If you are shopping for an AI receptionist, the first question is the price. The short answer: most services charge a monthly fee, usually somewhere in the low hundreds, plus the cost of the calls themselves. Here is how the pricing works, what to watch for, and what Nora charges.
The three ways AI receptionists charge
Flat monthly fee. You pay one fixed price per month for the service. This is the simplest model and the easiest to budget for, because the bill is the same whether you get ten calls or a hundred.
Per-minute pricing. You pay for every minute the AI spends on calls, sometimes with a small monthly platform fee on top. This can suit very low call volumes, but the bill moves around and a busy month costs more.
Per-call pricing. A fixed price for each call answered. Simple to understand, but a long call costs the same as a short one, which tends to favour the provider rather than you.
What pushes the price up
Call volume. On usage-based plans, more minutes means a higher bill. On flat plans, very high volumes sometimes push you into a higher tier.
Features. Appointment booking, calendar sync and integrations with your existing software can sit on higher-priced tiers with some providers.
Setup and training. Some providers charge a one-off fee to configure the service for your business, train it on your services and connect your phone number.
Call charges. Check whether the cost of the actual phone calls is included in the price or passed through on top. This is the line item most people forget to ask about.
What Nora costs
Nora keeps it simple. One product, one clear price list:
- 400 euro one-time setup. We configure Nora for your business: your services, prices, hours and booking rules. We test every call type before she goes live.
- 250 euro per month on a monthly contract.
- 2,500 euro per year on a yearly contract.
Call charges are passed through at cost and itemised on your invoice. No hidden markup. See the full breakdown on our pricing page.
Questions to ask any provider
Before you sign with anyone, ask these five questions:
- Is the monthly fee really flat, or does it change with call volume?
- Are call charges included, and if not, what is the per-minute rate?
- Is there a setup fee, and what exactly does it cover?
- What are the contract terms if I want to leave?
- Can I hear it working before I pay?
On that last one, Nora's answer is yes. She will call your own mobile for a free 2-minute demo, introducing herself as your receptionist, so you hear exactly what your callers would hear. You can also read how a booking call works step by step.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an AI receptionist cost per month?
Most AI receptionist services charge a monthly fee, typically in the low hundreds, plus call charges. Some use per-minute billing instead, which varies with call volume. Nora charges a flat 250 euro per month on a monthly contract, or 2,500 euro per year on a yearly contract, with call charges passed through at cost.
Are there extra charges on top of the monthly fee?
Often, yes. Many providers add call charges, setup fees or fees for extra features. Always ask for the full picture before signing. With Nora, the only extra is the actual call charges, which are passed through at cost and itemised on your invoice. There is no hidden markup.
Is there a setup fee for an AI receptionist?
It depends on the provider. Some charge nothing, others charge several hundred for configuration and training. Nora charges a 400 euro one-time setup fee. It covers configuring her for your business, connecting your number and testing every call type before she goes live.
Can I try an AI receptionist before paying?
You should be able to. Any provider confident in their product will let you hear it working. Nora offers a free live demo: she calls your own mobile number and introduces herself as your receptionist, so you hear exactly what your callers would hear.