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Mangobeds vs. SiteMinder
A fair, side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right property management platform for your business.
At a glance
SiteMinder is the world's largest open hotel commerce platform, connecting over 47,000 hotels in 150+ countries to 450+ booking channels. It's a powerful channel manager and distribution hub, with an optional booking engine and website builder on its Plus plan. SiteMinder integrates with 350+ PMS systems but does not include its own PMS.
Mangobeds is an all-in-one property management platform built by operators who run hotels, hostels, and colivings themselves. It includes PMS, channel manager, booking engine, AI agents, and invoicing in a single transparent plan, with no per-booking fees.
The key difference: SiteMinder is a distribution-first platform that connects to your existing PMS, while Mangobeds is an all-in-one platform that replaces the need for a separate PMS entirely.
Feature Comparison
How the features stack up
Pricing
All-in-one pricing vs. add-on costs
SiteMinder's base plan covers channel management, but key features like the booking engine require an upgrade to Plus. Mangobeds includes everything in one plan.
Get a full PMS + channel manager for less than SiteMinder alone
SiteMinder doesn't include a PMS — you'll need to pay for one separately. Mangobeds includes everything.
SiteMinder prices based on publicly available information and may vary by region.
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Why operators choose Mangobeds over SiteMinder
All-in-one vs. distribution-only
SiteMinder is a powerful distribution platform, but it doesn't include a PMS, invoicing, or housekeeping. You need to pay for a separate PMS and connect it. Mangobeds gives you everything in one plan: PMS, channel manager, booking engine, AI agents, and invoicing.
No hidden transactional fees
SiteMinder charges transactional fees on certain channel connections and metasearch bookings. Mangobeds has zero commission on all bookings, direct or via OTAs. What you see is what you pay.
AI agents included, not missing
Mangobeds includes AI agents that handle guest enquiries 24/7, automate communications, and provide smart insights. SiteMinder has no built-in AI agent capability — you'd need to bolt on a third-party tool.
Built for all property types
SiteMinder is built primarily for traditional hotels. Mangobeds is designed for hotels, hostels, colivings, B&Bs, and vacation rentals alike, with features tailored to each property type, including coliving-specific tools and smart gap filling.
Simpler, more transparent pricing
SiteMinder's pricing varies by plan tier, with key features like the booking engine locked behind the Plus plan and add-ons for GDS, metasearch, and guest engagement. Mangobeds has one plan with everything included.
Free migration, zero setup fees
Switch to Mangobeds with zero friction. We migrate your data for free, connect your channels, and get you live in hours, not weeks. No setup fees, no consultants, no long-term contracts. Ready to migrate?
Who should choose what?
Choose Mangobeds if...
- You want PMS, channel manager, and booking engine in one plan
- You run a hostel, coliving, B&B, or vacation rental
- You need AI agents included out of the box
- You prefer one transparent price with no add-on costs
- You don't want to manage separate PMS and channel manager tools
- You want free migration with zero setup fees
Choose SiteMinder if...
- You already have a PMS you're happy with and just need distribution
- You need 450+ channel connections and GDS access
- You want metasearch advertising built into your channel manager
- You run a large hotel chain with enterprise-level needs
Testimonials
Hear from operators who switched from SiteMinder to Mangobeds
Read what property managers and hospitality operators have to say after making the move to Mangobeds.
After sales customer service is superb. Mangobeds gets our operations. The app is always upgrading to be better and more optimized whenever we give feedback. The system is easier to use than the previous one AND it’s as affordable. My operational team were so happy when we made the switch. Whenever we encounter an issue, 99% of the problems are resolved within 24hours. I cannot be happier to make the switch.
Mangobeds is an amazing tool and with the service of the team it keeps improving fast!! We’ve been using Mangobeds to manage multiple properties, and the experience has been nothing short of excellent! The platform is intuitive, reliable, and packed with features that streamline bookings and guest communications. The automation tools and calendar integration have significantly improved our efficiency, allowing us to focus on creating exceptional experiences for our guests. Highly recommended!
When we decided to implement a booking system for our property, we explored all the available options. Mangobeds stood out by far, offering the best features tailored to our needs. After a few months of using it, I couldn’t be happier. The team has been incredibly responsive,always available to answer questions and provide solutions for every unique situation we’ve faced. So far, it’s been a 10/10 experience.
They have created an excellent tool. From onboarding to day-to-day management, my experience with Mangobeds has been exceptional. They handled the migration from my previous booking system seamlessly, without me having to do anything at all. Their features are very well thought out and genuinely useful. Since moving to Mangobeds, I've been saving a significant amount of time in my daily operations. What really stands out is their responsiveness. Whenever I come up with a new need, I reach out to them and they often implement it within the same day. You can clearly tell that there is a team of dedicated, highly professional people behind Mangobeds.
After sales customer service is superb. Mangobeds gets our operations. The app is always upgrading to be better and more optimized whenever we give feedback. The system is easier to use than the previous one AND it’s as affordable. My operational team were so happy when we made the switch. Whenever we encounter an issue, 99% of the problems are resolved within 24hours. I cannot be happier to make the switch.
Mangobeds is an amazing tool and with the service of the team it keeps improving fast!! We’ve been using Mangobeds to manage multiple properties, and the experience has been nothing short of excellent! The platform is intuitive, reliable, and packed with features that streamline bookings and guest communications. The automation tools and calendar integration have significantly improved our efficiency, allowing us to focus on creating exceptional experiences for our guests. Highly recommended!
When we decided to implement a booking system for our property, we explored all the available options. Mangobeds stood out by far, offering the best features tailored to our needs. After a few months of using it, I couldn’t be happier. The team has been incredibly responsive,always available to answer questions and provide solutions for every unique situation we’ve faced. So far, it’s been a 10/10 experience.
They have created an excellent tool. From onboarding to day-to-day management, my experience with Mangobeds has been exceptional. They handled the migration from my previous booking system seamlessly, without me having to do anything at all. Their features are very well thought out and genuinely useful. Since moving to Mangobeds, I've been saving a significant amount of time in my daily operations. What really stands out is their responsiveness. Whenever I come up with a new need, I reach out to them and they often implement it within the same day. You can clearly tell that there is a team of dedicated, highly professional people behind Mangobeds.
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- Full PMS + channel manager for less than SiteMinder alone
- Everything included, no add-on costs
- AI agents and guest portal included
- Free onboarding & data migration
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