Simple Phones
by Simple Phones · San Francisco, USA · Founded 2023
Cheap, fast AI call answering
Overview
Simple Phones does what its name suggests: it gives you an AI agent on a phone number that answers calls, books appointments, captures details and logs everything, with setup measured in minutes and pricing among the lowest in the category. It handles both inbound and outbound and integrates through webhooks and Zapier for anything more specific. There is no vertical depth, no compliance certification and limited routing sophistication, and the interface is plain. As a first move away from voicemail for a small business it works; anything with real complexity or regulatory requirements needs a different tool.
Our verdict
Honest about being basic, which is more than several better-marketed competitors manage. Fine as a first step away from voicemail at $49. Any real complexity, call volume or compliance requirement means you should be looking at Rosie or a vertical specialist instead.
Best for
Micro-businesses and solo operators replacing voicemail on the smallest possible budget.
Avoid if
You need compliance coverage, routing logic or industry integrations.
Pros
- Live in minutes with genuinely simple setup
- Low published pricing with monthly terms
- Handles both inbound and outbound
Cons
- No compliance certification or vertical depth
- Limited routing sophistication and plain interface
- Very small team, so real vendor-viability risk
Key capabilities
Frequently asked questions
How much does Simple Phones cost?
Plans start around $49 per month with a bundled call allowance and per-call overage beyond it, on monthly terms with a short free trial.
Can Simple Phones make outbound calls?
Yes, it handles both inbound answering and outbound calling, which is unusual at this price point where most tools are inbound-only.
Is Simple Phones suitable for a medical or legal practice?
No. It carries no HIPAA or SOC 2 coverage. Regulated practices should use Smith.ai, Arini or Insight Health instead.