Comparison
Why make it complex
when you can make it profitable?
Most property management systems (PMS) are heavy, slow, impose hidden commissions, and require weeks of training. OTELI PMS takes the exact opposite approach.
| What you are looking for | OTELI PMS | "Bloated" PMS (Opera, Mews...) | "All-in-one" Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onboarding | Immediate. Sleek monochrome interface designed for daily work. | Very heavy. Requires certified training and lengthy setups. | Moderate. Configuration process is often lengthy and rigid. |
| Compatibility | Universal. Web App, PWA (Android / iOS), and dedicated Windows software. | Rigid. Often restricted to a fixed desktop computer or a specific browser. | Standard. Primarily designed for office desktop use. |
| Team management | Included and granular. Customized roles (Reception, Accountant, Manager). | Complex. Costly additional licenses and pricing per user. | Basic. Limited or insufficient access rights to split tasks. |
| Direct bookings | Pragmatic. Sleek direct booking page optimized to convert at 0% commission. | Dependent. Strategy built to link your property to agencies (OTAs). | Heavy. Forces you to create and maintain a complex website from scratch. |
| Local currencies | Native multi-currency. Transparent support for CFA, GHS, USD, EUR, etc. | Limited. Primarily restricted to major Western currencies. | Standard. Only major international exchange currencies. |
| Pricing | From €0 to €15 max. Clear plans, modifiable and without hidden surprises. | High. Several hundred euros monthly with hefty setup fees. | Expensive subscriptions with mandatory long-term commitments. |
Why OTELI PMS changes everything
Five concrete commitments to give control back to property owners.
Accessible across all screens
No longer be chained to a fixed reception desk. Switch instantly from your smartphone to your front desk computer. The interface is fast, fluid, and consumes minimal internet data.
Smart team management
Assign strict access permissions. Your receptionists manage check-ins without seeing your revenue, and your accountants only access billing reports.
Value direct sales
Generate your direct booking page instantly. Share your public link on your Google Maps listing or social channels to capture bookings directly and retain 100% of your margins.
Integrated multi-currency
Issue professional invoices and track operational expenses directly in your local business currencies, including Franc CFA (XOF) and GHS.
Transparent subscriptions
Zero hidden fees or long-term contract lock-ins. Select the plan that fits your business, and scale it up or pause it in a single click directly from your settings.
The verdict
Keep a traditional PMS if you manage a 200-room resort with a massive staff and wish to pass on a substantial share of your revenue as booking agency commissions.
Switch to OTELI PMS if you want a modern, sleek management tool centered on profitability and a fair price.