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We track 33 AI phone-answering tools: real prices, included minutes, overage fees and fine print. See the top pick for your situation in seconds.
What's new in AI receptionists
Jobholler launches a 24/7 AI receptionist for contractors
Built for HVAC, plumbing, electrical and roofing shops. Plans: Starter $85/mo, Core $149/mo, Pro $399/mo. Free 3-day trial.
Read source → · See in comparisonPerceny introduces Percy, an AI receptionist for salons
Included on the Elite plan; Business plans add Two-Way Messaging for $50/month. AI usage is paid from messaging credits (1 credit = $1).
Read source → · See in comparisonVirtualPBX offers a free personalized AI receptionist preview
The AI Employee is $99/month. New customers also get Smarter Voice phone service for up to 5 people.
Read source → · See in comparison800.com launches a 7-day free trial of its AI Agents
250 trial minutes. A card is required and gets charged on day 8. AI Starter costs $49/mo (annual) or $59 (monthly), and AI Grow costs $124 or $149.
Read source → · See in comparisonSaaSyVoice launches an English/Spanish AI phone receptionist
Plans from $29/month. 14-day free trial with no card required.
Read source → · See in comparisonBest AI receptionist by category
Top overall: Highest overall score across all tools with a published price.
Upfirst
30 calls included · 14-day free trial
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam and <15s calls not billed; extra agents $9.95/mo
Smith.ai AI Receptionist
25 calls (Free); 75 calls (Pro) included · Free plan · for Law firms / lead qualification
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam counts toward quota except auto-filtered known spammers (10% removal allowance); 30 days' notice to cancel; per-call billing
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
SaaSyVoice
60 min (Basic); 300 min (Solo $79) included · 14-day free trial, no card, 15 live min · for U.S. small businesses; solo operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Extra phone numbers $5/mo; trial ends at 14 days or 15 minutes; no BAAs (don't use for PHI)
Callin.io
215 min included · 7-day free trial · for Agencies / DIY
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Unused minutes roll over 30 days
Trillet AI Receptionist
150 min included · 28-day money-back guarantee (no trial) · for Solo owner-operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Inbound only, no CRM integration, cannot be resold
Small business: Tools aimed at small or local service businesses (trades, salons, law, restaurants). +2 for that fit. Developer and enterprise platforms are excluded.
Smith.ai AI Receptionist
25 calls (Free); 75 calls (Pro) included · Free plan · for Law firms / lead qualification
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam counts toward quota except auto-filtered known spammers (10% removal allowance); 30 days' notice to cancel; per-call billing
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
SaaSyVoice
60 min (Basic); 300 min (Solo $79) included · 14-day free trial, no card, 15 live min · for U.S. small businesses; solo operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Extra phone numbers $5/mo; trial ends at 14 days or 15 minutes; no BAAs (don't use for PHI)
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
Upfirst
30 calls included · 14-day free trial
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam and <15s calls not billed; extra agents $9.95/mo
Marlie AI
250 min included · 2-week money-back guarantee · for Restaurants, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Basic has no call transfer, 1 action/call
Solopreneur: Starts at $100/mo or less. +2 if the vendor says it's for solo operators or solopreneurs.
SaaSyVoice
60 min (Basic); 300 min (Solo $79) included · 14-day free trial, no card, 15 live min · for U.S. small businesses; solo operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Extra phone numbers $5/mo; trial ends at 14 days or 15 minutes; no BAAs (don't use for PHI)
Trillet AI Receptionist
150 min included · 28-day money-back guarantee (no trial) · for Solo owner-operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Inbound only, no CRM integration, cannot be resold
AI-Receptionist.com
75 min (Essential) included · 7-day free trial, no card, 30 live min · for Solopreneurs
⚠ True-cost gotchas: When minutes run out receptionist STOPS answering new calls unless booster minutes; US/Canada only
Upfirst
30 calls included · 14-day free trial
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam and <15s calls not billed; extra agents $9.95/mo
Goodcall
100 unique customers (~150 calls) included · Free demo agent (pay when number connected) · for Solo operators / busy shops
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Bills per unique caller, not minutes; spam/wrong numbers excluded; 30-day call history on Starter
Smith.ai AI Receptionist
25 calls (Free); 75 calls (Pro) included · Free plan · for Law firms / lead qualification
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam counts toward quota except auto-filtered known spammers (10% removal allowance); 30 days' notice to cancel; per-call billing
Budget: Starts at $50/mo or less, ranked by score, then cheapest first.
