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Retell AI vs Vapi.

Short answer: Pricing models differ, so entry prices don't compare directly.
Retell AIVapi
Entry priceUsage-basedUsage-based
PlansPay as you go: US$0.07–$0.31/min for voice agents. $10 free credit. 20 concurrent calls included; extra capacity $8 per concurrent call/mo.Usage-based: $0.05/min Vapi hosting plus transcription, model and voice passed through at cost. $5 free credit. Optional support packages: Core $29/mo, Pro $999/mo minimum.
Human backupNoNo
Built forgeneral, medical clinicsgeneral
IntegrationsNone publishedNone published
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Retell AI

Usage-based

A developer platform, not an out-of-the-box receptionist. Many agencies build on it.

general · medical clinics
Plans & source

Pay as you go: $0.07–$0.31/min for voice agents. $10 free credit. 20 concurrent calls included; extra capacity $8 per concurrent call/mo.

Source: https://www.retellai.com/pricing. USD unless noted.

Vapi

Usage-based

For developers. Total cost depends on which model and voice you choose; Vapi's own calculator shows about $82 to $129/mo for 1,000 minutes.

general
Plans & source

Usage-based: $0.05/min Vapi hosting plus transcription, model and voice passed through at cost. $5 free credit. Optional support packages: Core $29/mo, Pro $999/mo minimum.

Source: https://vapi.ai/pricingAffiliate link. What this means. USD unless noted.

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