hejGuide vs Lodgify — Which is right for you?
Lodgify is a well-known PMS with a strong website builder. hejGuide focuses on the guest experience with guidebooks, check-in, and upselling — without charging booking fees.
No booking fees, better guest experience.
Quick comparison
Pricing comparison
What you actually pay per month
hejGuide prices: Starter plan. All prices excl. VAT.
Where hejGuide wins
No booking fees — ever
hejGuide charges a flat monthly fee with zero booking commissions. Lodgify charges 0-1.9% per booking on certain plans. On a property earning €2,000/month, that's up to €38/month in hidden fees.
Much more affordable
hejGuide Starter is €9/mo. Lodgify starts at ~$40/mo. Plus, hejGuide has a free plan — Lodgify doesn't.
Digital guidebooks
Mobile-first welcome guides, local area guides with interactive maps, and 9 language support. Lodgify doesn't include guidebook features.
Guest portal & online check-in
A branded guest portal with magic link login and paperless check-in. Not available in Lodgify.
Products & upselling
Offer extras like late checkout, breakfast, and bike rentals. Guests order from their phone. Not available in Lodgify.
Review management
Monitor and reply to Airbnb and Booking.com reviews from your dashboard. Not available in Lodgify.
Where Lodgify might be better
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Website builder
Lodgify's strongest feature is its direct booking website builder with templates, payment processing, and SEO tools. hejGuide doesn't include a website builder.
Direct API channels
Lodgify connects to 4 major platforms via direct API. Well-established channel connections with extensive documentation.
Larger team & established brand
Lodgify has a larger team and a well-known brand in the vacation rental industry, with extensive support resources.
The verdict
If building a direct booking website is your primary need, Lodgify is a strong choice. But if you want the best guest experience with guidebooks, check-in, upselling, and a guest portal — without paying booking fees — hejGuide offers significantly more value at a lower price. For most independent hosts, the money saved on fees alone makes hejGuide the smarter investment.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lodgify charge booking fees?
Yes. Depending on the plan, Lodgify charges 0-1.9% per booking. hejGuide never charges booking fees or commissions on any plan.
Can I build a website with hejGuide?
hejGuide doesn't include a website builder. Instead, it focuses on the guest experience with a branded guest portal, guidebook, and check-in. For a direct booking website, you could use a separate tool alongside hejGuide.
Can I switch from Lodgify to hejGuide?
Yes. Import your bookings from CSV/Excel, connect your channels, and create your guidebooks. Most hosts are up and running within a day.
Is hejGuide really cheaper than Lodgify?
Yes — significantly. hejGuide Starter is €9/mo with no booking fees. Lodgify starts at ~$40/mo and may charge 0-1.9% per booking. For a host with 3 listings and €5,000/month in bookings, the savings can be substantial.
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