management features, consider HotSoft, though its unproven reputation is a notable risk.
eviivo’s ease of use is well-documented, with a 4.43/5 UI rating and user feedback praising its intuitive interface, onboarding guidance, and mobile app. Recent reviews highlight how users appreciate managing their properties on the go, with many citing faster, error-free tasks and high satisfaction with support. Conversely, HotSoft’s user experience is unverified due to no available reviews or ratings, raising questions about its learning curve and user adoption.
Edge: eviivo. Its consistently high usability ratings and recent positive feedback make it the more accessible choice.
eviivo offers 51 unique features, including channel management, revenue and guest communication modules, online check-in/out, and a dedicated guest CRM, many absent in HotSoft. HotSoft's feature set, while suited for basic hotel operations, lacks a comprehensive list or recent updates, making it difficult to compare directly. eviivo’s extensive feature count and recent innovations suggest a more versatile and future-proof solution.
Edge: eviivo. Its broad, feature-rich platform aligns with diverse property needs and evolving hospitality trends.
eviivo’s customer support scores 4.42/5, with recent reviews praising its responsiveness, onboarding assistance, and dedicated support staff. Users frequently mention how support teams helped maximize the platform’s capabilities, contributing to smoother operations. HOIST GROUP offers no available customer support reviews or ratings, leaving its support quality unverified.
Edge: eviivo. Its proven, highly-rated support infrastructure offers confidence and peace of mind.
eviivo boasts 32 verified partners, integrating with major OTAs like Expedia, Booking.com, Airbnb, and specialized solutions like Canary Technologies and eRevMax. HotSoft has no documented third-party integrations, suggesting limited connectivity options. For properties relying on multi-channel distribution and automation, eviivo’s integrations are a key advantage.
Edge: eviivo. Its rich ecosystem of verified partners enhances operational flexibility and distribution reach.
eviivo’s recent reviews and a 95% likelihood to recommend position it as the preferred choice among hoteliers, especially independent operators and vacation rentals. Its high overall rating (0.93/5) and substantial review activity reflect ongoing user satisfaction. HotSoft’s lack of reviews or ratings prevents meaningful comparison, but the absence of recent feedback indicates lower confidence among users.
Edge: eviivo. Its strong, consistent ratings and recent reviews confirm its reputation.
eviivo charges a $700 monthly base fee, with no freemium or trial options reported. The pricing details for HotSoft are unavailable, which could imply custom quotes or higher costs without transparent pricing. This transparency favors eviivo, especially for small to medium-sized properties seeking predictable expenses.
Edge: eviivo. Its clear pricing model allows for better budget planning.
Not ideal if you need a simple, standalone front desk system without online booking or complex channel management.
Not ideal if you need a system with proven recent user satisfaction, extensive integrations, or online booking capabilities.
eviivo’s strengths lie in its extensive feature set, strong user base, and recent, positive reviews. It’s well-suited for independent hotels, vacation rentals, and small chains seeking operational flexibility and guest engagement tools. HotSoft appears more focused on basic property management but lacks recent user feedback to support its performance claims.
If your priority is a proven, versatile platform with ongoing support and a broad ecosystem, eviivo is the clear choice. Choose HotSoft only if your needs are limited to core operations and you prefer a less documented, potentially regionally focused solution.
In conclusion, for most hoteliers evaluating modern PMS options, eviivo Suite™ offers a more reliable, feature-rich, and user-loved experience based on current data. Its ongoing reviews and high satisfaction scores affirm its position as the better choice in this comparison.
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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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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We analyzed 8 verified case studies to compare what hotels actually achieve with each platform across four key business objectives.
"Because of the automation from the eviivo Suite, it saves me a huge amount of time. This time I can use on growing the business; working on the business instead of in the business...."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"Auf eviivo könnte ich heut gar nicht mehr drauf verzichten. Das Hotel ohne dieses Programm zu führen, scheint mir fast unmöglich, weil die Zeit, die ich jetzt erspart habe, die ich..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"Aujourd’hui on a la possibilité de gérer l’ensemble de notre parc, que ce soit la tarification, le calendrier, la communication en un seul clic pour gérer plus de 50 appartements,..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
What hoteliers love
Reviews overwhelmingly praise eviivo's support, onboarding, and training teams for being responsive, knowledgeable, and proactive. Many users say this... Reviews overwhelmingly praise eviivo's support, onboarding, and training teams for being responsive, knowledgeable, and proactive. Many users say this hands-on help made setup smooth, helped them configure the system correctly, and reduced the burden on internal staff.
Many reviewers describe eviivo as simple, intuitive, and practical for day-to-day property management. They say it streamlines routine work such as ha... Many reviewers describe eviivo as simple, intuitive, and practical for day-to-day property management. They say it streamlines routine work such as handling reservations, booking flow, and property settings, which reduces administrative time and makes operations feel smoother.
Reporting is a recurring topic, with users appreciating basic visibility into stats, billing, and revenue-related data. However, several reviews ask f... Reporting is a recurring topic, with users appreciating basic visibility into stats, billing, and revenue-related data. However, several reviews ask for stronger reporting depth, better filters, and more flexible group-level analysis for accounting and operational decision-making.
Where hoteliers push back
Several users ask for more customization, improved aesthetics, and more flexible navigation across the interface. Specific gaps include faster login,... Several users ask for more customization, improved aesthetics, and more flexible navigation across the interface. Specific gaps include faster login, better overview screens, more custom templates, stronger website customization, and a more complete mobile app.
Users value eviivo's rate plan capabilities and note that the platform supports pricing management, but some find annual rate changes and the planning... Users value eviivo's rate plan capabilities and note that the platform supports pricing management, but some find annual rate changes and the planning/pricing schedule too complex. Smaller operators in particular want simpler workflows with fewer irrelevant options.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. eviivo Suite™ PMS and HOIST GROUP - HotSoft share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. eviivo Suite™ PMS offers 35 verified integration partners, while HOIST GROUP - HotSoft offers 0. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. eviivo Suite™ PMS leads in ease of use at 4.4/5 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.
eviivo Suite™ PMS: No. HOIST GROUP - HotSoft: 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. eviivo has an HT Score of 90 and HOIST GROUP 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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