Ribat vs Hostaway: which PMS fits your short-stay operation?
Ribat and Hostaway are both property management systems for short-stay operators. Ribat charges a flat monthly fee per property with 0% commission and built-in TTLock door codes. Hostaway is a larger, quote-priced platform. Choose Ribat for simple pricing and smart locks, Hostaway for breadth.
At a glance
| Ribat | Hostaway | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat monthly fee per property by room count | Quote-based; see their pricing page |
| Starting price | From $49/mo per property | See their pricing page |
| Booking commission | 0% | See their pricing page |
| Free trial | 14 days | See their pricing page |
| Booking.com, Expedia, Agoda | Live, real-time two-way sync | See their channel list |
| Airbnb | Live: availability sync | See their channel list |
| Smart locks | Native TTLock, code per booking emailed to guest | Native smart-lock integrations; see their support docs for supported brands and fees |
Pricing: flat band versus quote
Ribat charges a flat monthly fee per property by room count, from $49 (1–2 rooms) to $289 (101+ rooms), with every tool included, 0% booking commission and a 14-day free trial.
Hostaway does not publish a simple price list on its pricing page and works from quotes, so what you pay depends on your listings and add-ons. Third-party reviews quote different figures, which we have not verified, so ask Hostaway for a written quote that includes onboarding and any add-ons.
Smart locks and door codes
Ribat’s TTLock integration creates a unique passcode per booking, emails it to the guest and expires it at checkout. Battery and offline alerts are included, and codes can be generated, revoked or extended manually.
Hostaway’s support documentation describes a smart-lock integration billed per connected device each month, on a tiered schedule that falls as lock count rises. Its published material does not name TTLock, so confirm compatibility in writing if you already own TTLock hardware.
When Hostaway is a better fit
- You need Airbnb rates, messaging and guest details inside your PMS. Ribat keeps Airbnb availability in sync.
- You need a direct booking website or payment processing out of the box. Payments and a direct booking website are available on request: tell us in your demo and we’ll set it up with you.
- You manage a large, complex portfolio and want to compare enterprise-level support options.
When Ribat is a better fit
- You want one predictable monthly price per property and no commission.
- You use, or plan to use, TTLock locks and want codes to appear on their own.
- Booking.com, Expedia and Agoda are your main channels.
- You want to be live in about 15 minutes with free guided setup and a 14-day free trial.
Sources and last checked
Competitor facts last checked: . Pricing and features change, so confirm on their site before you decide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ribat cheaper than Hostaway?
Ribat publishes flat prices from $49 per property per month. Hostaway uses quotes, so we cannot state a number; request a quote and compare it with Ribat’s band for your room count.
Does Hostaway support TTLock?
Hostaway has a smart-lock integration, but its public material we reviewed does not name TTLock. Confirm with Hostaway before relying on it.
Does Ribat support Airbnb?
Yes. Airbnb is live and keeps your availability in sync. Booking.com, Expedia and Agoda sync availability, rates and reservations.
Does Ribat charge commission?
No. Ribat has 0% booking commission and no per-reservation fee.
Can I try Ribat before switching?
Yes. Every account starts with a 14-day free trial, with free guided setup.
Related pages
- Comparison Ribat vs Guesty Flat per-property pricing with locks included versus a broad platform with add-ons.
- Feature Smart lock automation A unique, time-limited TTLock code for every booking, emailed to the guest automatically.
- Pricing Pricing Flat monthly fee per property from $49, 0% commission.
- Integration TTLock Native TTLock integration: a unique, time-limited code per booking.
- Solution Vacation rentals Seasonal properties that run themselves through peak season.
- Home Ribat home The all-in-one PMS for apartments, hostels and hotels.
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