Smith.ai mixes AI and live agents. AutoSale Agent handles contractor calls end-to-end with AI — for a fraction of the price.
Smith.ai charges $2.40/call in overage and $3 extra every time you need a live person. AutoSale Agent is flat-rate and handles contractor emergencies automatically — no upcharges.
| Plan | AutoSale Agent | Smith.ai |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $179/mo 75 AI-handled calls |
$95/mo 50 AI calls ($2.40 each over limit) |
| Mid | $299/mo 200 AI-handled calls |
$270/mo 150 AI calls ($2.30 each over limit) |
| High | $499/mo 500 AI-handled calls |
$800/mo 500 AI calls ($2.10 each over limit) |
Smith.ai's Pro plan costs $800/mo for 500 calls. AutoSale Agent's Multi-Location plan is $499/mo for 500 calls — with 10 phone numbers and an ROI dashboard included.
| Feature | AutoSale Agent | Smith.ai |
|---|---|---|
| 24/7 AI answering | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| English + Spanish auto-detect | ✓ Yes | ~ Partial Spanish available, not guaranteed auto-detect |
| Flat-rate pricing (no per-call overages) | ✓ Yes | ✗ No $2.10–$2.40/call overage |
| Human escalation included | ✗ No AI handles all calls; emergencies alert owner via text |
~ Partial +$3/call when requested |
| Contractor-specific emergency escalation | ✓ Yes Trade emergencies auto-escalated to owner |
✗ No Generic escalation scripts |
| SMS appointment booking | ✓ Yes | ~ Partial Booking available but requires CRM integration |
| Missed-call text-back | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Appointment reminders | ✓ Yes Pro plan and above |
✗ No |
| Multi-location support | ✓ Yes Up to 10 numbers, ROI dashboard per location |
~ Partial Multiple lines available |
| Setup in under 5 minutes | ✓ Yes | ~ Partial Onboarding call typically required |
Smith.ai's Starter covers 50 calls at $95/mo. If you get 80 calls — common for a busy HVAC company — you owe an extra $72 in overages. AutoSale Agent is a flat monthly rate, no matter how many calls you field.
Smith.ai charges $3 extra every time a call escalates to a live agent. AutoSale Agent detects trade emergencies and texts the owner instantly — at no extra charge, included in every plan.
Smith.ai's AI does general intake. AutoSale Agent asks roofing-specific questions (claim number, damage type), HVAC-specific questions, and plumbing-specific questions — so owners arrive at every job prepared.
For law firms and professional services, live agents add real value. For contractors getting storm surge calls or after-hours emergencies, AI that responds in 2 seconds and books the job is more effective.
It collects the caller's name, number, and question, and sends you a text immediately. You return the call knowing exactly what they need.
For 50 calls, $95/mo is fine. But contractors average far more than 50 calls/month during busy season. At $2.40/call overage, reaching 100 calls costs $215 total. AutoSale Agent's $179 plan covers 75 calls flat.
Not currently. The AI handles every call end-to-end and sends you a text summary. For real emergencies, it calls your cell directly so you can decide whether to pick up.
AutoSale Agent is built for contractors — 24/7 AI answering, SMS booking, emergency escalation. Set up in under 5 minutes.
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