Know the revenue threshold before adding software
See how many direct nights must cover the monthly tool cost.
Use a typical month to compare estimated OTA fees, a conservative direct shift, and the complete software cost. The result gives you a break-even target you can test on one property.
Use one typical month
Monthly planning result
Gross booked revenue
$3,200
Estimated OTA fees today
$408
Fees avoided after the shift
$72
Net after software
$22
Direct nights needed to cover the monthly tool cost
2.1 nights
This planning view counts avoided OTA commission only. Keep payment fees, tax, discounts, support time, marketing cost, refunds, and the value of repeat stays as separate lines before making a purchase.
A practical first test
Put one property on a working direct path. Test dates, quote, payment, confirmation, guest message, and channel blocking. Uplisting starts around £40 per month or offers a percentage model; confirm the current option for your portfolio.