The complete guide : How to get more Google reviews: the complete guide
Free tool: Work out how many reviews I need
Quick answer: Partoo, Guest Suite, Malou and Birdeye are built first for chains and brands, with quote-based pricing. For an independent business (1 to 10 locations) that mainly wants more Google reviews, fast replies and an up-to-date listing, a listed-price option like Voxtya (€49 a month for review collection and replies) is often simpler.
Partoo is a French reference for managing Google listings and reviews, widely used by retail chains. An independent business often finds more features than it will use, and a price that goes through a quote. We compared the most frequently mentioned alternatives, including Guest Suite, using the information each vendor published as of 17 October 2026.
Partoo and its alternatives: comparison table
| Tool | Public price | Commitment | Trial | Key features | Built for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Partoo | Not listed (quote); our comparison: about €99/month | Not stated | Demo | Listings, reviews, Review Booster, messages; missed-call and AI chatbot options | Chains and SMEs |
| Guest Suite | Not listed; our comparison: about €200 to €500/month on quote | Not stated | 14 days free | Collection (link, email, QR), AI replies, satisfaction surveys, sentiment analysis | Networks and brands |
| Malou | Our comparison: from about €350/month | Our comparison: 12 months | Demo | Reviews, Google posts, social media | Restaurants and groups |
| Localranker | Our comparison: from about €79/month | Not stated | Not stated | Local rank tracking | Local SEO tracking |
| Birdeye | Not listed (quote) | Not stated | Demo | Reviews, messaging, surveys | Multi-location groups, mostly in the US |
| Voxtya | €29/month per service; Review collection + replies €49/month | No commitment | 30 days free (card required) | QR code, wheel of fortune, post-visit email, AI replies, tracking of 3 to 5 competitors | Independent businesses, 1 to 10 locations |
Updated 17 October 2026. Public prices checked on 17 October 2026 on each vendor’s official website (they can change: check before you sign). “Our comparison”: figure taken from our Voxtya vs that tool page, updated 14 October 2026. “Not listed”: the vendor does not publish a price and works through a demo or a quote.
Why a small business looks for a Partoo alternative
Online presence tools were built for chains managing dozens or hundreds of outlets: syncing hours to many directories, regional dashboards, per-user permissions. A restaurant, salon or shop has simpler needs:
- getting more Google reviews, regularly;
- replying to every review without spending evenings on it;
- keeping the Google listing right (hours, photos, booking link);
- knowing how it compares with competitors nearby.
For these needs, a listed price and a trial you can start on your own often matter more than feature depth.
The Partoo alternatives, one by one
Guest Suite: review collection and analysis
Guest Suite collects reviews by link, email and QR code, offers AI-drafted replies, satisfaction surveys and an analysis of the topics customers mention. Its website advertises a 14-day free trial; prices are not listed. Best for: a network that wants to measure satisfaction on top of public reviews. Details: Voxtya vs Guest Suite.
Malou: reviews and social for restaurants
Malou mainly targets restaurants and groups: reviews, Google posts, social media. According to our comparison, the entry plan is around €350 a month with a 12-month commitment. Best for: a restaurant group that wants a full-service approach. Details: Voxtya vs Malou.
Localranker: local SEO tracking
Localranker focuses on tracking local rankings. According to our comparison, the Starter plan is around €79 a month. Best for: an agency or business that mainly wants to measure its Google Maps positions.
Birdeye: the US multi-location platform
Birdeye covers reviews, messaging and surveys, with quote-based pricing by number of locations. Best for: a network with many locations, mostly in North America. Details: Voxtya vs Birdeye.
Voxtya: Google reviews at a listed price
Voxtya offers review collection (QR code, wheel of fortune, post-visit email, campaigns to known customers) and AI review replies in your tone, approved by you or sent for you. The Visibility & advice service tracks 3 to 5 competitors every month. The Google profile optimiser is free. Best for: an independent business or a small network (up to about ten locations, +€39 per location).
Which tool for which business?
- Chain with dozens of outlets: Partoo, Guest Suite or Birdeye, built to sync and manage at scale.
- Restaurant group wanting hands-on support: Malou.
- You mainly want to track rankings: Localranker.
- Independent business wanting more reviews and fast replies: Voxtya, with a listed price and a 30-day trial.
Voxtya, in plain terms
Voxtya does not sync your details to dozens of directories the way chain tools do: it focuses on Google, where most customers look for a local business. Pricing: €29 per service per month, €49 for Review collection + replies, €119 for the Suite (website, bookings, reviews, social media, visibility). 30-day trial, no commitment. Detailed comparison: Voxtya vs Partoo.
Switching tools without losing anything
- Check your contract end date and the notice period.
- Your reviews stay on Google: they do not depend on the tool, nothing is lost.
- Replace the printed QR codes and review links with the new tool’s.
- Export your reports if you want to keep the history.
- Keep replying to reviews from day one so there is no gap.
