Comparison

HostPilot vs HourPlus

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

Head to head
About

HostPilot

Features
Read full description

Bookings, check-ins, and short-term rentals — all under control, all in one app. HostPilot is the channel manager for hosts and property managers. Sync your vacation rental calendars via iCal automatically: no double bookings, no stress. Italian tax compliance built in: flat tax (cedolare secca) and tourist tax calculated automatically. Key Features Channel Manager • Unified calendar with real-time iCal sync • Prevent double bookings across all channels • Accept direct bookings via online form Advanced Financial Management • Automatic Italian tax calculation (21% flat tax, tourist tax) • Track OTA commissions, expenses, and extra costs • ROI reports, margins, and monthly/annual growth • Per-channel analysis and deductible expense tracking Smart Automations • Automatic check-in and check-out notifications • Cleaning and maintenance reminders • Background iCal calendar updates Guest Management • Full booking and guest history • Guest data collection via online form • Compliant guest registration Analytics & Business Intelligence • Real-time KPI dashboard • Occupancy rates, seasonal trends, and forecasts • Year-over-year comparison and most profitable channel analysis Multi-Property • Separate calendars and rates per property • Customizable check-in/out times • Complete portfolio management Perfect for: • New hosts who want to manage rentals without spreadsheets • Property managers with multiple units • B&B and vacation rental managers • Agencies and short-term rental investors Manage your short-term rentals simply and professionally — on mobile, web, or desktop. Terms of Use (EULA): https://hostpilot.eliazavatta.it/terms Privacy Policy: https://hostpilot.eliazavatta.it/privacy

About

HourPlus

Features
Read full description

Hour Calc is the simple and intuitive calculator for adding and subtracting hours and minutes. Perfect for: • Tracking work hours • Calculating project time • Adding up time entries • Any time-based calculations Simply enter times in H:MM format and use + or - to calculate. The result is displayed instantly. Example: 1:22 + 1:01 = 2:23 Features: • Clean, easy-to-use interface • Add and subtract times • Support for negative results • Works offline • No ads

Screenshots

HostPilot4 screens
HourPlus2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: HostPilot at 3 against HourPlus's 1. HostPilot also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. HostPilot sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and HourPlus sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
HostPilot versus HourPlus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHostPilotHourPlus
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperELIA ZAVATTAJurgen Hollfelder

In-app purchases

2 purchases

HostPilot

Subscriptions2
  • Hostpilot Premium Mensile14 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Hostpilot Premium Annuale$59.991 Year
4 purchases

HourPlus

One-time4
  • Small Tip$1.00
  • Medium Tip$2.00
  • Large Tip$5.00
Show 1 more
  • Generous Tip$10.00

Questions

Is HostPilot free?
HostPilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HourPlus free?
HourPlus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HostPilot or HourPlus have ads?
Neither HostPilot nor HourPlus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HostPilot or HourPlus?
HostPilot ships an update every 3 weeks, and HourPlus every 3 weeks. Most recently, HostPilot was updated on October 25, 2026 and HourPlus on October 28, 2026.

Other comparisons