Upfirst
30 calls included · 14-day free trial
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam and <15s calls not billed; extra agents $9.95/mo
Smith.ai AI Receptionist
25 calls (Free); 75 calls (Pro) included · Free plan · for Law firms / lead qualification
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam counts toward quota except auto-filtered known spammers (10% removal allowance); 30 days' notice to cancel; per-call billing
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
SaaSyVoice
60 min (Basic); 300 min (Solo $79) included · 14-day free trial, no card, 15 live min · for U.S. small businesses; solo operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Extra phone numbers $5/mo; trial ends at 14 days or 15 minutes; no BAAs (don't use for PHI)
Callin.io
215 min included · 7-day free trial · for Agencies / DIY
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Unused minutes roll over 30 days
Trillet AI Receptionist
150 min included · 28-day money-back guarantee (no trial) · for Solo owner-operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Inbound only, no CRM integration, cannot be resold
High call volume: Includes 150+ minutes/calls or unlimited calls. +2 for unlimited, +1 for 200 or more.
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
SaaSyVoice
60 min (Basic); 300 min (Solo $79) included · 14-day free trial, no card, 15 live min · for U.S. small businesses; solo operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Extra phone numbers $5/mo; trial ends at 14 days or 15 minutes; no BAAs (don't use for PHI)
Callin.io
215 min included · 7-day free trial · for Agencies / DIY
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Unused minutes roll over 30 days
Phonely
100 min Free; 250 min Starter included · Free plan
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Post-transfer minutes may be billed
Trillet AI Receptionist
150 min included · 28-day money-back guarantee (no trial) · for Solo owner-operators
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Inbound only, no CRM integration, cannot be resold
Marlie AI
250 min included · 2-week money-back guarantee · for Restaurants, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Basic has no call transfer, 1 action/call
Plumbers: Plumbers miss calls while on a job, and many calls are urgent leaks or no-water emergencies. Look for live transfer to whoever is on call, booking into your schedule, and a flat or predictable price for busy weeks. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
Jobholler
1 AI receptionist line; call handling included (no per-minute charges per launch release) included · 7-day free trial, no card · for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing contractors
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Quick-book self-scheduling only on Pro ($399); voicemail transcripts & review requests from Core ($149); launch release said 3-day trial, pricing page says 7-day
Compare the top 3 → · See full Plumbers page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
HVAC Companies: HVAC call volume spikes in heat waves and cold snaps. Look for emergency transfer, booking, field-service software integrations, and overage pricing that won't punish a busy month. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
Compare the top 3 → · See full HVAC Companies page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Contractors & Electricians: Contractors need lead capture on missed calls and quick callbacks. Integrations with job-management software save retyping. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
Jobholler
1 AI receptionist line; call handling included (no per-minute charges per launch release) included · 7-day free trial, no card · for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing contractors
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Quick-book self-scheduling only on Pro ($399); voicemail transcripts & review requests from Core ($149); launch release said 3-day trial, pricing page says 7-day
Compare the top 3 → · See full Contractors & Electricians page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Salons & Spas: Salons mostly need appointment booking into a calendar and texted confirmations, at a price that fits a small shop. See full page →
Upfirst
30 calls included · 14-day free trial
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam and <15s calls not billed; extra agents $9.95/mo
Marlie AI
250 min included · 2-week money-back guarantee · for Restaurants, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Basic has no call transfer, 1 action/call
Perceny (Percy)
for Salons, barbershops
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Percy requires Business plan + $50/mo Two-Way Messaging add-on (included on Elite $399.99/location); not on Entry ($99.99); AI usage is usage-based
Compare the top 3 → · See full Salons & Spas page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Clinics & Dental Offices: Clinics need appointment booking and careful handling of patient information. None of the pricing pages we track publish HIPAA terms, so ask any vendor for a BAA before signing. See full page →
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Clinics & Dental Offices page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Law Firms: Law firms need intake and lead qualification, confidentiality, and practice-management integrations such as Clio or MyCase. See full page →
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
Smith.ai AI Receptionist
25 calls (Free); 75 calls (Pro) included · Free plan · for Law firms / lead qualification
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam counts toward quota except auto-filtered known spammers (10% removal allowance); 30 days' notice to cancel; per-call billing
Upfirst
30 calls included · 14-day free trial
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam and <15s calls not billed; extra agents $9.95/mo
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
Abby Connect
50 Abby Minutes (AI = 0.5 min each, ~100 AI min) included · Free trial · for Law, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Hybrid human/AI
Compare the top 3 → · See full Law Firms page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Restaurants: Restaurants get repetitive calls about hours, menus and orders. Point-of-sale integrations help. See full page →
Marlie AI
250 min included · 2-week money-back guarantee · for Restaurants, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Basic has no call transfer, 1 action/call
Upfirst
30 calls included · 14-day free trial
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Spam and <15s calls not billed; extra agents $9.95/mo
Aircall AI Voice Agents
50 min/mo free + 100 at signup included · Free access
