How much does an AI receptionist cost?
AI receptionists range from about $24.95 to $300+ per month, depending on the pricing model and call volume. Two models dominate. Per-call pricing charges a flat rate regardless of call length — Aira's Starter plan is $24.95/mo for 30 calls, Growth is $49.95/mo for 100 calls, and Business is $159.95/mo for 500 calls, with all features included on every plan. Per-minute pricing charges by call duration and is common at competitors like Ruby Receptionists and Smith.ai — a 3-minute call at $2/min is $6, and overage charges can push monthly bills well above the listed plan price. For predictable budgeting, per-call pricing wins. For low-volume usage under 10 calls a month, both models are comparable. See full comparison of AI receptionist services.
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