Comparison

Host Tools vs MyLaffApp

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

Head to head
About

Host Tools

Automate your short-term rental business with this comprehensive tool. Streamline messaging, manage cleaners, sync calendars across platforms, and automate reviews to enhance guest experience and efficiency.

Highlights
  • Automated messaging
  • Calendar syncing
  • Cleaner management
  • Automated reviews
  • Dynamic pricing
  • Unified inbox
Features
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Save countless hours automating your short-term rental across platforms. Automate messaging, reviews, availability syncing, cleaner management, smart locks, and more. Host Tools helps give your guests a 5-star experience which helps you receive more 5-star reviews. With Host Tool's intuitive and easy-to-use interface, you won't spend weeks trying to learn a new tool. Simply connect your account, set up a few automation rules using built-in templates, and sit back while Host Tools takes over much of the day-to-day management of your short-term rentals. Host Tools will: - Manage all of your listings and reservations across all channels from one single calendar. - Sync your calendars between Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, etc. in real-time so you never get a double booking. - Send automated customized messages via the channel's messaging system. Your guests will never know your messages are automated. - Automate cleaner communication by sending an e-mail or text to remind your cleaner of cleaning or anytime you get a new booking, if a reservation is canceled, or changed. - Create a unique URL your cleaners or maintenance people can view at any time to see all cleanings on one calendar. - Manage all conversations from a single inbox, receive notifications via the app or in your browser so you can stay on top of communication. - Accept Booking inquiries and requests automatically. - Automate guest reviews and remind guests to leave a review if they haven't right before the review period ends. - Automatically adjust your price, minimum night requirements, and availability based on rules you set up. - Allow you to set pricing rules to automatically raise or lower your prices set on the criteria that you decide. - Save you time by automating most of what you do as a short-term rental host, while also being the easiest to use PMS available. - Integrate seamlessly with all of the leading vacation rental tools such as August Locks, Pricelabs, TurnoverBnb, etc. *Not all of Host Tools' features are accessible through the app* For any feedback or questions feel free to contact me, Tom, the developer of Host Tools at support@hosttools.com

About

MyLaffApp

Features
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The ultimate source of joy and giggles right in your pocket! It's scientifically proven that laughter is the best medicine, and this app is your daily dose of happiness. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up, a stress reliever, or just want to share a good chuckle with friends, we've got you covered. Why you'll love it: Endless Humor: Dive into a vast collection of hand-picked jokes, hilarious one-liners, and witty riddles guaranteed to bring on serious laughs. Instant Mood Boost: Just a minute of laughter can lower stress and leave you feeling refreshed and energized. Share the Joy: Easily send your favorite jokes or laughter sounds to friends via text or social media to keep the fun going.

Screenshots

Host Tools4 screens
MyLaffApp4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: MyLaffApp at every 6 days against Host Tools's fortnightly. 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Host Tools ships an update fortnightly, MyLaffApp every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Host Tools versus MyLaffApp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHost ToolsMyLaffApp
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (206 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings206 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB117 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSee What Sticks AppsVegaNext LLC

In-app purchases

None

Host Tools

No in-app purchases

None

MyLaffApp

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Host Tools free?
Host Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyLaffApp free?
MyLaffApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Host Tools or MyLaffApp have ads?
Neither Host Tools nor MyLaffApp shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Host Tools or MyLaffApp?
Host Tools ships an update fortnightly, and MyLaffApp every 6 days. Most recently, Host Tools was updated on September 18, 2026 and MyLaffApp on September 12, 2026.

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