Rosie vs Frontdesk: AI Receptionist Pricing and Workflow Comparison

Updated October 3, 2026 · Documentation-verified; controlled call testing pending unless explicitly stated

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Rosie and Frontdesk both meter voice usage in minutes, but they package the rest of the workflow differently. Rosie publishes three clear receptionist tiers. Frontdesk is positioned as a broader front-office automation product with booking and integrations around a $99 monthly plan.

Area	Rosie	Frontdesk
Entry price	$49/mo	$99/mo
Entry usage	250 minutes	200 voice minutes
Direct booking	Published on Scale and above	Core published capability
Transfers	Warm/live on Scale; waterfall on Growth	Rule-based live transfer / routing
Broader automation	Zapier + calendar oriented	CRM, calendar, Zapier, API/webhooks

Decision frame

Rosie deserves investigation when simple tiering and transfer features are the priority. Frontdesk deserves investigation when the phone agent is only one part of a broader front-office automation stack. Before choosing, normalize one month of call minutes and map exactly what “booking” means in your dispatch process.

Considering Rosie? Use the provider link below only if it fits your workflow after comparing pricing, handoff rules and test-call results.

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Product facts were rechecked against these public sources on October 3, 2026. Pricing, limits and partner terms can change.