Airbnb vs VRBO: Which Is Better for Hosts in 2025

Summary

This video compares Airbnb and VRBO for short-term rental hosts, highlighting key differences in user-friendliness, features, and costs. Airbnb is praised for its intuitive interface, automated messaging, and special offer features, while VRBO's messaging system is noted as clunky and prone to disappearing messages. The video also discusses damage protection, with Airbnb's AirCover offering $1 million in coverage, while VRBO's option is not included in booking prices. Finally, the lack of a robust review system on VRBO, preventing hosts from warning others about problematic guests, is highlighted as a significant drawback.