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TLDR
We analyzed 395 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:
Hores shines , with exclusive features like Guest CRM and Payment Requests.
ThinkReservations shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for brand properties (0.0/5) , with exclusive features like EPoS and Automated night audit.
Side-by-side ratings based on 395 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 395 verified reviews, Hores users most value its , while ThinkReservations users highlight customer support, operational efficiency, data and reporting. 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) ▾ | — | #4 145 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #9 25 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) | — | #6 3 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | — | #5 1 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #7 100 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #7 70 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #7 24 reviews |
| Extended Stay ▾ | — | #11 8 reviews |
By Region
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| North America ▾ | — | #1 386 reviews |
| Europe | — | #57 0 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | — | #32 0 reviews |
| Middle East | — | #32 0 reviews |
Choosing the right property management system (PMS) can make or break your hotel’s operational efficiency, guest satisfaction, and revenue. Two leading solutions—HoresPlus by Hores and ThinkReservations PMS—offer distinct advantages but cater to different hotel needs. While Hores boasts a strong reputation with over 600 hotels trusting it for three decades, ThinkReservations has a higher review score, recent positive feedback, and more extensive integrations. Which platform aligns better with your goals?
HoresPlus aims to be an all-in-one hotel management hub, centralizing operations like bookings, guest management, and housekeeping. ThinkReservations, on the other hand, emphasizes ease of use, automation, and channel connectivity, with a focus on driving revenue through features like upselling and robust OTA integrations.
HoresPlus's extensive feature set (14 unique features) includes guest CRM, payment requests, and an integrated ID scanner—ideal for hotels that need a comprehensive, customizable system. ThinkReservations, with only 4 exclusive features, focuses on streamlining booking and guest communication, making it suitable for small to mid-sized properties that prioritize simplicity and automation.
Do you need a deep, all-in-one platform with advanced operational tools, or a straightforward, user-friendly PMS optimized for online booking and guest engagement?
If your hotel requires a broad array of management features—like guest CRM, automated space optimization, and housekeeper mobile apps—HoresPlus is the better pick. Its 35 shared features plus specialized tools support complex operations for hotels that want control and customization. However, Hores has no recent reviews or ratings, which limits confidence in ongoing support and usability.
If your focus is on maximizing online bookings, increasing revenue, and seamless OTA integration, ThinkReservations is the clear winner. Its 356 reviews, with a 4.88/5 overall rating and a recent 9.68/5 NPS score, indicate high satisfaction and responsiveness. The platform’s user-friendly interface and robust support suit small to mid-sized hotels, especially those seeking quick onboarding and direct connectivity with OTAs like Airbnb, Expedia, and TripAdvisor.
For a hotel prioritizing operational depth, go with HoresPlus. For efficiency and guest engagement, choose ThinkReservations. Which features matter most to your team?
ThinkReservations earns a near-perfect 4.82/5 for ease of use, with reviews praising its intuitive design and quick onboarding—even for staff less familiar with PMS. Support is highly rated at 4.82/5, with users noting the dedicated, accessible team and seamless training videos. Recent reviews highlight how effortless it is for staff to adapt, especially when integrated with their existing workflows.
HoresPlus, with a 0/5 rating, offers little information on user experience. Its complex feature set suggests a steeper learning curve, and the lack of recent reviews raises concerns about ongoing usability and support.
Edge: ThinkReservations.
HoresPlus’s strength lies in its extensive feature set, with 14 exclusive modules like guest CRM, integrated ID scanners, online checkout, and revenue management. These tools cater to hotels seeking a tailored, highly integrated solution capable of managing every aspect of operations internally.
ThinkReservations offers only 4 unique features but excels in OTA connectivity and automation, including EPoS, automated night audit, and PCI compliance. Its feature set—totaling 39 shared plus unique features—is focused on simplifying booking, upselling, and channel management.
Overall, HoresPlus’s richer feature library supports complex, multi-layered hotel operations. If comprehensive management tools are a priority, HoresPlus wins. For streamlined booking and revenue automation, edge: ThinkReservations.
ThinkReservations’s reviews consistently praise its support, with ratings around 4.82/5, citing quick, knowledgeable responses and seamless onboarding. Customers also appreciate the 24/7 availability and ongoing platform improvements, making support a key strength.
