AI Receptionist Comparison
Aria vs Synthflow
Synthflow is a DIY platform for building AI voice agents. Aria is a done-for-you AI receptionist with CRM included. Here's how they compare.
Quick Verdict
Choose Aria if you want a ready-to-use solution that works immediately with no technical setup. Choose Synthflow if you're an agency building white-label AI solutions or want full customization control.
The Real Cost Comparison
Synthflow's $29/mo looks cheap, but you pay separately for minutes:
Aria: $249/mo
- • 500 minutes included
- • CRM included
- • Lead scoring included
- • Setup done for you
- = $249 total
Synthflow: $29/mo + extras
- • 500 mins @ $0.10 = $50
- • Separate CRM = ~$50/mo
- • No lead scoring
- • Hours of DIY setup
- = $129+ (time not included)
Pricing Comparison
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Aria
AI-First with Built-in CRM
$249/mo
500 mins included, $0.25/min after
Setup fee: $0
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Synthflow
DIY AI Voice Platform
$29-450/mo
Minutes sold separately ($0.08-0.13/min)
Setup fee: $0
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Aria | Synthflow |
|---|---|---|
| AI Call Answering | ✓ | ✓ |
| 24/7 Availability | ✓ | ✓ |
| Appointment Booking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Built-in CRM | ✓ | ✕ |
| AI Lead Scoring | ✓ | ✕ |
| Call Transcripts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Kanban Pipeline | ✓ | ✕ |
| Multi-language | Coming Soon | ✓ |
| White-label | ✕ | ✓ |
| Done-for-you Setup | ✓ | ✕ |
Pros & Cons
Aria
Pros
- ✓Done-for-you setup (no DIY required)
- ✓Built-in Kanban CRM included
- ✓AI-powered lead scoring (Claude)
- ✓Built-in booking system
- ✓Works out of the box
Cons
- ✕Not white-labelable for agencies
- ✕Less customizable than DIY platforms
Synthflow
Pros
- ✓Lowest starting price ($29/mo)
- ✓White-label for agencies
- ✓Multi-language support
- ✓Highly customizable
- ✓Marketplace templates
Cons
- ✕DIY setup required (technical)
- ✕No built-in CRM
- ✕Minutes sold separately (adds up)
- ✕Steep learning curve
- ✕No lead scoring
Which One Is Right For You?
Choose Aria if you...
- →Want it working today (no DIY)
- →Need CRM included (no extra tools)
- →Want AI lead scoring out of the box
- →Run a service business (gym, salon, contractor)
- →Value your time over customization
Choose Synthflow if you...
- →Run an AI agency (white-label needed)
- →Want full customization control
- →Have technical skills or a dev team
- →Need multi-language support today
- →Building custom AI voice applications
Try Aria Free Today
Call our demo line and experience Aria for yourself. No credit card required. No DIY setup.
Call (888) 684-7997