Cloud IPTV vs Traditional Hotel TV Systems
A fair comparison uses the same number of rooms, TV models, channels and service requirements for both options.
TV Brand Compatibility
Direct TV deployment on compatible LG, Philips, Vestel and Samsung hospitality models; model and firmware checked before rollout
LG webOS
Direct app on compatible models; model and firmware verified before rollout
Samsung Tizen
Direct app on compatible models; model and firmware verified before rollout
Philips MediaSuite
Direct app on compatible models; model and firmware verified before rollout
Vestel Smart TV
Direct app on compatible models; model and firmware verified before rollout
Android TV
Direct app on compatible models; model and firmware verified before rollout
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | COTT.TV Cloud | Local deployment, quoted to the property |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial model | From €10 per active room per month; standard cloud account setup €0. | Perpetual software licence for an agreed room count; project-specific quote. |
| TV hardware | Direct app on compatible LG, Philips, Vestel, Samsung and Android TVs. A COTT box is available where needed. | TVs, reception equipment and any room devices are specified in the project design. |
| Deployment | Cloud account and central administration; TV configuration depends on models, firmware and hotel mode. | Local infrastructure and installation are scoped for the property. |
| Channel selection | The hotel chooses channels available for its territory. Premium channels are quoted separately. | Reception and distribution rights are defined for the property and its channel selection. |
| Management | Central dashboard for room, content and channel settings across properties. | Management and support arrangements are defined in the project proposal. |
| Connectivity | Internet connectivity is needed for cloud services and streamed live TV. | Local reception can be included where required and technically feasible. |
Commercial model
COTT.TV Cloud
From €10 per active room per month; standard cloud account setup €0.
Local deployment, quoted to the property
Perpetual software licence for an agreed room count; project-specific quote.
TV hardware
COTT.TV Cloud
Direct app on compatible LG, Philips, Vestel, Samsung and Android TVs. A COTT box is available where needed.
Local deployment, quoted to the property
TVs, reception equipment and any room devices are specified in the project design.
Deployment
COTT.TV Cloud
Cloud account and central administration; TV configuration depends on models, firmware and hotel mode.
Local deployment, quoted to the property
Local infrastructure and installation are scoped for the property.
Channel selection
COTT.TV Cloud
The hotel chooses channels available for its territory. Premium channels are quoted separately.
Local deployment, quoted to the property
Reception and distribution rights are defined for the property and its channel selection.
Management
COTT.TV Cloud
Central dashboard for room, content and channel settings across properties.
Local deployment, quoted to the property
Management and support arrangements are defined in the project proposal.
Connectivity
COTT.TV Cloud
Internet connectivity is needed for cloud services and streamed live TV.
Local deployment, quoted to the property
Local reception can be included where required and technically feasible.
Compare the full project scope
A fair comparison uses the same number of rooms, TV models, channels and service requirements for both options.
Cloud subscription
The published room rate covers the platform subscription. Standard cloud account setup is €0.
Property-specific items
Set-top boxes, on-site work, premium channels, PMS/GRMS connectors and custom integrations are priced separately when required.
For an on-site system, the room-count-scoped software licence, equipment, installation and support are set out in a property-specific quote.
How to Migrate to Cloud IPTV
A rollout plan based on your TVs, network and content requirements. Timing depends on the TV fleet, network, channel requirements and whether set-top boxes or on-site work are needed. After checking the property, we provide a rollout plan and schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my hotel's existing Smart TVs with COTT.TV Cloud?
- Not always. Compatible LG, Philips, Vestel and Samsung hospitality TVs can run COTT.TV directly after model and firmware validation. A COTT set-top box is an option for other or mixed TV fleets and is purchased separately.
What happens to the TV system if the internet goes down?
- Cloud streaming and interactive services need an internet connection. If local reception is important, we can scope an on-site design and confirm which functions remain available without the external connection.
How long does migration from cable/satellite take?
- Timing depends on the TV fleet, network, channel requirements and whether set-top boxes or on-site work are needed. After checking the property, we provide a rollout plan and schedule.
Is cloud IPTV more expensive than traditional systems?
- COTT Cloud gives you a published monthly platform rate and no standard cloud account setup fee. The total project price depends on your TVs, channels and integrations; we can compare both options for your property.
Can I manage multiple properties from one dashboard?
- Yes. The COTT cloud administration interface can manage rooms, content and settings across multiple properties from one place.
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