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The verdict
Realistic AI voices, plus voice and chat agents that can answer your business calls.
Best for: AI receptionists and voiceovers
Easy and Pro notes
Easy Mode
Pick a voice, type your script, and download the audio. The free plan includes 10,000 credits a month.
Pro Mode
Free has no commercial license; the paid Starter plan adds it. Phone calls need Twilio, another provider, or SIP.
Switch to Pro Mode for plan limits and the catch.
Skip it if
You only need a text chatbot on your website.
How it compares
Quick comparisonFacts checked: Oct 22, 2026
| Tool | Best for | Free option | Starts at | The catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ElevenLabs Easy pick | AI receptionists and voiceovers | Yes, 10,000 credits a month | Free plan; paid plans add commercial use See current pricing on the ElevenLabs website (opens in a new tab) | Calls need Twilio or another provider |
How to try it without wasting money
- Start on the free plan. Try a few voices with a script you'd really use, like your salon's greeting.
- Listen on a phone speaker, not just headphones. That's how your callers will hear it.
- Only upgrade when you need to use it for business. The paid Starter plan adds the commercial license; the summary card has the details.
Pro Mode Before you wire it to a phone line
- Budget for the phone side separately: calls need a Twilio number or a SIP trunk from another phone provider, billed by them.
- Write down what the agent must never answer (prices you haven't confirmed, medical or legal questions) and test those first.
- Keep a human handoff for anything the agent isn't sure about, and check call logs during the first week.
Sources (ElevenLabs, checked Oct 22, 2026): plans and pricing, Twilio native integration and SIP trunking.