LodgeStatus vs Cloudbeds · Updated 2026-09-01
5 best Cloudbeds alternatives with zero commission (2026)
Paying Cloudbeds commissions on your own direct bookings? These 5 alternatives — led by LodgeStatus with zero commission — keep more revenue with you.
Our verdict
LodgeStatus is the best Cloudbeds alternative for commission-free direct bookings plus built-in POS, from $5/month.
Pick LodgeStatus if…
Hotels where direct bookings should be free.
Stay with Cloudbeds if…
Hostels fully embedded in Cloudbeds marketplace flows.
Side by side.
| Dimension | LodgeStatus | Cloudbeds |
|---|---|---|
| #1 LodgeStatus | Zero commission, from $5/mo | Best for direct revenue |
| #2 Mews | Premium, low commission options | Best automations |
| #3 RoomRaccoon | Mid-range | Simple rooms PMS |
| #4 Hoteliga | Varies | Channel-first option |
| #5 Staying on Cloudbeds | Commission applies | Only if marketplace-dependent |
Where LodgeStatus wins
- check_circleZero commission math is unbeatable
- check_circlePOS included
- check_circleOffline mode
Where Cloudbeds wins
- arrow_rightNetwork effects of marketplace
Switching: Calculate last quarter commissions paid — that number usually funds two years of LodgeStatus.
FAQ
Switching questions.
Can I switch from Cloudbeds to LodgeStatus without losing my data?
Does LodgeStatus charge commissions on direct bookings?
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