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 69 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:
PaySimple shines .
ROH shines in ease of use and customer support — especially for brand properties (0.0/5) , with exclusive features like Payment Splitting and Recurring Payments.
Side-by-side ratings based on 69 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 69 verified reviews, PaySimple users most value its , while ROH users highlight automation of payments and invoicing, user-friendly interface, training and support. Click any theme to see what reviewers say.
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How each product ranks among Payments Processing 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) | — | #3 2 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) ▾ | — | #4 13 reviews |
| Large (75-199 rooms) ▾ | — | #2 21 reviews |
| X-Large (200+ rooms) ▾ | — | #2 25 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | — | #2 31 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #2 34 reviews |
| Branded / Chain ▾ | — | #2 28 reviews |
| Extended Stay | — | #3 4 reviews |
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| North America ▾ | — | #2 61 reviews |
| Europe | — | #3 1 reviews |
As you evaluate payment processing options for your hotel, the choice hinges on your specific needs and priorities. PaySimple and ROH both aim to streamline payments, but they diverge significantly in scope, features, and user experience. Your team needs a solution that fits your operational complexity and growth plans—so which is the better fit?
PaySimple offers broad, traditional payment management but lacks recent reviews and a strong online presence. ROH, by contrast, is a dedicated hospitality payment platform with a proven track record, more recent feedback, and a higher overall rating. Which platform aligns better with your hotel’s strategic goals?
PaySimple was designed for service-based businesses seeking flexible payment acceptance, including online, mobile, and POS transactions. However, it has no recent reviews or verified customer feedback, making its current effectiveness uncertain. ROH, on the other hand, has 65 reviews in the last six months, with a 99% likelihood to recommend, indicating strong recent user satisfaction.
While PaySimple claims to integrate with SaaS applications via a robust API, it lacks verified partnerships and has no listed integrations for hotels. ROH, by contrast, offers just one verified integration—Oracle Hospitality—yet many users praise its ease of use and automation capabilities. Are you willing to trust a platform with limited recent validation, or do you prefer a solution with tangible, current user feedback?
If your hotel needs a straightforward, flexible payments platform supporting online and mobile payments, PaySimple might seem appealing. But given its zero reviews and an overall rating of 0/5, its current standing offers no confidence in its performance or support.
If your hotel values automation, detailed invoicing, and strategic cash flow management, ROH is the clearer choice. Its 65 recent reviews, high NPS score, and 4.97 support rating make it a reliable partner for hospitality payments.
For hotels seeking proven, recent, and highly rated payment solutions, ROH is the recommended option. PaySimple’s lack of recent validation makes it too risky for immediate deployment.
PaySimple earns a 0/5 ease-of-use rating, with no recent reviews or customer feedback to substantiate its UI or onboarding experience. Its lack of documented support or onboarding details suggests significant uncertainty regarding usability.
ROH, by contrast, boasts a near-perfect 4.95/5 ease-of-use score based on 10 recent reviews. Users consistently mention its intuitive platform, straightforward onboarding, and minimal learning curve. Hotel staff have commented that ROH makes payment processing simple and hassle-free.
Edge: ROH.
PaySimple’s feature set appears nonexistent, with no unique features listed or demonstrated in the available data. Its offering seems limited to basic payment acceptance, which is insufficient for modern hotel needs.
ROH provides 19 distinct features not available in PaySimple, including refund management, pre-authorizations, payment splitting, recurring payments, Apple Pay/Google Pay acceptance, chargeback management, and PCI compliance. These functionalities support complex hotel transaction scenarios and operational automation.
Edge: ROH.
PaySimple’s support ratings are unavailable, and no recent reviews mention support quality or onboarding. This lack of data raises questions about post-sale assistance and user satisfaction.
ROH’s support scores are outstanding, with a 4.97/5 rating based on recent reviews. Users describe their support as “great,” emphasizing effective onboarding and ongoing assistance. Many mention support staff’s responsiveness and helpfulness, which is crucial when implementing new payment systems.
Edge: ROH.
