Need last-minute coverage? We've got you. Want unlimited AI receptionist coverage? Even better. Pick the plan that fits your needs.
Not ready to commit? Start with a one-time plan — then upgrade when you're convinced.
One-time coverage with 2 days advance notice
Perfect for testing before committing
↑ Then upgrade to $199/mo unlimited
That's $6.63/day. Less than one missed HVAC call.
Cancel anytime. No setup fees. No contracts.
Emergency coverage starting today
When you need coverage right now
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How we compare
| Full-time Receptionist | Ruby Receptionists | Smith.ai | Robot Half | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $2,900-3,750+ | $235-1,640 | $292.50-1,200 | $199 flat |
| Setup time | Weeks (hiring) | Days | Days | 5 minutes |
| Overage charges | Salary + benefits | $5.90/call over | $9.75/call over | None, unlimited |
| 24/7 availability | Business hours only | Business hours only | Extra cost | Always on |
| Knows your business | Requires training | Scripted | Scripted | AI-trained on your info |
| Call routing | Manual | Yes | Yes | Intelligent routing |
| Emergency dispatch | After-hours: no | No | Limited | Yes, 24/7 |
| Billing surprises | Benefits, PTO, turnover | Overage fees | Overage fees | Never |
The math
Save up to $4,551/month compared to a full-time front desk hire
Questions
It answers inbound calls with a custom greeting trained on your business, handles common caller questions (hours, services, pricing, availability), routes calls to the right staff member, takes detailed messages, and logs every interaction to a real-time dashboard. Think of it as a receptionist that never takes a sick day and knows your business inside out.
After subscribing, you'll fill in your business details: name, hours, services, staff directory, and common FAQs. Our AI generates custom greeting scripts and FAQ responses. The whole thing takes under 5 minutes. You can edit everything anytime from your dashboard.
Zero. Your $199/month covers unlimited calls, routing, and message-taking. No per-call fees, no per-minute charges, no "surprise" invoices at the end of the month. If you get 10 calls or 10,000 calls, the price stays the same.
Yes. No contracts, no cancellation fees, no guilt trips. Cancel from your account whenever you want. Your service continues until the end of your billing period.
Any business that answers phones. We're purpose-built for HVAC companies (emergency dispatch, after-hours calls), roofing contractors (lead capture, estimate scheduling), and law firms (professional client intake, call screening). If your business loses money when no one picks up, we're the fix.
Those services charge per call or per minute, which means your bill grows with your call volume. Ruby's base plan is $235/month for just 50 receptionist minutes. Smith.ai starts at $292.50 for 30 calls. We charge a flat $199 for unlimited everything. Plus, Ruby has had billing scandals and Smith.ai prices out most small offices.
$199/month. Unlimited calls. Same-day setup. Your receptionist is ready when you are.
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