A HiJiffy alternative with the PMS included
HiJiffy is a guest-communication and AI layer that works on top of your existing PMS. Hostlio Pro is the PMS and channel manager itself, with an AI guest assistant built in. They solve overlapping problems in different ways, so the right choice depends on what you already use.
Short answer: if you're happy with your PMS and want a messaging layer across website chat, social channels and WhatsApp, HiJiffy is built for that. If you're a small independent property that wants the PMS, channel manager and an AI assistant on WhatsApp in one subscription, Hostlio Pro covers all three, with WhatsApp on every plan.
| As of October 2026 | Hostlio Pro | HiJiffy |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | PMS + channel manager + AI guest assistant (Lio) | A guest-communication and AI layer that integrates with PMSs, booking engines and CRMs |
| Pricing | Flat monthly fee: Starter $49, Pro $89, Growth $149 (USD, early-bird); 20% off with annual billing | Per property, "starting at" by room count: Basic €99, Pro €159, Premium €319 a month with yearly billing (€105 / €170 / €350 monthly), plus a setup fee of €99 / €399 / €599 for each 5 properties; Enterprise by quote |
| All plans (Lio) | From the Premium plan; Pro covers website, Facebook, Instagram and Telegram | |
| OTA messaging | Booking.com, Airbnb and Expedia inboxes on Pro and Growth | Its site says it centralises OTA native messaging including Booking.com, Expedia and Airbnb |
| PMS and channel manager | All plans, certified connections to 100+ OTAs | Not a PMS or channel manager; PMS integration from Premium |
| Free trial | 7 days (card at signup, no charge until the trial ends) | Not mentioned; subscribe or book a demo |
Competitor information comes only from each company's own official pages and was checked on October 8, 2026; prices and plans can change. Hostlio Pro is a party to this comparison. Where we couldn't verify something, we left it out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us and we'll fix it.
Where Hostlio Pro fits
One subscription instead of two
Reservations, the room rack, the channel manager and Lio sit in one product, so Lio answers with live availability and your own rates.
WhatsApp on every plan
Lio answers on WhatsApp from Starter ($49 a month), in the guest's language; it hands decisions to you.
Booking requests you approve
On Pro and Growth, Lio collects dates, guests and room preference on WhatsApp and quotes from your rates; the request becomes a reservation once you approve it.
Online check-in
Pro and Growth include online check-in with ID/passport MRZ reading and a digital signature.
When HiJiffy is a better fit
You want to keep your current PMS
HiJiffy is designed to sit on top of existing hotel systems. Hostlio Pro replaces the PMS and channel manager.
You need website chat and social channels
HiJiffy covers website chat, Facebook, Instagram and Telegram. Hostlio Pro's Lio works on WhatsApp and OTA inboxes.
You run a large hotel or a group
HiJiffy offers Enterprise plans with custom integrations and Power BI; Hostlio Pro's largest plan covers 2 properties and 150 rooms.
How switching to Hostlio Pro works
- Start the 7-day trial and add your room types and rates.
- Import your reservations from a CSV or Excel export of your current PMS.
- Connect your OTAs and your WhatsApp number.
- Fill in Lio's hotel information and test it with "Try Lio".
Sources
- HiJiffy: Plans and pricing (Checked on October 8, 2026)
- HiJiffy: Home (Checked on October 8, 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
How much does HiJiffy cost?
HiJiffy's pricing page lists per-property "starting at" prices that depend on room count: Basic €99, Pro €159 and Premium €319 a month with yearly billing, or €105, €170 and €350 billed monthly, plus a setup fee. Enterprise is by quote.
Which HiJiffy plan includes WhatsApp?
According to HiJiffy's pricing page, WhatsApp is part of the Premium plan; the Pro plan's channels are website, Facebook, Instagram and Telegram.
Is Hostlio Pro only a chatbot?
No. Hostlio Pro is a PMS and channel manager with an AI assistant built in, so it also handles reservations, availability on 100+ OTAs and online check-in.
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