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JustReva vs Smith.ai

Smith.ai offers a hybrid model combining human receptionists with AI assistance. Their live agents handle calls with AI supporting them in the background, primarily serving legal, home services, and some healthcare clients.

What happens when a patient calls?Without REVAPatient callsduring busy hoursHold / voicemail35% unansweredPatient hangs upcalls competitor instead-$700lost per patientWith REVAPatient callsany time, any dayREVA answers <1s100% answer rateAppointment bookeddirectly in your calendar+$700patient retainedThe difference between losing and keeping a patient is how the call is answered

Feature Comparison

FeatureJustRevaSmith.ai
Built for healthcareYes - dental, medical, physio, chiro, and moreVaries
HIPAA compliantYesVaries
24/7 availabilityYes - every day, including holidaysExtra cost for after-hours
Multi-provider schedulingYes - handles complex provider calendarsLimited
Free pilotYes - 50 calls freeNo
PricingTransparent, starting at $0 for pilotStarting at $292.50/mo for 30 calls, scaling to $600+ for higher volumes
Call transcriptsIncludedVaries
Analytics dashboardIncluded in Professional planLimited or extra cost

Smith.ai - Strengths

  • +Human receptionists provide a personal touch on calls
  • +AI assists agents for faster responses
  • +Established brand with a large client base across industries
  • +Offers chat, SMS, and phone coverage

Smith.ai - Limitations

  • -Expensive per-call pricing adds up quickly for busy practices
  • -Human agents are not healthcare specialists - training is generic
  • -Limited availability outside business hours unless you pay for after-hours plans
  • -Slower to scale since it depends on human staffing

Best for: Professional services firms (legal, consulting) that value having a human voice on every call and can absorb higher per-call costs.

Why clinics choose JustReva over Smith.ai

1.

24/7 availability with no after-hours surcharge - REVA never calls in sick

2.

Healthcare-trained AI that understands clinical terminology and workflows

3.

Predictable monthly pricing instead of per-call billing that spikes with volume

4.

Instant scalability - handles 5 calls or 500 calls with the same quality

Ready to see the difference?

Start with a free 50-call pilot. No credit card required, no commitment. See how REVA handles your patient calls.