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 115 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:
HotelRunner shines in ease of use and customer support , with exclusive features like Email Marketing and Data Analysis & Reporting.
iperbooking shines .
Side-by-side ratings based on 115 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 115 verified reviews, HotelRunner users most value its multi-channel management, support and reliability, ease of use, while iperbooking users highlight . Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Channel Managers 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) ▾ | #12 40 reviews | — |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | #13 22 reviews | — |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | #10 9 reviews | — |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) | #15 2 reviews | — |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | #7 51 reviews | — |
| Luxury ▾ | #10 31 reviews | — |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | #14 17 reviews | — |
| Extended Stay ▾ | #12 6 reviews | — |
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| North America | #19 1 reviews | — |
| Europe ▾ | #14 16 reviews | — |
| Asia Pacific ▾ | #13 8 reviews | — |
| Middle East ▾ | #2 63 reviews | — |
Choosing the right channel management solution can significantly impact your hotel's operational efficiency and revenue. HotelRunner’s Channel Manager and iperbooking both aim to streamline your distribution channels, but they cater to different needs and hotel profiles. While HotelRunner offers a comprehensive, feature-rich platform with a strong recent user base, iperbooking’s limited review data makes it harder to evaluate its effectiveness. Which one aligns better with your hotel’s priorities?
Both HotelRunner and iperbooking are designed to connect your property with multiple distribution channels, reducing overbooking risks and simplifying rate management. HotelRunner’s platform is praised for its real-time sync, multi-channel control, and extensive feature set, supported by a high review count and recent positive feedback. In contrast, iperbooking lacks recent reviews and detailed feedback, making it difficult to gauge its current performance or user satisfaction.
HotelRunner’s reviews emphasize its ease of setup, especially with live support, and its ability to handle peak-season demands, which is crucial for busy hotels. Iperbooking’s review absence leaves a void in understanding its reliability, support quality, and user experience. If your hotel relies on fast, dependable channel management, HotelRunner’s recent review volume and high ratings strongly suggest it’s the more proven choice. Are you comfortable choosing a platform with no recent review data?
If your hotel needs a proven, well-supported channel manager with a broad feature set, go with HotelRunner. Its extensive integrations, high user ratings, and recent positive reviews make it the clear leader for properties seeking reliability and efficiency. It’s particularly suited for boutique hotels, city center properties, and resorts that need comprehensive tools to manage multiple channels effortlessly.
If your hotel primarily operates in Europe and prefers a simpler, potentially more budget-friendly solution with fewer features, iperbooking might seem appealing—though the lack of recent reviews is a concern. For hotels that value proven performance and ongoing support, HotelRunner’s track record and active user base make it the safer, more confident choice.
HotelRunner excels with a 4.7/5 ease-of-use rating based on over 100 reviews and recent feedback, highlighting its intuitive interface and straightforward onboarding. Users often praise its quick setup—especially with live support—and its simplified channel control, which reduces staff training time.
Iperbooking has no recent reviews or ratings available, making it impossible to assess its current user experience or ease of adoption. Given the lack of recent data, HotelRunner’s clearly documented user-friendly interface and support infrastructure give it the edge here.
Edge: HotelRunner.
HotelRunner offers 24 unique features, including email marketing, web design, data reporting, meta search marketing, social media management, PMS connectivity, inventory management, and yield rules. These capabilities enable your hotel to not only manage channels but also enhance your marketing efforts and data-driven decision-making.
Iperbooking’s feature list is not publicly detailed, and it offers no exclusive or standout functions compared to HotelRunner’s extensive suite. Without concrete data on features, it’s reasonable to conclude HotelRunner’s broader, more advanced toolset gives it the advantage.
Edge: HotelRunner.
HotelRunner maintains a customer support rating of 4.7/5 from over 100 recent reviews, with many users emphasizing quick, helpful responses. Testimonials highlight their support team’s responsiveness and the value of live support sessions that simplify setup and troubleshooting.
Iperbooking has no recent review data or support ratings available, making it impossible to assess the quality or responsiveness of their customer service. Based on existing evidence, HotelRunner’s proven support infrastructure clearly outperforms the unknown support experience of iperbooking.
