GleamSync vs Turno — Vacation Rental Cleaning Without the Marketplace

Why hosts choose GleamSync over Turno

Turno (formerly TurnoverBnB) started as a marketplace connecting vacation rental hosts with local cleaners. Over time, they added calendar sync and scheduling tools, but the marketplace remains the core of the product.

GleamSync takes a different approach. If you already have a cleaner — or you know who you want to hire — you don't need a marketplace. You need a tool that syncs your bookings and keeps your cleaner informed.

Bring your own cleaner

Most vacation rental hosts already have a cleaner they trust. They found them through a referral, hired them locally, or have been working with them for years. These hosts don't need a marketplace — they need coordination.

GleamSync is built for this "bring your own cleaner" workflow:

• Add your cleaner to your team (they don't even need to sign up first)
• Their schedule updates automatically when bookings change
• They get SMS, email, or WhatsApp reminders at every stage
• Same-day turnovers get combined into a single clear notification

Calendar sync that just works

Both GleamSync and Turno sync with Airbnb and VRBO via iCal feeds. GleamSync checks your calendar every hour and picks up new bookings, date changes, and cancellations automatically. Your cleaner is notified immediately when something changes — no manual forwarding required.

"I just wanted my cleaner to know when to show up without me having to text them every time. That's exactly what GleamSync does." — Common host feedback

Built for hosts who already have a cleaner

Most vacation rental hosts don't need a marketplace — they need a tool that works with the cleaner they already trust. GleamSync is purpose-built for that relationship. No middleman, no marketplace fees, no extra complexity. Just calendar sync, automatic notifications, and a cleaner portal that works on any device.

Who Should Choose Turno

Turno is the better choice if:

• You don't have a cleaner and need to find one through a marketplace
• You want in-platform payment processing and don't mind the transaction fees
• You need photo checklists and problem reporting as core features
• You manage 20+ properties and need Turno's PMS integrations

Who Should Choose GleamSync

GleamSync is the better choice if:

• You already have a cleaner you trust and just need scheduling automation
• You want WhatsApp, SMS, and email notifications without your cleaner needing an app
• You prefer $8/month per property with no marketplace fees or transaction cuts
• You own 1–5 properties and don't need enterprise PMS integrations