Comparison
CallMate vs Johnni
Both are AI receptionists aimed at Australian businesses, and both publish their prices. Here's how they line up on cost, usage, trial and what's included, so you can pick the one that fits.
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| Feature | CallMate | Johnni |
|---|---|---|
| Entry plan | Starter: $49 + GST a month, 30 calls | Pay As You Go: $49 a month billed monthly (or $44 a month paid annually), ex GST, about 30 calls or 60 minutes |
| Larger plans | Pro: $99 + GST, 150 calls. Business: $199 + GST, 500 calls | Solo $134, Starter $269 and Growth $809 a month, ex GST, paid annually |
| How usage is counted | Calls included per month | Minutes included per month, with a per-minute charge over the limit |
| Texts to you after calls | Included on every plan | SMS notifications listed as a $50 a month add-on |
| Free trial | 14 days, 50 calls, $0 today, card held | 7 days with 30 free setup minutes, card taken at signup but not charged |
| Setup fee | None | None listed. Job software integration is quoted separately |
| Contract | Month to month, no lock-in | Month to month, no lock-in |
Competitor details as listed on johnni.ai/pricing, checked November 2026. Prices and features can change, so check their site before you decide.
CallMate prices exclude GST. CallMate details are from this site.
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Which should you choose?
Johnni may suit you if
you want a job management software integration set up for you, or a per-minute plan that suits short calls.
CallMate may suit you if
you want texts after every call included in the price, plans counted in calls, and a 14-day trial before you pay.
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Straight answers
Common questions
Is CallMate cheaper than Johnni?
At the entry level they're close. Johnni lists Pay As You Go at $49 a month ex GST billed monthly for about 30 calls, and CallMate Starter is $49 + GST for 30 calls. The difference shows in what's included: Johnni lists SMS notifications as a $50 a month add-on, while CallMate texts you after every call on every plan.
How do the CallMate and Johnni free trials compare?
CallMate's trial runs for 14 days and includes 50 calls, with $0 charged today and your card held. Johnni's pricing page lists a 7-day trial with 30 free setup minutes, with the card taken at signup but not charged.
Which is better for a tradie, CallMate or Johnni?
Both answer calls for trade businesses. If you need your job management software connected, check Johnni's quoted integration. If you mainly want calls answered and the details texted to you for a flat monthly price, CallMate is built for exactly that.
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