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Phone plans need min 3 licenses
Compare the top 3 → · See full Restaurants page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Accounting & Bookkeeping: Accounting firms get heavy call volume at tax time. Look for message taking, scheduling, and a price that flexes for seasonal peaks. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names accounting & bookkeeping (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Accounting & Bookkeeping page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Architects: Architecture firms need calls answered while staff are on site or in design reviews, with lead details captured accurately. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names architects (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Car Dealers & Repair Shops: Auto shops get calls for quotes, status checks and bookings. Look for booking and texting the caller back. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names car dealers & repair shops (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Car Dealers & Repair Shops page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Carpenters: Carpenters are often mid-job when the phone rings. Look for lead capture and job-software integrations. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Carpenters page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Chiropractors: Chiropractic offices mostly need appointment booking and careful handling of patient information. See full page →
Thin data: only 1 tool(s) in our data list chiropractors or chiropractors software as a fit. Many general tools may still work. See all tools.
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Cleaning Services: Cleaning businesses need quotes and bookings captured quickly, ideally straight into field-service software. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Cleaning Services page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Construction & Building Design: Construction and design firms need missed-call lead capture and quick callbacks. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Sameday AI
500 min included · Demo only · for Home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Demo-gated; reseller program mentioned
Compare the top 3 → · See full Construction & Building Design page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Courier & Logistics: Courier businesses get pickup requests and delivery status calls. Look for 24/7 answering and fast transfer. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names courier & logistics (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Courier & Logistics page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Dance Teachers: Dance studios need class info and booking handled while instructors teach. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names dance teachers (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Dance Teachers page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Day Care: Day cares get enrollment and tour requests. Look for booking tours and capturing parent details. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names day care (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Education & Enrichment: Enrichment programs get enrollment and schedule questions. Look for FAQ answering and booking. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names education & enrichment (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Education & Enrichment page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Electricians: Electricians miss calls on the job, and some are urgent. Look for emergency transfer and job-software integrations. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
Jobholler
1 AI receptionist line; call handling included (no per-minute charges per launch release) included · 7-day free trial, no card · for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing contractors
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Quick-book self-scheduling only on Pro ($399); voicemail transcripts & review requests from Core ($149); launch release said 3-day trial, pricing page says 7-day
Compare the top 3 → · See full Electricians page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Finance & Accounting: Finance firms need confidential, accurate message taking and appointment booking. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names finance & accounting (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Finance & Accounting page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Financial Lenders: Lenders need fast lead capture; a missed call is often a lost applicant. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names financial lenders (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Financial Lenders page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Flooring: Flooring businesses need estimate requests captured and booked. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Flooring page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Florists: Florists get order and delivery calls, with spikes around holidays. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names florists (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Furniture Repair: Furniture repair shops need quote requests and pickup scheduling captured. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names furniture repair (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Furniture Repair page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Hiring & Staffing: Staffing agencies take calls from both candidates and clients. Look for routing and CRM integrations. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names hiring & staffing (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Hiring & Staffing page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Home & Commercial Painters: Painters need estimate requests captured and booked while crews are working. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Home & Commercial Painters page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Home Inspectors: Home inspectors need bookings captured quickly, often on tight real-estate deadlines. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names home inspectors (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Home Inspectors page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Home & Office Contractors: Contractors need lead capture on missed calls and job-software integrations. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
Jobholler
1 AI receptionist line; call handling included (no per-minute charges per launch release) included · 7-day free trial, no card · for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing contractors
