How much does an AI receptionist cost?

Straight numbers, in Australian dollars: what RipperReceptionist costs, what a human receptionist really costs, and where the difference comes from.

Human receptionist
RipperReceptionist
Base cost
Estimated $55,000–$65,000 salary
From $19.99/month
Superannuation (12%)
Estimated $6,600–$7,800/year
None
Leave cover (annual + personal)
Estimated 30 days/year to cover
None — answers 24/7
After-hours and weekends
Overtime or unanswered
Included
Realistic annual total
Estimated $75,000–$85,000
$240–$600 + voice minutes

Human receptionist figures are estimates based on advertised Australian reception salaries plus superannuation, leave, and employment overheads. AI figures are RipperReceptionist's live plan prices; voice calls are billed at $0.50 AUD per minute.

The plans, plainly

Starter, $19.99/month: web chat and email, 100 conversations a month. Pro, $49.99/month: adds voice — Mia answers your phone, with calls billed at $0.50 per minute. Pro Max, $999 one-time: 5 years of Pro access for one payment, plus 999 bonus minutes. New accounts start with $5 of free credit — no card required.

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Cost questions, answered

How much does an AI receptionist cost in Australia?+

RipperReceptionist plans start at $19.99 per month (web chat and email). Pro is $49.99 per month and adds voice, with calls billed at $0.50 AUD per minute so you only pay for what you use. Pro Max is a $999 one-time payment covering 5 years of Pro access.

How much does a human receptionist cost in Australia?+

An estimated $55,000 to $65,000 a year in salary, before superannuation (12%), annual and personal leave, and employment overheads. The realistic all-in cost is an estimated $75,000 to $85,000 a year — roughly $5,764 a month.

Are there any hidden costs?+

No. The subscription is fixed and voice minutes are itemised on your dashboard in real time, with a soft warning at 80% of a bundle. There is no lock-in, no setup fee, and no cancellation fee.

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