Deliverback Review: Automated Lost Item Return for STR Hosts (2026)

1 min readReviewed by STR Specialist

Overview

Deliverback automates the lost item return process for short-term rentals. When a guest leaves something behind, Deliverback handles everything: notifying the guest, collecting shipping details, generating a label, and tracking the return.

  • The service is free for hosts — guests pay shipping. It solves a tedious operational headache and improves guest satisfaction.
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Deliverback
Operations
Professional rating
3.5/5
Rated 3.5 out of 5
Rubric score
70/100
70/100
3.5/5
Verdict: Deliverback is a solid option with some trade-offs. Worth evaluating for your specific needs.

At a glance

What it does
  • Completely free for hosts — guests pay shipping
  • Automates entire lost item return process
  • 60 seconds of host time per incident vs. hours manually
Best for
  • Hosts who want a clean UI
Not ideal for
  • Only solves one specific problem (lost items)
  • PMS integration depth varies

Pros & Cons

Highlights and considerations for Deliverback.

Pros
  • Completely free for hosts — guests pay shipping
  • Automates entire lost item return process
  • 60 seconds of host time per incident vs. hours manually
  • Turns a negative post-stay experience into a positive one
  • Integrates with major PMS platforms
Cons
  • Only solves one specific problem (lost items)
  • PMS integration depth varies
  • Requires host to physically package and ship the item

Scores

70/100
We test against our rubric (setup, automation, integrations, usability, support, etc.). Scores use a 100-point scale.

Strong in value for money and ease of use; weaker in channel sync.

Setup
9/10
Channel sync
5/10
Automation
8/10
Integrations
5/10
Ease of use
9/10
Team & scale
7/10
Support
8/10
Data export
5/5
Value for money
10/10
Reliability
8/10

Hands-on Review Notes

Pricing

Best value: Host — Free
Pricing at a glance
PlanMonthlyBase includes
HostFreeUnlimited lost item returns, automated guest notifications, shipping labels

Integrations

Common integrations supported by Deliverback.

Integrations

Channels

Smart locks & devices

Accounting

Other integrations

  • SMS notifications
  • Email notifications
  • Shipping label generation

Trial Guide: What to Test

During your trial or demo, focus on channel sync and confirm daily workflows.

What to test in the trial
  1. Complete the initial setup and note how long it takes to go live
  2. Test the core workflow end-to-end with a real or simulated booking
  3. Verify any integrations you depend on connect and sync correctly
  4. Evaluate the mobile experience — most hosts manage on the go

Alternatives

If you need stronger channel sync, consider these alternatives to Deliverback.

Mp
Manual process (email, phone)
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Lc
Local courier services
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FAQ

Answers to common questions about setup, pricing, and deployment.

Community experiences

Real-world notes from hosts who have used Deliverback.

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