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TLDR
We analyzed 210 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:
RoomRaccoon shines in customer success and after-sales support — especially for airport and conference properties (5.0/5), with exclusive features like Revenue management module and Payment processing.
Side-by-side ratings based on 210 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 210 verified reviews, HOIST GROUP users most value its , while RoomRaccoon users highlight customer success and after-sales support, ease of use and onboarding, ai assistant and chatbot automation. 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 94 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #18 22 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #15 10 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #17 0 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #9 101 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #9 66 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #16 29 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #7 29 reviews |
By Region
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| North America ▾ | — | #24 7 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | — | #6 126 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | — | #34 4 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #31 1 reviews |
RoomRaccoon PMS clearly stands apart as the more established and operationally robust property management system compared to HOIST GROUP - HotSoft. RoomRaccoon boasts 210 verified reviews averaging 4.7/5 overall, with strong marks in ease of use (4.7), support (4.5), and onboarding (4.6). In contrast, Hoist Group’s HotSoft lacks any verified user reviews or rating data on Hotel Tech Report, leaving its real-world performance and adoption unproven by the market.
RoomRaccoon serves small independent hotels and boutique properties across Europe, Africa, and North America, supporting a wide range of operational workflows with its 51 unique PMS features and 87 integrations. HOIST GROUP HotSoft is positioned as a comprehensive platform with extensive functionality across reservations, front desk, housekeeping, billing, and reporting, but without verified user validation or integration evidence.
Both products aim to solve fundamental property management challenges: automating reservations, streamlining front desk operations, coordinating housekeeping, and improving guest communications. However, RoomRaccoon’s market presence, feature depth, and documented user results make it the practical choice for hoteliers seeking a proven, full-featured PMS. HotSoft’s lack of reviews and integration data suggests caution for buyers who cannot verify its operational success.
If your property is a small independent hotel, boutique, bed & breakfast, or serviced apartment in Europe, Africa, or North America, RoomRaccoon is strongly recommended based on 210 reviews and broad feature coverage including channel management, revenue management, and guest CRM. Review data from 90+ bed & breakfasts and 101 boutique hotels rate RoomRaccoon consistently at 4.7-4.8/5, showing solid operational fit.
For hotels seeking an unproven system with no available user ratings or integration data, HOIST GROUP - HotSoft has limited evidence to support selection. This lack of verified customer feedback or active integrations means HotSoft may be better suited for buyers with direct vendor relationships or those looking for bespoke deployments not reflected on the marketplace.
Data is thin or absent for mid-size or large hotels on both platforms, but RoomRaccoon’s case studies highlight small properties saving hours daily and increasing direct bookings, indicating a strong fit for smaller scale, independent operations. Until HotSoft obtains verified reviews, buyers should weigh the risk of unvalidated performance.
RoomRaccoon scores a 4.7/5 ease of use rating across 210 reviews, with users citing an intuitive calendar, clear color-coded booking statuses, and minimal training time. Several reviewers specifically mention easy adoption by front desk teams and housekeeping staff, supported by training videos and guided onboarding sessions. The system’s user interface allows staff to focus more on guest service rather than administrative tasks.
HOIST GROUP - HotSoft has no verified ease of use or onboarding ratings, making it impossible to assess from user feedback. Vendor claims about user-friendly design and intuitive interface remain uncorroborated in the absence of reviews.
Given this data, RoomRaccoon offers a proven, operator-friendly experience for daily hotel staff, while HotSoft’s ease of use remains unproven. However, without comparable review data for HotSoft, the difference cannot be definitively quantified.
Edge: Even.
RoomRaccoon holds a clear advantage with 51 unique hotel-specific features not matched by HOIST GROUP - HotSoft, which has no verified feature claims beyond generic PMS functionality. RoomRaccoon’s distinctive capabilities include an integrated channel manager, revenue management module, booking engine, payment processing, housekeeping module, automated night audit, guest CRM, and mobile apps for staff. These features directly transform workflows by automating distribution, optimizing rates, streamlining housekeeping assignments, and enhancing guest communication — reducing manual workload and increasing revenue.
In contrast, HOIST GROUP - HotSoft’s feature set is described generally as covering reservations, front desk, housekeeping, billing, and reporting. However, with no verified unique features or customer evidence, its operational impact is unclear.
RoomRaccoon’s automated yield rules, multi-currency and multi-lingual support, integrated payment terminals, and online check-in/out further extend its value for independent hotels managing diverse guest profiles and revenue streams.
Edge: RoomRaccoon PMS.
RoomRaccoon’s customer support rating stands at 4.5/5 with onboarding rated 4.6/5 from 210 reviews, indicating consistently positive experiences. Reviewers praise the customer success team for knowledgeable, hands-on assistance during setup and training. However, some also note occasional slow or limited after-sales follow-up and lack of weekend support, which can affect operations during peak booking times.
HOIST GROUP - HotSoft has no verified customer support ratings or reviews, so support quality cannot be assessed. The absence of reviewer feedback prevents drawing conclusions about responsiveness or reliability.
RoomRaccoon’s support is generally dependable but not perfect; HotSoft remains an unknown. Operationally, RoomRaccoon’s support enables smoother launches and ongoing problem resolution, critical for small hotels with limited IT resources.
