Pricing guide
How much does an AI receptionist cost?
An AI receptionist costs a flat monthly subscription — typically a fraction of what a human receptionist earns. There are no salaries, no benefits, no setup fees, and no phone hardware to buy. You pay one predictable price and it answers unlimited calls around the clock.
The exact figure depends on the plan and how many call minutes you need, but the comparison that matters is simple: it's a small fraction of a $2,500–$3,500/month receptionist salary, and far cheaper than the customers you lose to voicemail.
What drives the price
AI receptionist pricing usually comes down to two things: the plan tier and your included call minutes. A solo business needs fewer minutes than a busy multi-location practice, so plans scale with usage. Most providers include a monthly minute allowance and let you add more if you need it.
Unlike a human hire, the price doesn't change with overtime, holidays, or turnover — it's the same predictable number every month.
AI receptionist cost vs. a human receptionist
A full-time receptionist costs $2,500–$3,500 a month in salary alone, before benefits and payroll taxes — and still only works set hours and one call at a time. An AI receptionist is a small flat fee, works 24/7, and answers unlimited simultaneous calls. For most businesses it's not a close comparison on cost.
The hidden cost of doing nothing is bigger still: every missed call is a customer who booked with a competitor instead.
What's included
A good AI receptionist plan includes a dedicated phone number, a monthly allowance of call minutes, 24/7 answering, Google Calendar booking, caller capture, and summary emails after every call. There should be no setup fee and no contract — you can cancel anytime.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a setup fee?
With InstaEmployee, no. There are no setup fees and no hardware to buy — you paste your website, get a number, and forward your line.
Are there contracts?
No long-term contracts. Plans are month-to-month and you can cancel anytime from your dashboard.
What happens if I go over my minutes?
Plans include a monthly minute allowance, and you can add more minutes as you need them rather than paying for capacity you don't use.
Is an AI receptionist cheaper than hiring?
Significantly. It costs a small fraction of a receptionist's salary, with no benefits or payroll overhead, and it works 24/7 instead of set hours.