# AI tools for answering calls — compared

> Never miss a call, even after hours. 7 AI and productivity tools, AI-powered and best known first, with what each does and whether it is free.

- [Exotel](https://suitly.si/tools/exotel) by Exotel (AI-powered) — Cloud phone numbers, IVR and call routing for Indian businesses Price: Free plan not confirmed; public info, not yet checked.
- [Dialpad](https://suitly.si/tools/dialpad) by Dialpad (AI-powered) — Cloud business phone with AI call notes and agents Price: Free trial (Dialpad Connect offers a free trial for 14 days.); from their website.
- [Smith.ai](https://suitly.si/tools/smith-ai) by Smith.ai (AI-powered) — AI and human receptionists who answer your calls Price: Free plan (The free plan includes 25 calls per month with a cost of $3.00 per call after that limit is reached.); from their website.
- [CallAnswerDesk](https://suitly.si/tools/callanswerdesk) by Surge Software (AI-powered) — An AI receptionist that answers calls, books visits and takes messages Price: Free trial (Your first 3 months (90 days) are free with every feature included; test calls in the browser are free.); confirmed by the maker.
- [Goodcall](https://suitly.si/tools/goodcall) by Goodcall (AI-powered) — AI phone agent that answers calls for local businesses Price: Free trial (A free demo agent allows you to build, test, and hear the agent answer without paying until you connect a number.); from their website.
- [Aircall](https://suitly.si/tools/aircall) by Aircall — Cloud phone for sales and support teams Price: Free trial (The page offers a 'Try for free' option and 'Get free access' to plans, but does not specify the duration or limits of the trial.); from their website.
- [Ruby](https://suitly.si/tools/ruby) by Ruby Receptionists — Friendly live receptionists who answer your business calls Price: Free plan not confirmed; from their website.

Who looks for this: Doctors & clinics, Lawyers, Shops & retail, Restaurants & food, Real estate, Sales teams, Customer support, Any small business.
Page: https://suitly.si/needs/answer-phone-calls