AI receptionist vs front-desk hire: compare cost and coverage
Comparing an AI receptionist vs a front-desk hire? An AI receptionist answers 24/7, never takes a sick day, and costs a fraction of a full-time employee — with missed-call SMS and your booking link so leads don't slip away after hours or when you're on a job.
Built for Canadian service businesses. Two tiers: Starter $79 CAD or Growth $179 CAD per month. Pay in CAD. Learn more: Sowa Answers.
Cost and coverage
A front-desk hire means salary, benefits, training, and limited hours. An AI receptionist runs 24/7 for a flat monthly fee — no hiring, no scheduling gaps. Sowa Answers: Starter $79 CAD or Growth $179 CAD per month for AI Reception + Call Capture, with missed-call SMS and your booking link so every call turns into a captured lead.
What you get with an AI receptionist
- 24/7 answering or missed-call SMS within seconds with your booking link.
- Canadian number, your business name. TAKEOVER alerts when you want to step in.
- No hiring, no scheduling. 7-day free trial, cancel anytime.
Pricing
Full pricing: homepage pricing section.