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Head-to-head · Campground Management

Newbook vs RVSites (Staylist)

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score Newbook #1 in Campground Management 8.9/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Newbook
RVSites (Staylist) #4 in Campground Management 8.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Staylist

Newbook leads on 0 checks, RVSites (Staylist) on 1, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreNewbook · 8.9/10
  • Free planonly RVSites (Staylist)
  • Most featuresRVSites (Staylist) · 3 of 4

Newbook scores higher on our rubric for campground management: 8.9 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.

RVSites (Staylist) offers free plan; Newbook doesn't.

Newbook is the better fit for parks wanting broad, automated operations. RVSites (Staylist) is the better fit for small parks seeking a free, feature-rich start.

  • Newbook fits best

    Parks wanting broad, automated operations

  • RVSites (Staylist) fits best

    Small parks seeking a free, feature-rich start

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Side by side

Feature Newbook 8.9/10 Visit ↗ RVSites (Staylist) 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.3
Ranking #1 in Campground Management #4 in Campground Management
Best for Parks wanting broad, automated operations Small parks seeking a free, feature-rich start
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $3.50/unit usage-based —
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Compliance GDPR PCI DSS
Integrations 100+ integrations 1 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market
Features Newbook 0/4 · RVSites (Staylist) 3/4
Online reservations Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Guest messaging Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Channel management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Payment processing Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Site inventory Not checked yet Mixed
Mobile access Not checked yet Web
Our review
Pros
  • Combines reservations, online booking and OTA channel management.
  • Automates two-way SMS and recurring billing for permanent guests.
  • Supports multi-property access and consolidated reporting.
  • Lite includes unlimited properties and reservations with no monthly fees
  • Real-time reservation calendar, guest communication, and payment management
  • Housekeeping, invoicing, and maintenance tools support daily operations
Cons
  • Essentials charges per booking, so costs vary with booking volume.
  • Essentials is suited to single-site operators; Signature uses customized packages.
  • Web and cloud are the listed platform and deployment options.
  • Pro pricing requires talking to the vendor
  • Marketplace bookings incur a 7% commission
  • Channel management is not listed among the features
Our verdict

Newbook brings reservations, property management, online booking and guest operations into a cloud system for campgrounds, RV parks and holiday parks. Its Essentials package is aimed at single-site operators, while Signature offers…

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RVSites, currently branded as Staylist on its website, combines a campground discovery and booking site with reservation tools for park operators. Guests can search listings and book stays, while operators can build property listings with…

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  1. NewbookCampground Management 8.9Paid
  2. RVSites (Staylist)Campground Management 8.3Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Newbook — where it wins

    • Combines reservations, online booking and OTA channel management.
    • Automates two-way SMS and recurring billing for permanent guests.
    • Supports multi-property access and consolidated reporting.

    Where it doesn't

    • Essentials charges per booking, so costs vary with booking volume.
    • Essentials is suited to single-site operators; Signature uses customized packages.
    • Web and cloud are the listed platform and deployment options.

  • RVSites (Staylist) — where it wins

    • Lite includes unlimited properties and reservations with no monthly fees
    • Real-time reservation calendar, guest communication, and payment management
    • Housekeeping, invoicing, and maintenance tools support daily operations

    Where it doesn't

    • Pro pricing requires talking to the vendor
    • Marketplace bookings incur a 7% commission
    • Channel management is not listed among the features
  • Newbook8.9/10 · Paid

    Broad campground operations, with Essentials priced per booking rather than monthly.

    Visit NewbookFull verdict →
  • RVSites (Staylist)8.3/10 · Free plan

    A free starting point for campground listings, reservations, payments, and guest operations.

    Visit StaylistFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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