Live AI Conversations vs Voicemail-to-SMS
TL;DR Numa starts at $149/mo but only converts voicemails to SMS. Callers still hit voicemail. Dialbox answers every call live with AI from $59/mo USD, books appointments during the conversation, and never sends callers to voicemail.
Numa starts at $149/mo and converts missed calls and voicemails to SMS for text-based follow-up. Callers still reach voicemail. Dialbox provides live AI conversations that answer calls in real-time, book appointments during the call, and ensure callers never hit voicemail.
Why businesses look for Numa alternatives
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Callers still hit voicemail. Numa doesn't answer calls live.
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$149/mo starting price for a voicemail-to-SMS service is expensive.
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Text back-and-forth takes longer than booking during a live call.
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Automotive-focused. Not designed for general business use.
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No international number support for American businesses.
What is Numa?
Numa is a missed-call-to-SMS service starting at $149/mo, primarily designed for automotive dealerships and restaurants. Instead of answering calls live, it converts missed calls and voicemails into text conversations. While effective for text-based follow-up, callers still reach voicemail when you're unavailable.
What is Dialbox?
Dialbox is a American AI phone answering service built specifically for American businesses. Unlike services with per-call or per-minute pricing, Dialbox offers unlimited calls with flat monthly rates. Our AI provides consistent quality 24/7, bilingual support in English and Spanish, and full CCPA compliance. We integrate seamlessly with your CRM, calendar, and business tools to capture leads, book appointments, and convert more callers into customers.
Ready to replace voicemail with AI? Dialbox answers every call professionally, 24/7.
Dialbox vs Numa
See why American businesses are choosing Dialbox.
Dialbox
- Live AI answers calls in real-time
- Unlimited calls from $59/mo USD
- Books appointments during the live call
- CCPA compliant with American data storage
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) voice conversations
- Captures leads instantly during calls
- American phone numbers available
Numa
- Converts voicemails to SMS. Callers still hit voicemail.
- $149/mo starting price
- Requires text back-and-forth after voicemail
- No CCPA compliance
- Text-based communication only
- Lead capture requires voicemail first
- No international number support
Dialbox by the numbers
Which should you choose?
Here's a simple framework to help you decide.
Choose Numa when...
- You're a car dealership or restaurant
- SMS-based follow-up works for your business
- You're okay with callers hitting voicemail
- You prefer text over live phone conversations
Choose Dialbox when...
RECOMMENDED- You're a American business needing CCPA compliance
- You want callers to speak with someone live
- You don't want callers hitting voicemail
- You need bilingual support (English and Spanish)
- You want appointments booked during the call
- You prefer voice conversations over text
Switching from Numa
What transfers
- Your existing phone number (via forwarding)
- Business hours and availability settings
- Custom greetings and call scripts
- FAQ responses and common scenarios
Migration support
Self-service setup in under 10 minutes. Our team can help configure complex workflows.
Timeline
Most businesses go live same day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about switching from Numa to Dialbox
How does Dialbox differ from Numa?
Dialbox answers calls live with AI conversations. Numa only converts voicemails to SMS, meaning callers still hit voicemail when you're unavailable.
Which is better for capturing leads?
Dialbox captures leads in real-time during live conversations. Numa requires callers to leave voicemails first, then follows up via text.
Can Dialbox book appointments?
Yes, Dialbox books appointments during the live call. Numa requires text back-and-forth after the voicemail.
Which costs less?
Dialbox starts at $59/mo USD with unlimited calls. Numa starts at $149/mo for voicemail-to-SMS conversion.
Ready to Leave Numa Behind?
Join American businesses enjoying unlimited AI calls with predictable pricing and CCPA compliance.