AI Receptionist vs Hiring a Receptionist
A great receptionist is priceless. Covering every hour of the week with one is not affordable for most small businesses.
A great receptionist is priceless. Covering every hour of the week with one is not affordable for most small businesses.
| Callodesk AI desk | Hiring a Receptionist | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours covered | 168 / week | ~40 / week |
| Sick days and turnover | None | Yes |
| Handles several calls at once | ||
| Greets walk-ins | ||
| Cost per month | From $297 | $3,500+ |
| Builds personal relationships | Limited |
Flat price, 300 minutes, 24/7, no per-call fees. Founding price $97/mo.
NYC full-time wage plus taxes, for ~40 of 168 weekly hours.
[STAT – VERIFY]When to choose them instead:if you need someone in the room for walk-ins and paperwork. Many clients use both: Callodesk covers overflow and after-hours.
Hear it answer a real call right now, then book 15 minutes with us. We’ll audit your missed calls for free.
Talk to it like a customer would. It will tell you it’s an AI assistant, and you can ask for a person at any time.