GuestWisely vs. Smoobu: From Starter Tools to Scalable Operations
Smoobu is great when you’re starting out. But when your short-term rental business grows, GuestWisely offers the automation, owner tools, and financial reporting you need to manage professionally, without patching together plugins.
Compare the features of GuestWisely and Smoobu with our comprehensive comparison page and see why GuestWisely is the top choice for businesses.
GuestWisely ✅
Smoobu
Channel Manager
✅ Built-in
✅ Included
Direct Booking Website
✅ Customizable + Booking Engine
✅ Template-based
Guest Messaging Automation
✅ Templates + Triggers
✅ Basic
Owner Portals & Custom Statements
✅ Included
❌ Not native
Task & Housekeeping Management
✅ Native
⚠️ Limited via 3rd-party
Integrated Trust Accounting
✅ Built-in
❌ Not included
Dynamic Reporting
✅ Custom filters & exports
⚠️ Basic analytics only
Portfolio Size Fit
20–500+ properties
1–20 properties
Pricing Model
Flat monthly/annual rates
Flat monthly/annual rates
Compare the features of GuestWisely and Smoobu with our comprehensive comparison page and see why GuestWisely is the top choice for businesses.
GuestWisely
Smoobu
Channel Manager
✅
✅
Direct Booking Website
✅
✅
Guest Messaging Automation
✅
✅
Owner Portals & Custom Statements
✅
❌
Task & Housekeeping Management
✅
⚠️
Integrated Trust Accounting
✅
❌
Dynamic Reporting
✅
⚠️
Portfolio Size Fit
20+ properties
1–20 properties
Pricing Model
Flat monthly/annual rates
Flat monthly/annual rates
Who Is Smoobu Best For?
Smoobu is a solid, user-friendly tool designed for individual hosts and small property owners managing up to 10–20 units. It’s easy to set up and great for syncing calendars, managing guest communication, and launching a simple booking website.
But as your business grows, you may run into limitations around owner communication, financial tools, and team management — areas where GuestWisely was built to shine.
Why Property Managers Choose GuestWisely
GuestWisely is a purpose-built solution for short-term rental professionals who need to run a real business, not just a few listings. Once you begin managing multiple owners, housekeepers, and revenue channels, Smoobu’s lightweight toolset starts falling short.
GuestWisely replaces those limitations with powerful features for trust accounting, owner reporting, task management, and multi-user access, all designed to work together in one integrated platform. No extra logins, no spreadsheets, no cobbled-together workflows.
Whether you’re growing from 20 to 200+ units, expanding across cities, or onboarding new owners, GuestWisely gives you the tools to do it with confidence.
Key Advantages of GuestWisely
Designed for Multi-Owner Portfolios
Smoobu wasn’t built with owner relationships in mind. GuestWisely gives you customizable portals, automated statements, and built-in contracts for seamless owner collaboration.
Built-In Financial Tools
From invoicing to trust accounting, GuestWisely handles your financial workflows natively — no need for external accounting platforms or complex exports.
Stronger Operational Control
Assign cleaning and maintenance tasks, manage staff access, and monitor performance in real-time, all from one system.
Clear Upgrade Path
If you’ve outgrown Smoobu, GuestWisely offers the professional PMS structure you need — without the high cost of enterprise-level solutions like Guesty.
FAQ
What you need to know to grow confidently with GuestWisely.
What’s the main difference between Smoobu and GuestWisely?
Smoobu is a great beginner PMS for small portfolios. GuestWisely is a full-featured solution for professional managers who need owner tools, trust accounting, task automation, and financial reporting in one platform.
Can I migrate from Smoobu to GuestWisely?
Yes. Our onboarding team will guide your migration, including listing imports, guest data, calendar syncs, and team training, with zero downtime.
Do I need third-party tools with GuestWisely?
No. Unlike Smoobu, which relies on add-ons for tasks or invoicing, GuestWisely is fully integrated. Everything from guest messaging to owner payouts is handled in one place.
How is GuestWisely priced compared to Smoobu?
GuestWisely offers scalable, flat-rate pricing based on your portfolio size and feature needs. While the entry price may be higher than Smoobu, it replaces several tools, making it more efficient as you grow.
Graduating from Smoobu? GuestWisely Is Ready When You Are
GuestWisely is the next step for property managers ready to scale — with powerful tools that reduce admin, impress owners, and grow profits. Let’s build the right plan for your portfolio.