Side by side
When hiring is the better choice
You have walk-in customers
A person at the desk can greet people, take payments, and handle paperwork. FrontDesk Talk only works on the phone and by text.
Calls need real judgment
If most calls involve negotiating, complex quotes, or sensitive conversations, you want a person.
You already have one
Keep them. Use FrontDesk Talk for overflow, lunch breaks, and after hours so they can focus on the people in front of them.
The math
The median hourly wage for receptionists was $18.27 in May 2025, about $38,010 a year, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s before payroll taxes and any benefits.
- Median receptionist wage
- $18.27 an hour, about $38,010 a year (BLS, May 2025)
- FrontDesk Talk, Real Talk plan
- $199 a month, $2,388 a year
- FrontDesk Talk, Big Talk plan
- $399 a month, $4,788 a year
Wages vary by city. Pay yearly for FrontDesk Talk and get 2 months free.
Questions
Can FrontDesk Talk work alongside my receptionist?
Yes. Forward calls only when they don’t answer, or only after hours. Many businesses use it as backup.
Can it transfer calls to a person?
Yes. It transfers urgent calls to you or your team based on rules you set.
Does it sound like a person?
It uses natural, human-like voices. It tells callers it’s an AI assistant when asked.
Source, checked September 2026: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Receptionists. Prices and features change, so check their sites for current details. Names are used only to compare; we aren't affiliated with them.
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