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We analyzed 48 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:
Prostay shines in customer support and ROI , with exclusive features like On premise and Ancillary revenue tracking.
Redforts shines when it comes to ease of use and intuitive system , with exclusive features like Guest Communication (SMS Messaging) and Mobile App.
Side-by-side ratings based on 48 verified hotelier reviews on HTR.
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After analyzing 48 verified reviews, Prostay users most value its , while Redforts users highlight ease of use and intuitive system, reservation management, customer service. 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) ▾ | #48 5 reviews | #31 21 reviews |
| Mid-Size (25-74 rooms) | #67 0 reviews | #49 3 reviews |
By Property Type
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| Boutique ▾ | #54 3 reviews | #30 18 reviews |
| Luxury ▾ | — | #39 5 reviews |
| Branded / Chain | #62 1 reviews | #49 2 reviews |
| Extended Stay | — | #37 2 reviews |
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| North America | #49 0 reviews | #32 4 reviews |
| Europe ▾ | #48 1 reviews | #14 39 reviews |
| Asia Pacific | #15 4 reviews | — |
Choosing between Prostay by Prostay and Redforts by Redforts hinges on your hotel’s specific needs and priorities. Both serve as property management systems (PMS) aiming to streamline operations, but they diverge in their features, regional presence, and user feedback. Prostay boasts a limited review count but has recent and positive ratings, while Redforts offers a broader user base and more recent reviews, making its data more robust.
Your decision should consider the size, segment, and operational complexity of your property. Are you looking for a highly integrated, resort-focused PMS, or a flexible, all-in-one management solution? Which features align more with your goals—advanced automation or extensive integrations? Let’s explore how these two products compare across key areas.
Prostay and Redforts both aim to simplify hotel management through their respective platforms. Prostay emphasizes multi-property support, automation, and deep reporting, appealing to resorts and larger properties that need centralized control. Redforts focuses on ease of use, automation, and integration with booking engines, making it suitable for small to medium properties seeking a straightforward yet comprehensive system.
Prostay’s recent reviews highlight its intuitive flows and automation capabilities, with a 5/5 customer support rating. Meanwhile, Redforts has a broader user base, including boutique hotels, hostels, and small hotels, with a 4.53/5 support score. The key question: do you prioritize automation and detailed analytics or ease of operation and broad module flexibility?
If your hotel operates at a larger scale, such as resorts or hotel chains, and requires extensive automation, detailed reporting, and multi-property management, Prostay is likely the better fit. Its robust reporting and automation features—like rules-based room assignments and integrated CRS—are designed to handle complex operations efficiently.
Conversely, if your property is smaller, values ease of use, quick setup, and integrated modules like booking engine and channel management, Redforts may be preferable. Its modular approach allows customization based on your needs, and the user reviews consistently praise its simplicity and customer support.
Prostay’s user rating of 4.8/5 indicates a very intuitive interface and smooth onboarding, as reflected in reviews praising its well-thought flows and ease of staff training. Its desktop and native apps further support seamless operation, even offline.
Redforts scores slightly lower at 4.68/5 but is still highly rated for its intuitive design and quick learning curve, especially for small properties or those new to PMS. Positive reviews stress that Redforts is “very easy to learn” and “simplifies daily operations,” though some note room for interface modernization.
Edge: Prostay.
Prostay offers six features unique to its platform, including on-premise deployment, automation, integrated CRS, rules-based room assignments, ancillary revenue tracking, and a spa & wellness module—tailored for resort environments.
Redforts stands out with 15 features exclusive to its platform, including guest communication via SMS, mobile apps, tablet check-in, ID scanners, guest messaging, online check-in, lobby kiosks, and housekeeping mobile apps—focusing on guest experience and operational automation. Both systems share 31 features, but the number of unique functionalities favors Redforts for broader operational modules.
Edge: Redforts.
Prostay’s customer support is highly rated at 5/5, with reviews describing their team as “very responsive” and “helpful,” especially during onboarding and implementation. The recent reviews are positive, emphasizing efficient support for system setup and troubleshooting.
Redforts’ support scores 4.53/5, with reviews praising “quick responses” and “personalized assistance,” though some feedback suggests room for improvement in interface updates. Long-term users value their continuous improvements, but recent reviews indicate that support could be more proactive about UI modernization.
