Smoobu or Amenitiz?
Pick the platform that fits your property business.
A side-by-side look at pricing, direct bookings, channel connectivity and support, so you can see which platform fits your property type and market.
Flat-fee channel manager for vacation rentals
Guided PMS for independent hotels in Southern Europe
Which one should you choose?
Each platform is strongest in a different situation.
Choose Smoobu
If you manage up to around 20 vacation rentals or apartments and want a flat monthly fee, a commission-free direct booking site, and every core feature included at every plan tier.
Choose Amenitiz
If you run an independent hotel, B&B or guesthouse in France, Spain, Italy or Portugal and want free multilingual human support, guided onboarding, and built-in local compliance.
Consider Zeevou
RECOMMENDEDIf you want a free core PMS, 0% commission on direct bookings, and modular add-ons that let you scale from a handful of units to 200+ without re-platforming later.
Smoobu vs Amenitiz at a glance
Based on publicly available data as of September 2026.
SmoobuDIY-friendly dashboard for independent hosts and small rental managers
AmenitizHands-on PMS for independent hotels with local compliance support
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 | Smoobu | Amenitiz |
|---|---|---|
| Unified inbox | ||
| Guest CRM | – | |
| Automated messages and emails | ||
| Online check-in process | included in Professional plans | |
| Airbnb messaging autoresponder | centralized Airbnb messaging via inbox | – |
Direct Booking
| Feature | Smoobu | Amenitiz |
|---|---|---|
| Free website | included in Professional plans | |
| No commission | ||
| Direct booking website builder | ||
| Mobile and SEO friendly | ||
| Custom templates | ||
| Promotions & Vouchers support | – | |
| Review collection | ||
| Upsell and add-ons | upselling via booking engine link | |
| GDPR compliance | – |
Support
| Feature | Smoobu | Amenitiz |
|---|---|---|
| Free setup and onboarding | included in all plans | |
| Email & live chat | ||
| Phone support | ||
| One-on-one support | – |
Integrations
| Feature | Smoobu | Amenitiz |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | invoicing solution add-on | – |
| Dynamic pricing | paid add-on, €12.99/property/mo | PriceLabs, Advanced plan |
| Payments | Stripe & PayPal integration | |
| Google tools | – | Google Hotel integration |
| Communications | WhatsApp, Advanced plan | |
| Smart locks | Advanced plan |
Brand Management
| Feature | Smoobu | Amenitiz |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple property PMS | – | |
| Multiple currencies | – |
Operations
| Feature | Smoobu | Amenitiz |
|---|---|---|
| Task management | – | |
| Centralised calendar | ||
| Mobile app | ||
| Check-out management | ||
| Self check-in | ||
| Custom rates setting | set base price, fees, sync pricing | derived rate plans |
Automation
| Feature | Smoobu | Amenitiz |
|---|---|---|
| 2-way API integration (for rates and availability, images, descriptions, and amenities) | ||
| iCal support | – | |
| Payment collection | ||
| Guest details collection | via Chekin integration | |
| Guest CRM | – | |
| Automated security deposit | – | |
| ID collection | – | via Chekin integration |
Reporting
| Feature | Smoobu | Amenitiz |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time reporting | ||
| Dashboard reporting | ||
| 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 Smoobu or Amenitiz cheaper?
Smoobu publishes its pricing, starting from around €28 per unit per month with a 0.9% booking fee on its lowest tier or 0% on higher tiers. Amenitiz does not publish pricing and requires a quote, though it charges 0% commission on direct bookings and separate AmenitizPay transaction fees. Compare a quote against Smoobu's published tiers to see which suits your portfolio size.
Which is better for independent hotels versus vacation rentals?
Amenitiz is built specifically for independent hotels, B&Bs and guesthouses, with local compliance features like tourist tax and e-invoicing for France, Spain, Italy and Portugal. Smoobu is aimed more at vacation rental hosts and small property managers with up to around 20 units. Choose the one that matches your property type and location.
Do both platforms charge commission on direct bookings?
Neither charges commission on bookings made through their own direct booking engine or website. Smoobu applies a 0.9% booking fee only on its lower-cost Professional Flex plan, while its Professional Prepaid and Teams Pro+ plans are commission-free. Amenitiz charges 0% commission on all direct bookings, though its AmenitizPay payment processing carries separate per-transaction fees.
Can I switch from Smoobu or Amenitiz to another platform?
Both platforms let you export or migrate your data, and Smoobu's subscriptions can be cancelled with 30 days' notice. If you're considering a move, Zeevou offers a guided migration path so your calendar, listings and bookings carry over without downtime.
Which platform offers a free trial?
Smoobu offers a 14-day free trial with full feature access and no credit card required. Amenitiz does not publish a free trial and instead requires a demo or quote before you can start.
