Comparison

Vrbo Owner vs TUX Client

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

TUX Client

Features
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Tuxedo Private Transfers – Luxury, Green & Reliable Tuxedo Private Transfers Services is not just a ride, it’s an experience of luxury, comfort, and eco-conscious travel. Proudly woman-owned, Tuxedo sets a new standard in private transportation with an all-electric fleet designed for style, sophistication, and sustainability. Whether you need seamless airport transfers, point-to-point rides, corporate chauffeur services, or exclusive San Francisco 7×7 commuter transfers, Tuxedo ensures every journey is on time, professional, and extraordinary. Key Features: Airport Transfers: Timely, stress-free rides to and from Bay Area international airports. Point-to-Point Services: Quick and reliable transfers for meetings, events, or personal trips. Hourly for Hire: Enjoy flexibility with a private driver and luxury EV at your disposal. San Francisco 7×7 Transfers: Navigate the city with ease, covering downtown, financial district & more. Eco-Friendly Fleet: Travel in comfort with our premium all-electric vehicles. With real-time ride tracking, secure payments, and professional chauffeurs, Tuxedo redefines private travel for those who value both luxury and sustainability. Download the TUX App today and elevate your travel experience. Tuxedo – Striving to Drive Green

Screenshots

Vrbo Owner4 screens
TUX Client4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Vrbo Owner at none against TUX Client's shown. Vrbo Owner also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). TUX Client's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.0). On price, 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vrbo Owner ships an update weekly, TUX Client every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Vrbo Owner versus TUX Client: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVrbo OwnerTUX Client
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (152K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews23.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings152K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size330 MB48 MB
Age rating+417+
DeveloperHomeAway.com, Inc.Tuxedo LLC

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

TUX Client

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Vrbo Owner

No in-app purchases

None

TUX Client

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vrbo Owner free?
Vrbo Owner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TUX Client free?
TUX Client is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Vrbo Owner or TUX Client have ads?
TUX Client shows ads; Vrbo Owner does not.
Which is updated more often, Vrbo Owner or TUX Client?
Vrbo Owner ships an update weekly, and TUX Client every 3 weeks. Most recently, Vrbo Owner was updated on October 31, 2026 and TUX Client on October 25, 2026.

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