Chekin Review: Automated Check‑In & Guest Registration (2026)
1 min readReviewed by STR Specialist
Overview
Chekin is a digital check‑in platform for vacation rentals and hotels that automates guest registration, ID verification, police reporting, tourist tax collection, damage deposits, rental agreements and upsells. It integrates with 35+ PMS/Channel Managers (Rental United, Lodgify, Smoobu, Hostify) for seamless booking sync.
- Basic plan €3.95/property/month, Premium €5.95, Enterprise custom; transaction fees for deposits (1.5%+€0.30) and Waivo damage protection ($2.50–$5). Ideal for multi‑channel operators needing compliance and automation across Europe.
Professional rating
4.4/5
Rated 4.4 out of 5
Rubric score
87/100
87/100
4.4/5
Verdict: Chekin is a top-tier choice for property managers and teams. Highly recommended.
At a glance
What it does
- Automates full check‑in: online registration, ID verification, digital signatures, tourist tax collection, police reporting (20+ countries), deposits and agreements.
- 35+ PMS/Channel Manager integrations (Rental United, Lodgify, Smoobu, Hostify, SiteMinder, Salto, Apaleo, Cloudbeds) auto‑sync bookings/properties.
- Upsell & monetization: online payments, Waivo damage protection ($2.50–$5 per booking), tourist taxes, deposits (1.5%+€0.30 fee).
Best for
- Property managers and teams
- Hosts who want a clean UI
- Automation-first workflows
Not ideal for
- Minimum 20‑unit subscription for some plans; smaller hosts pay full per‑property rate.
- Transaction fees add up for deposits (1.5%+€0.30) and Waivo protection ($2.50–$5).
Pros & Cons
Highlights and considerations for Chekin.
Pros
- Automates full check‑in: online registration, ID verification, digital signatures, tourist tax collection, police reporting (20+ countries), deposits and agreements.
- 35+ PMS/Channel Manager integrations (Rental United, Lodgify, Smoobu, Hostify, SiteMinder, Salto, Apaleo, Cloudbeds) auto‑sync bookings/properties.
- Upsell & monetization: online payments, Waivo damage protection ($2.50–$5 per booking), tourist taxes, deposits (1.5%+€0.30 fee).
- White‑label guest app for self check‑in, compliance (GDPR/Police), and seamless data flow to authorities.
- Trusted by 150k+ properties; immediate onboarding with 14‑day free trial.
Cons
- Minimum 20‑unit subscription for some plans; smaller hosts pay full per‑property rate.
- Transaction fees add up for deposits (1.5%+€0.30) and Waivo protection ($2.50–$5).
- Europe‑focused (police reporting 20+ countries); less coverage outside EU.
- Not a full PMS; requires existing channel manager/PMS integration.
- Custom Enterprise pricing lacks transparency.
Scores
87/100
We test against our rubric (setup, automation, integrations, usability, support, etc.). Scores use a 100-point scale.
Strong in channel sync and integrations; weaker in data export.
Setup
8/10
Channel sync
9/10
Automation
9/10
Integrations
9/10
Ease of use
8/10
Team & scale
9/10
Support
8/10
Data export
5/5
Value for money
8/10
Reliability
9/10
Hands-on Review Notes
Pricing
Best value: Premium (Recommended) — €5.95/property/month (min 20 units).
| Plan | Monthly | Base includes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | €3.95/property/month (min 20 units). | Online check‑in & guest registration. |
| Premium (Recommended) | €5.95/property/month (min 20 units). | Basic + 1 premium feature (self check‑in, ID verification, police reporting, etc.). |
| Enterprise | From €7.95/property/month (min 20 units). | All features + custom integrations/support. |
| Transaction Fees | Usage‑based. | Deposits 1.5%+€0.30; Waivo damage protection $2.50–$5/booking. |
Integrations
Common integrations supported by Chekin.
Integrations
Channels
- Any OTA via PMS/channel manager sync.
Smart locks & devices
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Accounting
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Other integrations
- PMS/Channel Managers: Rental United, Lodgify, Smoobu, Hostify, SiteMinder, Salto, Apaleo, Cloudbeds (35+ total).
- Access Control: Salto.
Trial Guide: What to Test
During your trial or demo, focus on data export and confirm daily workflows.
What to test in the trial
- Complete the initial setup and note how long it takes to go live
- Test the core workflow end-to-end with a real or simulated booking
- Verify any integrations you depend on connect and sync correctly
- Evaluate the mobile experience — most hosts manage on the go
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