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- Calls a month
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- CallMate plan that fits
- Pro, $99 + GST a month
- Receptionist, wages plus 12% super
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- Answering service, from your quote
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Receptionist estimate is weekly hours times wage times 52 weeks, divided by 12, plus the 12% super guarantee. It leaves out leave and other on-costs. Answering service estimate is your monthly fee plus calls times your per-call cost.
Published prices
Published AI receptionist pricing
| Provider | Published pricing | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CallMate | From $49 + GST a month for 30 calls. No setup fee. 14-day trial, 50 calls. | This site |
| Johnni | Pay As You Go from $49 a month billed monthly, ex GST, about 30 calls. SMS notifications $50 a month extra. 7-day trial. | johnni.ai/pricing |
| LANA Software | AI Receptionist $300 a month plus a $1,000 training fee. GST not stated. | marketplace.simprogroup.com |
| Sophiie | No prices published. Book a demo for a quote. | sophiie.ai/pricing |
Competitor pricing as listed on each source, checked November 2026. Prices change, so confirm with the provider.
Four ways to cover the phone
Your options at a glance
AI receptionist
Answers 24/7 in your business name, takes details or books, texts you. Flat monthly plans.
Answering service
Human operators take messages for many businesses. Often charged per call or minute.
Virtual receptionist
A remote person answers your calls during set hours. Charged by time or call bundles.
In-house receptionist
A staff member on wages and super. Covers the front desk and admin in their hours.
Straight answers
Common questions
What should I compare when choosing an AI receptionist?
Look past the headline price. Check how usage is counted (calls or minutes), what happens over the limit, whether texts to you cost extra, how long the free trial runs and whether there's a setup or training fee. Then listen to a sample call.
How many calls a month does a small business need covered?
Count the calls you miss or can't take in a typical week, including after hours, and multiply by about four. That's roughly how many calls a month you'd send to an AI receptionist. Allow a bit extra for your busy season.
How do I work out what missed calls cost my business?
Take the number of missed calls in a week, estimate how many would have turned into jobs, and multiply by your average job value. Even a rough number shows whether answering those calls is worth a monthly fee.
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