Business Strategy

How Much Does an AI Receptionist Cost in

Name: Solve8 IT Services
Address: Level 1, 86 City Road, Beenleigh, QLD, 4207, AU
Price range: $$

Feb 03, 2026 · By Solve8 Team · 14 min read

AI receptionist pricing in Australia ranges from $29-500/month vs $75,000+/year for human staff. Compare per-minute, per-call,

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