Bienvue vs. AruvoTV
AruvoTV and Bienvue both put the guide on the television. The difference is what you pay as you add screens.
| Feature | Bienvue | AruvoTV |
|---|---|---|
| Base price (1 home) | $9/mo ($89/yr) | $6/mo (1 TV) or $8/mo (3 TVs) |
| Screens included | Up to 5 screens | 1 TV ($6) or 3 TVs ($8) |
| Multi-home (3 properties) | $19/mo | $24/mo |
| Free web guide tier | Yes, free forever | No (trial only) |
| Hardware required | Any Roku / Smart TV ($25) | Smart TV / Fire TV |
Where Bienvue is different
AruvoTV's entry price is lower for a single TV, but it's priced per screen from there. A typical vacation rental with a living room set and two bedroom TVs costs more on AruvoTV's 3-TV tier than on Bienvue's flat Host Plan, which includes up to five screens at one price. Bienvue also has a free tier to build and share a guide before you commit to paying for anything.
Where AruvoTV makes sense
If a single property genuinely only needs one screen and you're certain it'll stay that way, AruvoTV's one-TV starting price is cheaper month to month. Most hosts add a second or third screen once guests start using the guide, which is where the per-screen pricing catches up.
Frequently asked questions
Is AruvoTV cheaper than Bienvue?
For a single TV, AruvoTV's $6/mo starting price is lower. Once you add a second or third screen, which most vacation homes have, Bienvue's flat $7.40/mo for up to five screens usually comes out ahead.
Can I try Bienvue before paying, like a trial?
You don't need a trial. The Digital Guide tier is free forever for one property, so you can build your full guide and share the mobile link before deciding whether to add TV screens.
Does Bienvue support the same TVs as AruvoTV?
Yes, Bienvue runs on Smart TVs and Fire TV the same way, plus an off-the-shelf Roku stick where a set doesn't have a smart platform built in.
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