HoresPlus, with no recent reviews or ratings, provides no clear information on support quality. Its long-standing reputation suggests stability, but the lack of recent feedback makes it impossible to evaluate its current support standards.
Edge: ThinkReservations.
ThinkReservations boasts 16 verified integrations, including major OTAs (Airbnb, Expedia, TripAdvisor), and additional partners like Sojern, TrustYou, and OpenKey, which bolster marketing, reputation, and guest engagement efforts. This extensive partner network enhances its appeal for hotels seeking wide distribution and operational flexibility.
HoresPlus offers only 7 verified partners, including Profitroom, Bookassist, and Onity, but lacks the depth of OTA integrations seen in ThinkReservations. Its fewer integrations may limit outreach and automation options for modern hotels.
Edge: ThinkReservations.
No recent reviews exist for HoresPlus, making it impossible to gauge user satisfaction directly. Conversely, ThinkReservations’s 356 reviews yield an impressive 4.88/5 overall rating, with recent feedback reinforcing its high approval.
Hotels in the B&B, boutique, and small hotel segments rate ThinkReservations higher, with many praising its ease of use, support, and revenue features. Larger or more complex hotels might find HoresPlus’s extensive tools more suited, but confidence in user satisfaction remains stronger for ThinkReservations.
Edge: ThinkReservations.
HoresPlus offers no publicly available pricing, which suggests it might be customized or require direct inquiry. This lack of transparency can pose a challenge for budget-conscious hotels.
ThinkReservations charges a flat $500 monthly fee, with no additional implementation fees or per-room charges. Its straightforward pricing simplifies budgeting, especially for small to mid-sized hotels.
In absence of detailed HoresPlus pricing data, ThinkReservations’s transparent fee structure provides better clarity for your financial planning.
Not ideal if your team prefers easy onboarding, quick setup, or minimal training requirements.
Not ideal if your hotel requires extensive customization or complex operational modules.
HoresPlus offers a detailed, customizable management system with a broad feature set suited for larger or more complex hotels. It’s ideal for properties that want control, depth, and scalability, but its lack of recent reviews raises concerns about ongoing support and usability.
ThinkReservations is a well-rated, easy-to-use platform perfect for small and mid-sized hotels focused on online booking, automation, and revenue growth. Its recent reviews highlight exceptional support and a high satisfaction rate, making it the safer choice for most hoteliers today.
If your hotel needs a robust, all-in-one management system and you value extensive features, go with HoresPlus. If you prefer a streamlined, highly rated PMS with strong OTA integration and automation, pick ThinkReservations.
In summary: for proven satisfaction and recent positive feedback, ThinkReservations is the clear leader.
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, HoresPlus and ThinkReservations PMS share 35 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 6 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.
"I became aware of ThinkReservations at a trade show in the US, and I could see right away that it would help Blue Tang Inn streamline our operations, increase our booking and upsel..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"ThinkReservations Digital Registration has streamlined our check in process, making my job so much easier. Being able to ask guests for their ID and credit card ahead of time, agre..."
No published case study for this goal yet.
"We try to take care of all the needs of our guests so that they have an experience rather than just a stay"
Unique capabilities
What hoteliers love
Though already noted as excellent by many, a few reviews express the desire for additional support on weekends to better handle urgent inquiries.
ThinkReservations aids in streamlining operations through digital registration, night audits, and easy management of booking and check-in processes, a... ThinkReservations aids in streamlining operations through digital registration, night audits, and easy management of booking and check-in processes, allowing staff to focus more on guest interactions.
The system offers comprehensive data and reporting features, enabling hoteliers to make informed decisions on pricing, guest satisfaction, and strateg... The system offers comprehensive data and reporting features, enabling hoteliers to make informed decisions on pricing, guest satisfaction, and strategy planning.
Where hoteliers push back
Some reviews highlight issues with the pricing structure, including dissatisfaction with channel manager fees and the high price of features like Thin... Some reviews highlight issues with the pricing structure, including dissatisfaction with channel manager fees and the high price of features like ThinkMessenger.
Mandatory two-step authentication is a point of frustration for some users, who find it burdensome and wish for lower security settings.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. HoresPlus and ThinkReservations PMS share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. HoresPlus offers 7 verified integration partners, while ThinkReservations PMS offers 16. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. ThinkReservations 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.
HoresPlus: No. ThinkReservations 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. Hores has an HT Score of 0 and ThinkReservations has 89. 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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