How much does an AI chatbot cost?

AI chatbot costs range from $50/month for basic off-the-shelf tools to $5,000–$25,000+ for custom-built solutions.

Simple chatbots using platforms like Tidio or Drift start at $50–$200/month. Mid-range solutions with AI-powered conversations and integrations run $200–$1,000/month. Custom chatbots built specifically for your business, with unique conversation flows, CRM integration, and trained on your specific data, typically cost $5,000–$15,000 to build plus $200–$500/month for hosting and AI usage. At MooseBase, our custom AI chatbot solutions include conversation design, integration with your systems, and ongoing optimization to maximize lead capture and customer satisfaction.