Looking for HostAI Alternatives? Here Are Your Options.
HostAI (now Conduit) works for enterprise teams with setup time to spare. But if you need faster deployment, multi-agent architecture, or automated upsells — these platforms deliver more out of the box. We compared the top 5.
1. Dimora AI
AI operations layer for vacation rentals
HostAI requires a 2-week enterprise onboarding. Dimora deploys in 48 hours. Voice AI picks up every call from day one. Six specialist inbox agents draft replies in under 10 seconds — no workflow configuration needed. The Revenue Engine starts sending upsell offers automatically. And the AI Learning loop means it gets better from your first PM edit, not after months of manual tuning.
Key Strengths
- Voice AI receptionist — 1,800+ calls handled, first-ring pickup
- 6-agent inbox with dedicated tools — 6,300+ drafts generated
- Revenue Engine: 470+ early/late and gap night offers sent automatically
- AI Learning: improves from every PM edit, no manual retraining
- Payment audit with daily automated follow-up
- Live in 48 hours
Key Limitations
- STR-focused — not designed for traditional hotels
- No guest-facing app or digital key
- PMS support limited to Guesty, Hospitable, Hostaway (expanding)
- Newer platform with smaller customer base
Property managers with 10-300+ vacation rentals who want full operational automation — voice, inbox, upsells, payments, and AI learning — in one platform.
$3,000-$6,000/year for most portfolios. 14-day free trial, no credit card required.
2. Enso Connect
Guest experience platform with AI messaging
Enso Connect covers the full guest journey — from pre-arrival messaging to post-stay follow-up. Their AI messaging uses confidence scoring to decide when to auto-send and when to hand off to a human. Add digital guidebooks with property-specific content, smart lock integrations for keyless entry, and guest verification. Strong integrations with Guesty and Hostaway.
Key Strengths
- Comprehensive guest journey automation: pre-arrival through post-stay
- AI messaging with confidence-based human handoff
- Digital guidebooks with property-specific content
- Smart lock integrations for keyless entry
- Guest verification and screening built in
- Strong Guesty and Hostaway integration
Key Limitations
- No voice AI receptionist — calls still go to your team
- No multi-agent inbox architecture
- No self-improving AI learning loop
- No automated upsell engine for early/late checkout or gap nights
- Higher setup complexity than pure messaging tools
STR operators who want structured guest journey automation with AI messaging, guidebooks, and keyless entry — all in one platform.
Per-listing monthly pricing with tiered feature access.
3. Besty AI
AI messaging with automated upselling focus
Besty AI pairs AI-generated message drafts with a revenue angle. Their platform handles common guest questions while actively pushing upsells — spa bookings, local activities, early check-in add-ons. Setup is straightforward, pricing is accessible for smaller portfolios, and the focus on guest services revenue sets it apart from pure messaging tools.
Key Strengths
- Specializes in automated upselling: spa, activities, early check-in
- AI draft messaging for common guest questions
- Simple setup process — no weeks of onboarding
- Affordable for smaller portfolios
- Revenue generation through guest services, not just automation
Key Limitations
- No voice AI — text messaging only
- Automates roughly 30-40% of guest messaging (vs 70%+ for full AI platforms)
- No multi-agent architecture — single chatbot approach
- Limited PMS integrations compared to larger platforms
- No payment audit or balance tracking
Smaller STR operators who want basic AI messaging with a focus on upselling guest services like spa, activities, and early check-in.
Per-listing monthly pricing. Lower price point than enterprise tools.
4. Aeve AI
Multi-agent AI guest communication platform
Aeve AI takes a multi-agent approach to guest messaging — multiple specialist AI agents work together to handle different types of guest requests. Coverage runs 70-80% of incoming messages. Policy enforcement is built into responses, and setup pulls from your existing property data automatically.
Key Strengths
- Multiple specialist AI agents working together
- High automation coverage — 70-80% of messages handled
- Policy enforcement built into AI responses
- Automated setup from existing property data
- Natural, conversational communication quality
Key Limitations
- No voice AI — text messaging only
- Newer platform with limited track record
- No automated upsell engine for checkout/check-in times
- No payment audit capabilities
- Fewer PMS integrations than established players
Mid-size STR operators looking for high-automation AI messaging with multi-agent architecture and policy-aware responses.
Custom pricing based on portfolio size.
5. Stay with HostAI (Conduit) if...
Enterprise AI messaging with voice capabilities
HostAI (now rebranding to Conduit) is a solid choice for enterprise STR operators who need deeply customizable AI workflows. Their platform accesses PMS data for contextual messaging, offers voice capabilities for phone interactions, and provides a two-week onboarding with dedicated support. If you have 50+ properties and the runway for a longer setup, HostAI delivers enterprise-grade control.
Key Strengths
- AI-powered messaging with PMS data access for contextual replies
- Voice capabilities for phone interactions
- Enterprise-grade customization and workflows
- Integrates with major STR platforms: Airbnb, VRBO, and more
- Two-week onboarding with dedicated support team
Key Limitations
- Enterprise-focused — requires minimum 2 weeks setup
- No multi-agent sub-specialist architecture
- No automated early/late checkout or gap night offers
- No self-improving AI learning from PM edits
- Higher price point targeting larger operations
Enterprise STR operators with 50+ properties who need customizable AI workflows and are willing to invest in a longer onboarding process.
Custom enterprise pricing. Typically higher than self-serve platforms.
Feature Comparison Table
All five platforms side by side on the features that matter.
| Feature | Dimora AI | Enso Connect | Besty AI | Aeve AI | HostAI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voice AI | |||||
| Multi-Agent Inbox | |||||
| AI Messaging | |||||
| Revenue Engine / Upsells | |||||
| AI Learning Loop | |||||
| Payment Audit | |||||
| Guest App | |||||
| Digital Guidebooks | |||||
| Smart Lock Integration | |||||
| STR PMS Support | |||||
| Policy Enforcement | |||||
| Enterprise Customization |
Dimora AI
Enso Connect
Besty AI
Aeve AI
HostAI
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