Channels Connect
Channels Connect: A free web-based channel manager with broad distribution and practical PMS connections. Ranked #2 of 25 in Vacation Rental Channel Manager Software by our editors (9.2/10); pricing: Free plan; best for hosts wanting a free multi-channel solution.
At a glance
- Editor score9.2 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forHosts wanting a free multi-channel solution
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Distributes listings to Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, Expedia, Google and 90+ channels
- Synchronizes calendars, availability, reservations, rates and listing details
- Includes dynamic pricing rules and integrations with four PMS platforms
Where it doesn't
- Commission applies to completed paid bookings
- Direct booking and API access are not provided
- Available through the web rather than native desktop or mobile apps
Our verdict on Channels Connect
Channels Connect is a web-based vacation rental channel manager from EroRentals for property managers who need to distribute listings across multiple booking channels. Its Free plan covers Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, Expedia, Google and 90+ channels, while synchronizing calendars, availability, reservations, rates and listing details. Hosts can also import Airbnb listings directly and manage photos, descriptions and property details in one place.
The pricing model is straightforward: the published Free plan costs $0 per month, with no subscription, setup fee or listing fee. The service earns a commission on completed paid bookings instead. The included feature set is broad for a free offering, covering two-way synchronization, iCal import and export, dynamic pricing rules by season, demand and booking window, listing management and a channel performance view. There is no separate paid tier described, so buyers should evaluate the booking commission against their reservation volume and operating model.
Channels Connect also fits workflows that already rely on a property management system. Its listed PMS integrations include Guesty, Hostfully, OwnerRez and Hospitable, and reservation synchronization can send bookings back into the existing workflow. The product is less suitable for operators seeking direct-booking tools or API access, or for teams that require a native app experience. Choose it for free multi-channel distribution, centralized listing control and essential pricing automation; consider an alternative when direct reservations, deeper API connectivity or a broader platform ecosystem are central requirements.
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Channels Connect fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Channel limit | Not verified |
| Listing synchronization | Yes |
| Rate synchronization | Yes |
| Reservation synchronization | Yes |
| Direct booking site | Not verified |
| API access | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web |
| Compliance & security | GDPR |
| Support | Email, Phone |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 90+ integrations: Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, Expedia, Google, Guesty … See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | channelsconnect.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
Channels Connect integrations
Channels Connect lists 90+ integrations on its own site — the 9 named here are the ones its pages call out.
- Airbnb
- Vrbo
- Booking.com
- Expedia
- Guesty
- Hostfully
- OwnerRez
- Hospitable
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Alternatives to Channels Connect
- NextPaxLow-cost channel distribution with broad reach, PMS connectivity, and direct booking tools.9.4
- Beds24A mature all-in-one channel manager with broad operations, booking, and integration coverage.9.1
- AvantioA broad, low-cost channel manager for growing vacation-rental agencies.9.0
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