Comparison

Host Core vs VTS Workplace

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

Head to head
About

Host Core

This business platform streamlines property management and tenant experience. It allows for online submission and approval of work requests, with optional features for access control, concierge services, and visitor management.

Highlights
  • Online work request submission
  • Work request approval
  • Access control integration
  • Concierge services
  • Visitor management
  • Food and beverage services
Features
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Host Core – CBRE’s exclusive digital management and tenant experience platform powered by VTS. This agile app makes life easier for Property Management teams and Tenant Admins, with Host Core features that facilitate work requests to be made and approved online. Enhanced functionality can be enabled on the platform (Host Building) to include Access Control, Concierge Services, Visitor Management and Food and Beverage to connect occupiers to their spaces and provide insight to strengthen asset management, engagement and satisfaction.

About

VTS Workplace

Features
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Your all-in-one workplace companion for a smarter, more connected workplace experience. Make the most of your workplace from tap-and-go access to reservable amenities, putting your entire workplace in the palm of your hand. KEY FEATURES SMART ACCESS Open doors, elevators, and secured areas with a simple tap of your phone. Enjoy seamless street-to-suite access throughout your workplace. SPACE MANAGEMENT Reserve meeting rooms, desks, and amenity spaces instantly with real-time availability and booking confirmations. VISITOR MANAGEMENT Create digital passes and manage guest access effortlessly, with instant notifications when visitors arrive. WORKPLACE COMMUNICATIONS Stay informed with workplace announcements, maintenance updates, and emergency alerts all in one place. SERVICE REQUESTS Submit and track IT, maintenance, and workplace requests with real-time status updates. LIFESTYLE & COMMUNITY Connect with your workplace community through events, retail offers, food ordering, and exclusive perks. *Note: Not all features may be applicable at your location.

Screenshots

Host Core4 screens
VTS Workplace4 screens

Verdict

The call

Host Core and VTS Workplace are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 Core ships an update fortnightly, VTS Workplace every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Host Core versus VTS Workplace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHost CoreVTS Workplace
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.5
Further details — not scored
Size320 MB319 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCBRE, Inc.VTS LANE INC.

In-app purchases

None

Host Core

No in-app purchases

None

VTS Workplace

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Host Core free?
Host Core is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VTS Workplace free?
VTS Workplace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Host Core or VTS Workplace have ads?
Neither Host Core nor VTS Workplace shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Host Core or VTS Workplace?
Host Core ships an update fortnightly, and VTS Workplace every 3 weeks. Most recently, Host Core was updated on September 25, 2026 and VTS Workplace on September 10, 2026.

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