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Quick-book self-scheduling only on Pro ($399); voicemail transcripts & review requests from Core ($149); launch release said 3-day trial, pricing page says 7-day
Compare the top 3 → · See full Home & Office Contractors page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Home Services: Home service businesses need emergency transfer, booking, and field-service software integrations. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Home Services page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Independent Insurance Agents: Insurance agents need quote requests and claims calls routed correctly. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names independent insurance agents (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Independent Insurance Agents page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Interior Designers: Interior designers need consultation requests captured and booked. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names interior designers (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Interior Designers page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
IT & Managed Services: IT providers need support calls triaged and urgent issues transferred. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names it & managed services (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full IT & Managed Services page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Landscaping & Garden: Landscapers are outdoors all day. Look for quote capture and job-software integrations. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Landscaping & Garden page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Lifestyle, Events & Activities: Event and activity businesses get booking and availability calls. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names lifestyle, events & activities (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Lifestyle, Events & Activities page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Locksmiths: Locksmith calls are often urgent lockouts. Look for 24/7 answering and fast transfer. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Locksmiths page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Marketing & Design Agencies: Agencies need new-business calls qualified and routed. See full page →
Thin data: only 1 tool(s) in our data list marketing & design agencies or marketing & design agencies software as a fit. Many general tools may still work. See all tools.
CallRail Voice Assist
14-day free trial (CallRail) · for Marketing-driven local businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Details of Voice Assist minutes not on pricing page; calls rounded up to the minute
See full Marketing & Design Agencies page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Media & Entertainment: Media businesses need inquiries routed to the right person. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names media & entertainment (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Media & Entertainment page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Mortgage Brokers: Mortgage brokers need fast lead capture and callback scheduling. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names mortgage brokers (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Mortgage Brokers page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Movers: Movers get quote and date-availability calls. Look for booking and lead capture. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names movers (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Music Teachers: Music teachers need lesson booking handled while they teach. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names music teachers (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Music Teachers page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Nanny & Au Pair Agencies: Nanny agencies take calls from families and caregivers. Look for intake and routing. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names nanny & au pair agencies (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Nanny & Au Pair Agencies page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Notaries: Notaries need appointment booking, often same day. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names notaries (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Party Supplies & Rentals: Party rental businesses get availability and booking calls, with weekend peaks. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names party supplies & rentals (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Party Supplies & Rentals page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Pest Control: Pest control companies need service requests booked and routed to techs. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Pest Control page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Pet Services: Pet businesses need appointment booking and reminders. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names pet services (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Photographers: Photographers need booking inquiries captured while they shoot. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names photographers (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Pool & Hot Tub: Pool companies need service calls booked, with seasonal spikes. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Pool & Hot Tub page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Print Shops: Print shops get order status and quote calls. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names print shops (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Property Management: Property managers need maintenance requests triaged and emergencies transferred 24/7. See full page →
Thin data: only 1 tool(s) in our data list property management or property management software as a fit. Many general tools may still work. See all tools.
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
See full Property Management page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Public Relations Firms: PR firms need media and client calls routed quickly. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names public relations firms (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Public Relations Firms page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Real Estate Agents: Real estate agents need lead capture and showing bookings while they're with clients. See full page →
Thin data: only 1 tool(s) in our data list real estate agents or real estate agents software as a fit. Many general tools may still work. See all tools.