Edge: HotelRunner.
HotelRunner integrates with 17 verified partners, including major OTAs like Expedia, Agoda, Airbnb, and PMS systems such as protel and Oracle Hospitality. This extensive network simplifies your property’s connection to a wide array of distribution channels and management systems.
Iperbooking connects with only 8 verified partners, including SiteMinder and Little Hotelier. While these are useful, the smaller integration network limits flexibility and reach compared to HotelRunner’s more comprehensive ecosystem.
Edge: HotelRunner.
HotelRunner enjoys a 4.78/5 overall rating based on 109 reviews, with recent reviews in the last six months reinforcing its strong reputation. Hotels of all types, especially independent, boutique, and city hotels, consistently praise its ease of use, reliability, and support.
Iperbooking has no recent reviews or ratings, so we cannot determine how hoteliers currently view its performance or satisfaction levels. HotelRunner’s established positive reputation and recent feedback make it the more trusted option among hoteliers.
Edge: HotelRunner.
HotelRunner charges a straightforward $100 monthly fee, with no free tier, trial, or implementation fees. This predictable pricing supports budget planning and scales well for hotels of various sizes.
Iperbooking’s pricing is not publicly available, leaving uncertainty about its costs and value proposition. Without transparent pricing, HotelRunner’s clear, fixed monthly fee offers a decisive advantage.
Not ideal if your hotel is very small or only needs basic channel management without additional features.
Not ideal if your hotel needs extensive features, integrations, or proven support—especially given the lack of recent user feedback.
HotelRunner stands out as the more proven, well-supported channel management platform, backed by over 100 recent reviews and a 4.78/5 rating. Its broad feature set, deep integrations, and active user feedback make it the safest choice for hotels seeking reliability and growth.
Iperbooking’s limited recent reviews and unclear feature scope make it a risky option for hotels that rely on proven, responsive solutions. If your hotel values consistency, support, and a comprehensive platform, HotelRunner is the clear winner.
For properties that need a trusted, full-fledged channel manager, HotelRunner’s recent review volume and high ratings tip the scale. However, if your hotel’s distribution needs are minimal or confined to Europe, and you’re willing to risk less support and fewer features, iperbooking might still be worth exploring—though without the reassurance of recent user feedback, caution is advised.
Channel Managers 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, HotelRunner Channel Manager and Iperbooking share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 12 more features differ between these products.
What hoteliers love
Users praise HotelRunner for its ability to manage multiple booking channels seamlessly from a single platform. This feature is specifically highlight... Users praise HotelRunner for its ability to manage multiple booking channels seamlessly from a single platform. This feature is specifically highlighted as beneficial during peak seasons, reducing workload and human error while ensuring all channels are up-to-date.
Quick access to support and reliable operation are often underlined in reviews. Users experience prompt responses when assistance is needed, ensuring... Quick access to support and reliable operation are often underlined in reviews. Users experience prompt responses when assistance is needed, ensuring smooth operations without major disruptions.
Customers frequently mention the user-friendly nature of the system, particularly noting the convenience of controlling and sending prices across mult... Customers frequently mention the user-friendly nature of the system, particularly noting the convenience of controlling and sending prices across multiple channels. This ease of use is a significant advantage for hotel staff dealing with daily operations.
Where hoteliers push back
Some reviews suggest minor improvements to the interface could be beneficial. While the system generally meets expectations, enhancing the interface c... Some reviews suggest minor improvements to the interface could be beneficial. While the system generally meets expectations, enhancing the interface could further streamline operations.
A common point of criticism is the speed of the updating process. Even though it is working smoothly, some users feel it could be faster to enhance ef... A common point of criticism is the speed of the updating process. Even though it is working smoothly, some users feel it could be faster to enhance efficiency during operations.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. HotelRunner Channel Manager and Iperbooking share many core Channel Managers features, but each has unique capabilities. HotelRunner Channel Manager offers 17 verified integration partners, while Iperbooking offers 8. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. HotelRunner Channel Manager leads in ease of use at 4.7/5 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.
HotelRunner Channel Manager: No. Iperbooking: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Channel Managers 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. HotelRunner has an HT Score of 76 and iperbooking 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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