iGMS or Elina?
Pick the platform that fits your property business.
A side-by-side look at scope, pricing and support, so you can judge whether iGMS or Elina matches your portfolio size and operation.
Inbox and channel manager for small hosts
PMS for serviced apartments and hotels
Which one should you choose?
Each platform is strongest in a different situation.
Choose iGMS
If you're an independent host with 2-8 properties expanding from Airbnb to Vrbo and Booking.com, and want a commission-free direct booking site with pay-per-booking pricing.
Choose Elina
If you run serviced apartments, aparthotels or multi-unit, multi-location portfolios and need one system for PMS, channel manager, payments and 50+ built-in reports.
Consider Zeevou
RECOMMENDEDIf you want a free core PMS, 0% direct booking fee, and modular add-ons that scale with you, without iGMS's pay-per-booking costs or Elina's quote-based pricing.
iGMS vs Elina at a glance
Based on publicly available data as of September 2026.
iGMSFor independent hosts with 2-8 Airbnb properties
For serviced apartments, hotels and multi-unit portfolios
See what Zeevou offers
Free core PMS, 0% commission on direct bookings and everything you need to grow from 5 units to 200+.
Book a free consultation“…Easy to board the property and integrate with the OTA’s. I love the monthly chat where we can be updated on features and improvements…”
Tamar Finkelstein“…A game-changer in helping me systemise my business operations while providing a seamless user journey for my guests…”
Jordan Bunton-Williams“…The perfect Channel Manager for our portfolio. ID verification, agreements and security deposits all in one place!…”
Fabian ProsciucA quick feature breakdown
Guest Communication and AI
| Feature | iGMS | Elina |
|---|---|---|
| Unified inbox | ||
| Guest CRM | ||
| Automated messages and emails | ||
| Online check-in process | web-app via link or QR code | |
| AI-powered chatbot | – |
Direct Booking
| Feature | iGMS | Elina |
|---|---|---|
| Free website | Website builder at no extra cost | – |
| No commission | – | |
| Direct booking website builder | ||
| Mobile and SEO friendly | ||
| Custom templates | ||
| Integration with Google Analytics and Google Tag Manager | – | |
| Promotions & Vouchers support | ||
| Review collection | – | |
| Upsell and add-ons | upsell extras in booking engine | |
| GDPR compliance | – |
Support
| Feature | iGMS | Elina |
|---|---|---|
| Free setup and onboarding | ||
| Email & live chat | ||
| FAQs & Live Host Forum | – | |
| Phone support | PRO+ plan | |
| One-on-one support |
Integrations
| Feature | iGMS | Elina |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | – | |
| Booking security services | – | |
| Dynamic pricing | ||
| Cleaning management | ||
| Payments | ||
| Google tools | – | Google Analytics integration |
| Communications | guest experience/chatbot partners | |
| Task management | – | |
| Smart locks | ||
| Key exchange |
Brand Management
| Feature | iGMS | Elina |
|---|---|---|
| Custom SEO settings for each brand | ||
| Multiple property PMS | – | |
| Multiple currencies | – |
Operations
| Feature | iGMS | Elina |
|---|---|---|
| Task management | ||
| Centralised calendar | ||
| Mobile app | – | |
| Check-out management | ||
| Self check-in | ||
| Custom rates setting | ||
| Weekly and monthly rates | – |
Automation
| Feature | iGMS | Elina |
|---|---|---|
| 2-way API integration (for rates and availability, images, descriptions, and amenities) | ||
| iCal support | – | |
| Payment collection | Via Stripe | |
| Guest details collection | ||
| Guest CRM | ||
| Automated security deposit | – | |
| Agreement | Rental agreements via check-in form | |
| ID collection | ||
| Corporation CRM | – |
Reporting
| Feature | iGMS | Elina |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time reporting | ||
| Dashboard reporting | ||
| Monthly profit report | – | |
| Owner portal | ||
| Automated owner reporting | monthly owner reporting with fees | |
| Booking reports |
Information is based on publicly available data and our independent analysis as of September 2026. Features, pricing and capabilities may change without notice. “–” means the company does not list the feature publicly.
Frequently asked questions
Is iGMS or Elina cheaper?
iGMS publishes its pricing openly, starting at $1 per booked night on the FLEX plan (minimum $20 per property/month) or from $38 per property/month on PRO. Elina's Connect, Connect + Channel Manager and Enterprise bundles are quote-based, so you'll need to contact its sales team for a price tailored to your portfolio.
Which is better for a small portfolio of Airbnb listings?
iGMS is built specifically for independent hosts with 2-8 properties expanding from Airbnb to Vrbo and Booking.com, with pay-per-booking pricing that scales down as you grow. Elina is positioned more broadly for serviced apartments, hotels and multi-unit operators.
Which is better for serviced apartments or hotels?
Elina is explicitly built for serviced apartments, hotels, aparthotels and multi-unit, multi-location operators, with native accounting integrations and multi-currency booking. iGMS states it is not designed for long-term leases or residential property management.
Does iGMS or Elina charge direct booking fees?
Neither charges OTA-style commissions on direct bookings made through their own booking engines. iGMS's FLEX plan charges $1 per booked night across all bookings processed through the platform, while Elina's booking fee structure is not published and would need to be confirmed with its sales team.
Do iGMS and Elina offer phone support?
iGMS reserves phone support for its PRO+ plan, aimed at portfolios of 20+ properties. Elina includes phone, email, chat and helpdesk support as standard for all customers and team members through its Elina Cares service.