Edge: Prostay.
Prostay currently integrates with two verified partners—Stripe and STAAH—focusing on payment processing and channel management. Redforts also connects with two verified partners—Mr Winston and WuBook—covering channel management and booking engine integrations.
Neither platform dominates in integrations, but both support essential partners for hotel operations. If your existing tech stack aligns with Stripe or STAAH, Prostay might fit more naturally; if you use WuBook or Mr Winston, Redforts could be more compatible.
Edge: Prostay.
Prostay’s limited review count (5 reviews) results in a 0/5 rating, but recent feedback is positive, highlighting its intuitive workflow and automation. The absence of ratings for specific hotel segments makes it difficult to gauge broader property satisfaction.
Redforts, with 40 reviews and a recent rating of 72.88 on the HTTR Score, is rated more favorably overall. Its reviews span various property types, including boutique hotels and hostels, and consistently praise ease of use and efficiency, with an overall support score of 4.53/5.
Thus, Redforts holds a more established reputation among hoteliers in various segments.
Prostay is priced at a flat $600 monthly fee, with no free tier, freemium, or additional implementation costs. Redforts offers its system at a base price of $500, also without free trials or extra fees.
While Prostay’s slightly higher price may reflect its advanced automation and multi-property features, both tend to be affordable options for their respective segments.
Not ideal if you operate a small hotel seeking quick setup, or if your focus is guest-facing features like mobile check-in or guest apps.
Not ideal if your property requires extensive automation, complex revenue management, or multi-property oversight.
Prostay and Redforts serve different hotel segments and operational styles. Prostay’s core strength lies in automation, detailed analytics, and multi-property management—best suited for resorts and chain hotels that need centralized control and sophisticated workflows.
Redforts excels in ease of use, integrated guest management, and flexible module activation, making it an ideal choice for small to medium properties focusing on operational efficiency and guest experience. Its broader feature set and recent reviews make it a more reliable choice for hoteliers seeking proven support and modern functionalities.
If your hotel needs a comprehensive, automation-rich system capable of handling large-scale operations, Prostay is the clear choice. For properties seeking an intuitive, all-in-one management platform with strong guest-facing features and ongoing updates, Redforts should be your pick.
According to HTR's product database, Prostay and Redforts share 31 features. Here are the key differences — features one has that the other lacks.
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| Integrated ID & Passport Scanner | ||
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Showing top differences. 9 more features differ between these products.
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What hoteliers love
Many users appreciate Redforts for its intuitive design, which simplifies training and reduces human errors. This streamlines daily operations, freein... Many users appreciate Redforts for its intuitive design, which simplifies training and reduces human errors. This streamlines daily operations, freeing up staff for other tasks.
The system excels at managing reservations, preventing overbooking, and integrating with multiple platforms. Customization for booking engines and cha... The system excels at managing reservations, preventing overbooking, and integrating with multiple platforms. Customization for booking engines and channel management is also highlighted as a significant strength.
The attentive and responsive customer service is frequently applauded. Users mention personal communication and quick resolution of issues, contributi... The attentive and responsive customer service is frequently applauded. Users mention personal communication and quick resolution of issues, contributing to an overall positive experience.
Where hoteliers push back
Redforts integrates efficiently with booking engines, channel managers, and other platforms, providing a seamless management experience. This capabili... Redforts integrates efficiently with booking engines, channel managers, and other platforms, providing a seamless management experience. This capability simplifies coordination between different systems and platforms.
While the functionality is praised, several reviews mention that the interface appears outdated and could benefit from modernization to enhance visual... While the functionality is praised, several reviews mention that the interface appears outdated and could benefit from modernization to enhance visual appeal and efficiency.
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Where the ratings diverge most
It depends on your requirements. Prostay and Redforts share many core Property Management Systems features, but each has unique capabilities. Prostay offers 2 verified integration partners, while Redforts offers 2. Review the feature comparison above to see where they differ before switching.
Small hotels should prioritize ease of use and fast onboarding. Prostay leads in ease of use at 4.8/5 vs 4.7/5. 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.
Prostay: No. Redforts: 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. Prostay has an HT Score of 0 and Redforts has 73. 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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