Calls & revenue
Receptionist vs AI cost calculator
Compare your staffing costs with an answering service using your own assumptions.
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Your numbers
Starting figures are illustrative, not market benchmarks. Adjust them to fit your business.
Compare costs on the same tax basis. Wattle prices exclude GST. Additional calling and number charges are not included.
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What the numbers suggest
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An estimate based on your inputs, not guaranteed revenue or savings. Revenue is not profit.
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How it works
Annual receptionist cost = salary + salary × employer on-cost percentage + annual overheads. Annual service cost = monthly fee × 12. Staffing coverage and AI capabilities differ; this is a cost comparison, not a like-for-like replacement recommendation.
Common questions
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