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
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Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Refinishing Services: Refinishing businesses need estimate requests captured and booked. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
AgentZap
150 min included · 30-day money-back guarantee · for HVAC and others
⚠ True-cost gotchas: $499 one-time setup fee on every plan; highest overage seen
Compare the top 3 → · See full Refinishing Services page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Roofers: Roofers get storm-driven call spikes. Look for lead capture and overage pricing that won't punish a busy month. See full page →
Quo (OpenPhone) Sona
10 Sona calls (1,000 credits) included included · 7-day free trial · for Home services teams already on Quo
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Sona usage via credit tiers ($25-$199/mo); $19.50 TCR fee + $1.50-3/mo messaging fee
NextPhone
Unlimited calls · 7-day free trial · for Law firms, trades, service businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Flat-rate unlimited; 2-way SMS only on Scale ($599)
800.com AI Agents
250 min during trial (plan allowances not published on fetched page) included · 7-day free trial · for Home services, real estate, legal, healthcare, property management
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Pricing page blocked our fetch, so prices come from the 2026-10-07 press release; press release says card charged on day 8, AI page says no card required; booking & CRM sync on AI Grow ($149, $124 annual); 30-day money-back guarantee
Jobber Receptionist
14-day Jobber trial · for Home service / field service
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Add-on to Jobber subscription; 1-year commitment options
Rosie
250 min (Professional) included · 7-day free trial · for Plumbing, HVAC, construction, electricians, home services
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Calendar booking & live transfers only from $149 Scale; overage rate not published on page
Jobholler
1 AI receptionist line; call handling included (no per-minute charges per launch release) included · 7-day free trial, no card · for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing contractors
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Quick-book self-scheduling only on Pro ($399); voicemail transcripts & review requests from Core ($149); launch release said 3-day trial, pricing page says 7-day
Compare the top 3 → · See full Roofers page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Social Media Marketing Agencies: Social agencies need new-business calls qualified and routed. See full page →
Thin data: only 1 tool(s) in our data list social media marketing agencies or social media marketing agencies software as a fit. Many general tools may still work. See all tools.
CallRail Voice Assist
14-day free trial (CallRail) · for Marketing-driven local businesses
⚠ True-cost gotchas: Details of Voice Assist minutes not on pricing page; calls rounded up to the minute
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Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Software & SaaS Companies: Software companies need support and sales calls routed, with CRM integrations. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names software & saas companies (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
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Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Solar Energy Businesses: Solar companies need leads qualified and consultations booked. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names solar energy businesses (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
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Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Taxi Services: Taxi services need ride requests handled fast, around the clock. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names taxi services (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Travel Agents: Travel agents need inquiries captured and consultations booked. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names travel agents (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Trucking & Logistics: Trucking companies need dispatch and load calls routed quickly. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names trucking & logistics (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Trucking & Logistics page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Tutors: Tutors need session booking handled while they teach. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names tutors (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
Wedding & Event Planners: Wedding planners need inquiries captured and consultations booked. See full page →
Thin data: none of the 29 priced tools in our data names wedding & event planners (or matching software) as a fit yet, so we have no industry-specific pick. General tools may still work: see top picks and all tools.
See full Wedding & Event Planners page →
Industry fit bonus: +3 if the vendor lists this industry in its "best for" description, +1 for each matching industry-software integration (max +2). This is added to the overall score explained in How we rank. Only tools with some industry fit are shown.
How we rank
Every point comes straight from the vendor's public pricing page, as recorded in our data. We haven't call-tested these tools and we don't accept payment for placement.
- +2 published price · +2 starts at $50/mo or less (or +1 at $51–150)
- +2 free trial or free plan (or +1 money-back guarantee)
- +1 overage rate published · +1 included minutes/calls published (or +2 unlimited) · +1 4+ integrations listed
- −1 for each fine-print gotcha: setup fee, stops answering when minutes run out, requires another paid plan, unpublished details, hard caps, billing quirks like rounding or charging for silence
Each category adds a small, clearly labeled fit bonus or filter. Ties go to the cheaper tool. Tools with no published price aren't ranked, but they're all in All tools.
AI receptionist price changes and hidden fees for local service businesses.
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