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More Than a Voicemail

Why voicemail messages cost you customers โ€“ and what works better.

A voicemail or answering machine records messages โ€“ nothing more. The problem: 80% of callers don't leave a message and never call back. An AI phone assistant like Vokaro, however, has real conversations: answers questions, books appointments, prioritizes urgent requests. Instead of a passive message box, you have an active employee who's available 24/7 for your customers. The costs are minimal compared to the business you lose from missed callers.

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Vokaro wins
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Voicemail / Answering Machine wins

What is Voicemail / Answering Machine?

A voicemail or mobile mailbox records voice messages when you're unavailable. The caller speaks after the tone, you listen to the message later and call back.

Detailed Comparison

Criteria
Vokaro
Voicemail / Answering Machine
Interaction
Real conversations, questions and answers
Only one-way message
Appointment booking
Possible directly in the conversation
Not possible
Answer FAQs
Immediate answers to common questions
Not possible
Urgent cases
Recognition and immediate forwarding
Everything goes in the same pile
Caller experience
Feels heard and helped
Frustrating, impersonal
Callback rate
Not needed โ€“ request is handled immediately
80% of callers hang up without leaving a message
Cost
โ‚ฌ99/month
Often free (but worthless)
Setup
60 minutes setup
Seconds

Upgrade to Vokaro if...

  • You regularly miss calls and find messages on your mailbox
  • Callers are important for your business (new customers, appointments)
  • 80% of questions are always the same
  • You're frustrated with 'please speak after the tone'
  • Returning calls is a time-consuming part of your day

A voicemail is enough if...

  • You receive very few calls (< 5 per week)
  • Callers know you personally and will call back anyway
  • No appointment booking or FAQ answering is needed
  • Costs must be absolutely minimized

Key Differences

Conversation instead of message

Vokaro has real dialogues. The caller isn't dismissed, but served.

80% fewer missed opportunities

Most voicemail callers hang up without leaving a message. With Vokaro, you get everyone.

Immediate value creation

Appointments are booked, questions answered โ€“ not just documented.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if someone still wants to leave a message?

Vokaro can record the request and send you a summary. Better than an unclear voice message.

Isn't a voicemail cheaper?

Free, yes. But calculate what a lost customer costs. One won order per month makes Vokaro profitable.

Can I use Vokaro as overflow?

Yes. Vokaro steps in when you're busy or don't answer. Combination with voicemail possible.

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From voicemail to real customer service in 60 minutes.

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