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Twig
Every call answered. Every lead booked.
Twig provides an AI receptionist named Sera that answers calls, texts and web chats around the clock.
96.0
Best AI receptionists in 2026
10 ranked, with a plain verdict on every entry.
Twig ranks first among the top 10 AI receptionists in 2026, with a Lister Score of 96.0.
Twig takes the top spot on this list for Insurance, dental, mortgage and SaaS businesses. CloudTalk is built for Sales and support teams. SkipCalls serves small service-based businesses like contractors and tradespeople.RANKENTRYSCORETRENDFROM
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CloudTalkThe AI tool offers intelligent voice agents that handle inbound and outbound calls automatically90.0NEW$25/user/month (annual billing)
CloudTalkThe AI tool offers intelligent voice agents that handle inbound and outbound calls automatically90.0NEW$25/user/month (annual billing)4
Vigyoti.aiHandles bookings, changes, and cancellations automatically without manual intervention90.0NEW–
Vigyoti.aiHandles bookings, changes, and cancellations automatically without manual intervention90.0NEW–10
Slang AIThe AI tool suggests reservations at sister locations when first choices are unavailable84.0NEW–
Slang AIThe AI tool suggests reservations at sister locations when first choices are unavailable84.0NEW–CURATED · UPDATED REGULARLY
The ranking, in detail
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CloudTalk
AI-powered phone system for rapidly scaling businesses
CloudTalk is an AI-powered business phone system designed for sales and support teams. It combines intelligent voice agents with traditional call centre features on a single platform.
90.0
03
SkipCalls
AI receptionist that answers every call and blocks spam
SkipCalls books appointments and sends summaries while blocking spam.
90.0
04
Vigyoti.ai
Sounds human, always on, always polite.
Vigyoti.ai ensures businesses never miss a lead with human-sounding voice technology.
90.0
05
Goodcall
AI answering service & receptionist for small business
Goodcall is an AI answering service and receptionist for small businesses.
86.0
06
Mango Voice
The AI voice platform that elevates the patient experience.
Mango Voice is an AI voice platform designed to elevate the patient experience for healthcare practices. It handles every patient interaction from the first call to the final note.
86.0
07
Smith.ai
AI and live agents trained on your firm
Smith.ai handles end-to-end intake to convert leads into clients.
86.0
08
Talkative
Omnichannel AI that’s always evolving, infinitely scalable, and delivers value fast
Talkative is an omnichannel AI customer service solution for contact centres. It combines automated experiences with live support across voice, chat, messaging, and video.
86.0
09
Loman AI
The number one AI phone answering system for restaurants
Loman AI takes orders and reservations while syncing data to point-of-sale systems.
84.0
10
Slang AI
The AI Superhost for restaurants
Slang AI is a voice artificial intelligence platform designed for the restaurant industry. It provides a natural caller experience that answers phones and manages guest interactions.
84.0
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best AI receptionists?
Twig ranks first on Lister. Twig provides an AI receptionist named Sera that answers calls, texts and web chats around the clock.
What are the top 10 AI receptionists?
1. Twig; 2. CloudTalk; 3. SkipCalls; 4. Vigyoti.ai; 5. Goodcall; 6. Mango Voice; 7. Smith.ai; 8. Talkative; 9. Loman AI; 10. Slang AI.
Are there free options for AI receptionists?
No free option is confirmed in the recorded pricing for this ranking. Check each provider's pricing page for current plans and trials.
Who are these AI receptionists built for?
Twig says it is built for Insurance, dental, mortgage and SaaS businesses, and CloudTalk for Sales and support teams. SkipCalls says it is built for small service-based businesses like contractors and tradespeople, and Goodcall for solo operators and busy shops.
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