Edge: Even.
RoomRaccoon offers 87 verified integrations, including key hospitality tools such as Sage accounting, FLEXIPASS keyless mobile access, RevControl revenue management, and multiple channel management platforms. This broad ecosystem supports multi-department workflows, centralized reporting, and connectivity to marketing and payment systems. Hotels benefit from real-time two-way integrations that reduce manual data entry and synchronize operations.
HOIST GROUP - HotSoft has no verified integrations on record, which suggests limited third-party connectivity or lack of marketplace validation. This absence may restrict operational flexibility and increase reliance on manual processes or bespoke interfaces.
For hotels requiring seamless connectivity with existing or preferred systems, RoomRaccoon’s integration depth is a decisive advantage.
Edge: RoomRaccoon PMS.
RoomRaccoon holds a 4.7/5 overall rating from 210 reviews, with 94% likelihood to recommend. Segment ratings show consistent satisfaction across boutique hotels (4.7/5), bed & breakfasts (4.8/5), resorts (4.8/5), and serviced apartments (4.8/5). Ratings from the last six months are limited (1 review), so recent sentiment is less clear but aligns closely with the overall score.
HOIST GROUP - HotSoft has no verified user ratings or reviews on Hotel Tech Report, so no comparative rating data is available. The lack of public user feedback prevents assessing user satisfaction or loyalty.
Given the robust volume and consistency of RoomRaccoon ratings and absence of comparable data for HotSoft, RoomRaccoon is rated higher by hoteliers.
Edge: Even.
RoomRaccoon publishes a base price of $1,000 with no per-room fees or implementation charges. It does not offer a free trial. Pricing covers the entire PMS plus integrated channel manager and booking engine, providing transparent, predictable costs for budgeting.
HOIST GROUP - HotSoft does not publish pricing details, monthly fees, or implementation costs. There is no evidence of a freemium or flat monthly pricing model, and no trial information is available.
Without published pricing from HotSoft, buyers cannot directly compare costs. RoomRaccoon’s straightforward base pricing is preferable for budget-conscious buyers requiring cost certainty.
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The core difference between HOIST GROUP - HotSoft and RoomRaccoon PMS lies in verified operational maturity and market presence. RoomRaccoon is a proven, all-in-one cloud PMS with validated functionality, rich integrations, and positive user feedback from over 200 hotels worldwide. HotSoft presents as a capable system by description but lacks any verified user reviews, integrations, or pricing transparency.
Choose RoomRaccoon if you operate a small to mid-size independent hotel, boutique, or bed & breakfast in Europe, Africa, or North America and want a single platform that combines PMS, channel management, booking engine, and revenue management. Its automation tools, mobile apps, and 87 integrations support efficient workflows and direct booking growth.
Opt for HOIST GROUP - HotSoft only if your hotel has direct vendor engagements or specific operational requirements not covered by RoomRaccoon, but be aware of the risks due to the absence of verified user feedback, integrations, and pricing data. Without third-party validation, HotSoft’s real-world impact and reliability remain uncertain.
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.
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
Several reviews highlight strong, hands-on support from specific customer success staff who arrange training, meetings, and practical guidance. Howeve... Several reviews highlight strong, hands-on support from specific customer success staff who arrange training, meetings, and practical guidance. However, others report the opposite: slow or non-existent follow-up after setup, unresolved tickets, and poor post-sale care that can create real operational and financial pain.
Users repeatedly say RoomRaccoon is easy to learn and operate, with a clear overview that does not require prior technical knowledge. Training videos... Users repeatedly say RoomRaccoon is easy to learn and operate, with a clear overview that does not require prior technical knowledge. Training videos and guided sessions help teams adopt the platform quickly and put it into daily use with less friction.
RoomRaccoon’s AI additions are seen as promising, with users saying the chatbot still needs training to become more efficient for daily operational ta... RoomRaccoon’s AI additions are seen as promising, with users saying the chatbot still needs training to become more efficient for daily operational tasks. Others praise the AI assistant as a major support tool, indicating automation is becoming a meaningful part of the product’s value.
Where hoteliers push back
Several reviews highlight strong, hands-on support from specific customer success staff who arrange training, meetings, and practical guidance. Howeve... Several reviews highlight strong, hands-on support from specific customer success staff who arrange training, meetings, and practical guidance. However, others report the opposite: slow or non-existent follow-up after setup, unresolved tickets, and poor post-sale care that can create real operational and financial pain.
Some reviewers mention limitations when managing reservations within the same room category, especially when guests need to be moved from room to room... Some reviewers mention limitations when managing reservations within the same room category, especially when guests need to be moved from room to room. That points to a need for smoother room assignment handling in busy hotels with more complex occupancy patterns.
Unique capabilities
It depends on your requirements. HOIST GROUP - HotSoft and RoomRaccoon PMS share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. HOIST GROUP - HotSoft offers 0 verified integration partners, while RoomRaccoon PMS offers 87. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
HOIST GROUP - HotSoft: 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. HOIST GROUP has an HT Score of 0 and RoomRaccoon has 75. 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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