BitLegacy vs Frontdesko
BitLegacy vs Frontdesko — free PMS vs published paid stack
Frontdesko markets a free-forever PMS with paid Channel Manager + AI tiers (frontdesko.app/pricing). BitLegacy publishes paid Starter from ₹299/month with website, Custom Domain, and Website SEO included on paid lodging plans — Channel Manager is a clear ₹1,000/month add-on on Starter/Growth. Free on paper is not always free of trade-offs. BitLegacy Hotels is hotel management software (hotel PMS) by BitLegacy Solutions LLP (India) for independent hotels and hospitality businesses.
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| Dimension | BitLegacy | Frontdesko (public listing) |
|---|---|---|
| Core PMS price | Starter from ₹299/mo (2 rooms) | Free forever PMS, no room limit (as listed on frontdesko.app/pricing, 17 Sep 2026) |
| Paid tier (CM / extras) | CM ₹1,000/mo on Starter/Growth; included on Pro & Pro+ | Basil ~₹3,500/mo for 11–30 rooms with CM + AI (India FAQ on pricing page, 17 Sep 2026) |
| Trial | 60-day free trial on eligible plans | Free forever PMS tier — confirm paid-tier trials with Frontdesko |
| Setup fee | None on published plans | Lists free setup & migration on pricing FAQ |
| Guest website / booking engine | Included in plan price; Domain + Website SEO on paid lodging | Direct booking engine listed on Free plan — confirm India GST/SEO depth |
| Channel Manager | Optional ₹1,000/mo on Starter/Growth; in Pro/Pro+ | Paid Basil/Saffron tiers include CM (not the free PMS-only tier) |
| India / GST focus | Built for Indian independents (GST folio) | Global product with INR pricing mode — confirm GST folio depth |
| Best for | Owners who want published INR ladder + longer trial + Domain/SEO included | Owners happy with free PMS who only pay when they need CM+AI |
BitLegacy = bitlegacy.in (17 Sep 2026). Frontdesko free PMS + Basil ~₹3,500/mo (11–30 rooms, CM+AI) from frontdesko.app/pricing India FAQ (17 Sep 2026). Re-verify.
Practical takeaways for small properties
- Frontdesko can be ₹0 for PMS-only — that is a real differentiator if you do not need OTA sync yet.
- When you need CM on Frontdesko, public India FAQ cites ~₹3,500/mo (11–30 rooms) — compare that to BitLegacy Starter+CM ≈ ₹1,299 at 2 rooms or Pro with CM included.
- BitLegacy never claims “#1 cheapest”; we publish what ₹299 includes and what CM costs.
- Pick free PMS if it covers your GST/website needs; pick BitLegacy when Domain/SEO + 60-day trial + published ladder matter more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Frontdesko cheaper than BitLegacy?
For PMS-only, Frontdesko’s free forever tier can be ₹0. BitLegacy Starter starts at ₹299/month but includes a published website + Domain + SEO path on paid lodging plans. With Channel Manager, compare Frontdesko Basil (~₹3,500/mo for 11–30 rooms on their India FAQ) vs BitLegacy’s CM packaging.
What does BitLegacy ₹299 include?
Starter PMS for 2 rooms: front desk, GST-ready folio, guest website/booking tools, Custom Domain, and Website SEO on paid Hotel/Homestay/Resort plans. Channel Manager is not included.
Is Channel Manager included on BitLegacy Starter?
No. ₹1,000/month on Starter/Growth; included on Pro and Pro+.
How long is the BitLegacy free trial?
60 days (2 months) on eligible plans. No setup fee on published plans.
Who should choose Frontdesko instead?
Properties that want free PMS forever and are fine paying separately for CM/AI — after confirming GST, India support, and OTA list in writing.
Choose the path that fits your property
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