Comparison

Vrbo Owner vs GuestWisely

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Vrbo Owner

Manage your vacation rental business on the go. Stay connected with travelers, respond to inquiries, and manage bookings and your calendar from your smartphone. Update listing details and policies with ease.

Highlights
  • Receive booking alerts
  • Reply to inquiries
  • Approve/decline bookings
  • Manage guest messages
  • Update reservation calendar
  • Edit listing details
Features
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The Vrbo Owner Mobile App makes it easy to manage your vacation rental. Stay connected with travelers, manage your bookings, and run your business, anytime and anywhere. NEVER MISS A BOOKING Get alerted every time you receive an inquiry or booking request! You can reply to an inquiry and approve or decline bookings directly from your smartphone. QUICKLY REPLY TO MESSAGES It’s easy to stay connected to guests before, during, or after their booking. You can read and reply to your messages quickly, with all of your conversations in one place. EASILY UPDATE YOUR CALENDAR Add, edit, or cancel a reservation in your calendar in just a few taps. Need to block dates? That’s easy, too. AND MORE Edit your listing, update your house rules and policies, and stay in control with the convenience of an app.

About

GuestWisely

Features
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Maximize your stay with our dedicated guest app, designed to make every aspect of your booking seamless and enjoyable: -Detailed instructions: Get detailed instructions for your arrival and access procedures right at your fingertips. We ensure a smooth transition to your accommodation, setting the stage for a wonderful stay. -Effortless Check-In: Share your guest information effortlessly. Simply input vital details like contact information and estimated arrival times through the app, streamlining the check-in process. -Seamless Stay Management: Review and accept house rules, sign rental agreements, and add additional guests, all within the app. Our goal is to offer you a hassle-free stay from start to finish. -Instant Communication: Stay connected with your property manager through instant messaging and real-time notifications, ensuring all your needs are promptly addressed. -Guide Access: Access a curated guide to what’s on offer in the surrounding area. From local attractions to extra services, everything you need to enhance your stay is just a tap away. -Share Your Review: We value your experience. Before you leave, take a moment to leave a review of your stay. Your insights help us continuously improve and make every guest’s stay even better. Download our app today and take the first step towards a smoother, more enjoyable travel experience.

Screenshots

Vrbo Owner4 screens
GuestWisely4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: GuestWisely at 11.0 against Vrbo Owner's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Vrbo Owner versus GuestWisely: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVrbo OwnerGuestWisely
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (152K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings152K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size401 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHomeAway.com, Inc.365villas Limited

Bugs and requests

Vrbo Owner

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Calendar sync issues
  • Booking request problems
  • Unreliable notifications
  • Frequent login issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved mobile app functionality
  • Better calendar management tools
  • More transparent pricing and fees
  • Enhanced owner-guest communication
  • Stronger fraud prevention measures

GuestWisely

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Vrbo Owner

No in-app purchases

None

GuestWisely

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vrbo Owner free?
Vrbo Owner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GuestWisely free?
GuestWisely is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Vrbo Owner or GuestWisely have ads?
Neither Vrbo Owner nor GuestWisely shows ads.

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