PaySimple has no verified integrations listed, limiting its appeal for hotels seeking seamless system connectivity. Its API may be available, but without verified partners, integration confidence remains low.
ROH offers one verified integration: Oracle Hospitality. While limited, this demonstrates a commitment to connecting with hospitality-specific systems. Users would benefit from more integrations, but the current verified offering supports core hotel operations.
Edge: ROH.
With zero reviews and ratings, PaySimple provides no current feedback from hotel users, making it impossible to assess satisfaction or segment preference.
ROH, however, has a 4.91/5 overall rating based on 65 recent reviews. Hotels across various segments, including luxury, boutique, and resorts, praise its ease of use, automation, and support. Notably, property types like resorts and independent hotels often rate it higher for its operational efficiency.
Edge: ROH.
PaySimple does not list pricing; it appears to follow a traditional SaaS model without transparent fees or trial offers. This opacity can complicate budget planning and decision-making.
ROH charges a straightforward $100 monthly base fee, with no additional implementation or per-room charges. Although the platform's full pricing details aren’t extensive, its clear fee structure simplifies budgeting for hotels.
Edge: ROH.
Not ideal if your hotel needs detailed features like refunds, pre-authorizations, or automated scheduling. Larger properties or those seeking comprehensive financial automation should look elsewhere.
Not ideal if your hotel operates on a very tight budget without room for monthly fees or if you require extensive third-party system integrations beyond Oracle Hospitality.
ROH is a dedicated hospitality payments platform with a proven track record, recent high reviews, and comprehensive features. Its automation and support make it well-suited for hotels looking to optimize financial workflows.
PaySimple, while potentially flexible, currently offers no recent reviews, feature set, or demonstrated hotel-specific capabilities. Its lack of validation makes it unsuitable for hotels seeking a reliable, feature-rich payment solution today.
If your hotel prioritizes ease of use, automation, and proven support, choose ROH. Its recent reviews and high ratings provide confidence in its ability to meet hospitality needs.
If your hotel only requires basic, minimal payments processing and is comfortable with a less validated solution, PaySimple may be considered, though caution is advised given the current data gaps.
According to HTR's product database, PaySimple and ROH share 0 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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Showing top differences. 7 more features differ between these products.
We analyzed 1 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.
"When we were new to ROH, a change in my finance team left our accounts receivable a mess—over a million dollars past due. I reached out to the ROH team in a panic, and they immedia..."
What hoteliers love
Automation of payments and invoicing streamlines key financial tasks such as scheduling, billing, and notification of payments. Reviewers frequently h... Automation of payments and invoicing streamlines key financial tasks such as scheduling, billing, and notification of payments. Reviewers frequently highlight the time savings and operational efficiency gained through ROH's automation. It also helps in reducing manual errors, thereby improving cash flow management.
ROH is consistently praised for its intuitive interface, which is easy for both hotel staff and clients to use. The platform simplifies the process of... ROH is consistently praised for its intuitive interface, which is easy for both hotel staff and clients to use. The platform simplifies the process of making and receiving payments, leading to a smoother transaction experience and increased satisfaction among users.
Users appreciate the initial training and continued support from ROH, helping to ensure a smooth adoption of the software. This is particularly benefi... Users appreciate the initial training and continued support from ROH, helping to ensure a smooth adoption of the software. This is particularly beneficial for onboarding new users or addressing complex queries effectively.
Where hoteliers push back
While ROH provides significant time-saving benefits, several users suggested enhancements around integration with existing hotel systems such as PMS a... While ROH provides significant time-saving benefits, several users suggested enhancements around integration with existing hotel systems such as PMS and sales software for even greater efficiency. This includes potential integration with Salesforce, Delphi, and Opera.
Unique capabilities
Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. PaySimple and ROH share many core Payments Processing Software features, but each has unique capabilities. PaySimple offers 0 verified integration partners, while ROH offers 1. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. ROH leads in ease of use at 5.0/5 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.
PaySimple: No. ROH: No. Neither product currently offers a free tier. Most Payments Processing 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. PaySimple has an HT Score of 0 and ROH has 100. 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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