Cheapest AI receptionists in New Zealand (October 2026)
The lowest entry price isn't always the cheapest once you count your calls. A plan with a tiny allowance can cost more than a pricier plan with a bigger allowance at 50 calls a month. Below are both figures for every AI provider that publishes a price.
| Provider | Entry price | Included | Est. cost at ~50 calls |
|---|---|---|---|
| NZ$19/month + NZ$0.75 a minute | Pay per minute ($25 opening credit) | NZ$94 | |
| NZ$49/month | 100 minutes | NZ$49 | |
| NZ$69/month | Up to 150 minutes | NZ$69 | |
| NZ$70/month | 100 inbound minutes | NZ$70 | |
| NZ$99/month | Unlimited minutes | NZ$99 | |
| NZ$129/month | 100 minutes | NZ$129 | |
| NZ$149/month | 200 minutes | NZ$149 | |
| NZ$297/month | 200 minutes | NZ$297 | |
| NZ$350/month | No minute caps | NZ$350 |
What this shows
At about 50 calls a month (around 100 minutes), the lowest estimates we can calculate are KiwiAgent (NZ$49), KiwiCalls (NZ$69), AutomateAI (NZ$70). Several plans include unlimited or large allowances, which suits busier lines. Entry prices and GST treatment differ, so compare like with like on the provider's own page.
Method: entry plan plus published overage, or the cheapest published plan that covers 100 minutes or 50 calls. Full details in the methodology.