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Lead
Qualification

24/7 Receptionist

Appointment
Booking

Reactivation

Warm
Transfer

Customer
Support

Automating call operations for
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Vapi suits developer-led teams that want full control and are willing to invest in infrastructure and optimization. telli is designed for enterprise teams that need production-ready voice agents and fast deployment. If reliability, multilingual support, and speed matter more than building from scratch, telli is the better fit.

Go Live Fast

telli ships production-ready agents you can deploy in days, not weeks.

Built to Run, Not to Build

telli is a platform for teams that want voice agents working at scale without complexity and without the need for technical teams.

Exactly What Enterprises Need

telli includes telephony, analytics, compliance, and multilingual performance out of the box. No third-party stitching required.

Outcomes Over Infrastructure

telli gives you reliability, consistent call quality, and real business results at scale.

Why telli?

This is why our customers choose telli

They can't or don't want to dedicate developer resources to voice AI

They need consistent call quality without constant tuning

They want strong performance beyond English

They want a working platform not just a toolkit

Voice Agents & Conversations
3rd-Gen Voice Agents
Best LLMs & Intelligence
With extra API cost
User Experience (Agent Builder)
Best in-class
Poor
AI Prompt Assistant
Custom / Cloned Voices
Multilingual Agents
Latency (Response Speed)
Sub-Second
Sub-Second
Calling & Telephony
Custom Telephony (BYO SIP)
Branded Calls
Warm Transfers
Limited Hour Transfers
Call Screening Navigation (iOS)
Voicemail Detection
Leaving Voicemail Messages
Timezone-Aware Global Calling
Workflow Automation
Integrated Auto-Dialer
Batch / Campaign Calling
Native "Call Me Later" Workflows
Recognized Callbacks
Native Calendar Integrations
Calendly, Cal.com, Hubspot
Limited
Intelligence, Analytics & Data
Integrated Phone Number Management
Pickup & Answer Rate Analytics
Post-Call Analysis
Complex
Call Summaries
Conversation Replay & Transcripts
Contact Database (Native or Synced)
Platform, Reliability & Compliance
Support SLA (Enterprise)
Uptime SLA (Enterprise)
99,99%
99,99%
EU Hosting Available
Compliance
SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA
SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA
Flexible API & Real-time webhooks
Localized App / UI
Flexible & Compliant Recording Settings
Disclaimer:

The Information are gathered from publicly available sources (including company websites, pricing pages, and public documentation) as of January 2026. While we strive to keep this information accurate and up-to-date, software features and pricing change frequently. This comparison is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional advice. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are use for identification purposes only. Spot an error? Please let us know at support@telli.com

telli’s AI agents have expanded our outbound capacity further than we thought possible. We’re saving time, reaching more leads, and seeing a huge spike in follow-ups from potential customers.
Mareike Wiethölter
Head of Process Management
Drive higher inbound throughput with AI-optimized call handling
10
X

increase in monthly call volume

telli is leading the charge for call automation in Germany. They tailored their voice agents to our exact business needs, and the efficiency gains have been incredible.
Martin Fricke
Product Manager
Offload routine intake calls to AI for cleaner, faster front-line operations
90
%

of information-gathering calls handled by a telli agent

telli is the most scalable and cost-efficient answer to call automation on the market. If you’re looking to ramp up sales without compromising on customer satisfaction, it’s a must.
Christoph Pirkl
CSO
Multiply call throughput using AI agents that operate without bottlenecks
4
X

completed call volume

We’ve been using telli for three months to book appointments with leads, and the results have been great. It’s surprisingly easy to use, and the AI agent consistently books appointments at the same rate or better than our internal call center.
Tommaso Piatti
Director Operations
Fill more technician calendars with AI-driven appointment scheduling
30
%

increase in weekly service appointments scheduled

telli delivers an incredibly human-like, scalable, and professional experience that's transformed how we handle customer calls. We're thrilled with both the product and the responsive, supportive team behind it.
Matthias Knoche
COO
Reach more customers on the first attempt with intelligent call sequencing
45
%

increase in connection rate

telli brought our sales floor from chaos to calm. Our team now focuses on actually helping customers, not just reaching and scheduling them — and we haven’t missed a lead since.
Richard Ruben
Co-founder and CEO
Convert more consultations into revenue with AI-guided follow-up and qualification
15
%

increase in CVR from consultation to sale

Features

Everything you need for better caller experience

Leave a Voicemail

Our AI voice agents automatically leave professional and personalized messages when a call goes to voicemail, so you never miss a lead.

Custom Workflows

Customize call workflows to match your unique customer journey. Instantly call new leads, schedule appointments, and automatically trigger callbacks.

Auto Dialer

Run outbound call campaigns at scale with telli’s AI voice agents and smart calling strategies. When a lead doesn’t pick up, telli automatically retries at the optimal time ensuring maximum reachability and zero manual chasing.

telli Studio

telli studio makes it easy to create, fine-tune, and improve how your AI voice agents respond. Use our AI-assisted chat or manually edit your call scripts

Branded Caller ID

Display your company name and logo on outbound calls to build trust and boost answer rates. Give every call a professional, recognizable touch from the first ring.

Verified Phone Numbers & SIP Trunk

Buy trusted, verified phone numbers for seamless outbound calling and higher answer rates. Or alternatively, bring your own phone numbers using SIP Trunk.

Call Analysis

Analyze your calls at scale by tracking performance across thousands of calls, defining your own custom call outcomes and syncing outcomes back into your CRM.

Custom Tools

Extend your AI voice agents with Custom Tools. Connect to any API or data source to retrieve information, take action, and enhance every call.

Appointment Booking

Let your AI handle scheduling from start to finish. telli’s voice agents connect directly to your CRMs and calendars, so appointments are booked instantly. No more back-and-forth emails or missed opportunities.

Call Transfer

Seamlessly hand off during inbound and outbound calls with warm transfers. telli connects AI-led conversations to the right human rep, checking availability and providing a brief summary of the previous conversation.

Multilingual AI Voice Agents

Deliver fluent, native-sounding conversations in over 40 languages, including English, German, French, Spanish, Dutch and Italian.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do telli’s AI voice agents sound like AI?
No. telli’s AI voice agents are designed to sound natural, human-like, and conversational. Our customers consistently report that callers don’t realize they’re speaking with AI — and many find it hard to believe even after being told. The result is a smooth, engaging experience that feels like talking to a real person.
Can I optimize telli's AI voice agents?
Yes. telli includes a powerful prompt editor that allows you to refine responses, workflows, and conversation logic. You can adjust tone, instructions, and behavior to match your brand and operational needs — or our team can help you do so. Continuous optimization helps your AI voice agents become smarter, more accurate, and more aligned with your customer experience goals.
Is telli compliant?
Yes. telli is built with strict security and privacy standards, including HIPAA, GDPR, and SOC 2 compliance. All data is encrypted, access is tightly controlled, and processes are audited regularly. This ensures customer information remains secure and that your business meets regulatory obligations without additional effort.

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