How much does AI Chatbot development cost?
Transparent pricing for AI chatbot development in 2026. Compare a custom build ($15K–$80K) vs our ready-made AI Chatbot script — full source code, free installation and 6-month support at a fraction of the cost.
- ✓ Save 80–90% vs custom build
- ✓ One-time license fee
- ✓ No per-message charges
- ✓ Free installation
- ✓ Source code included
- ✓ Lifetime updates
Everything you need, built in
Basic Rule-Based Bot
$3,000 – $8,000. Scripted flows, FAQs, simple lead capture. No real AI reasoning.
Single-LLM AI Chatbot
$10,000 – $25,000. GPT-powered, basic RAG, one channel (web or WhatsApp).
Multi-LLM + RAG Platform
$30,000 – $80,000. Model routing, vector search, voice, analytics, admin panel.
Enterprise / White-Label
$80,000 – $250,000+. Multi-tenant SaaS, SSO, audit logs, custom integrations.
Our Ready-Made Script
From a one-time license fee. Includes everything in the Multi-LLM tier — pay 10% of a custom build.
Time to Launch
Custom build: 8–16 weeks. Our script: 5–7 days with free installation on your server.
Ongoing LLM Costs
Plan $0.001–$0.05 per conversation depending on model and length. We help you pick cost-optimal routing.
Maintenance
Custom: 15–20% of build/year. Our script: free updates + 6 months priority support.
No Hidden Fees
No per-seat, per-message or per-bot fees from us. You own the code and the data.
Who launches with this
Startups
Stretch your runway — launch a real AI product for under $5K instead of $50K.
SMBs
Replace expensive SaaS subscriptions ($200–$2,000/mo) with a one-time license.
Agencies
Buy once, resell to unlimited clients with white-label branding.
Enterprises
Pilot AI safely with a fixed-cost, on-prem deployment before scaling.
Solopreneurs
Ship an AI side-project without hiring a 4-person ML team.
Consultancies
Use as a delivery accelerator — bill clients for customisation, not core code.
Modern, scalable foundations
Compare our AI Chatbot offerings
Frequently asked questions
Q. How much does it cost to develop an AI chatbot?
A basic rule-based bot starts around $3,000. A production AI chatbot with LLM + RAG typically costs $15,000–$80,000 custom-built. Our ready-made AI Chatbot script delivers the same feature set from a one-time license fee — usually 80–90% cheaper.
Q. What are the ongoing LLM/API costs?
Expect $0.001–$0.05 per conversation depending on model choice and message length. Our platform's model router automatically picks the cheapest model that meets quality requirements.
Q. Is there a monthly fee?
No — our license is a one-time payment. The only recurring costs are your own LLM API usage and server hosting.
Q. What is included in the price?
100% source code, free installation on your server, free first-year updates, 6 months of priority support, and full documentation.
Q. Can I get a custom feature quote?
Yes. Share your requirements via the contact form and we'll send a fixed-price quote within 24 hours, often as an add-on to the base script.
Q. Do you offer payment plans?
Yes — split the license fee into 2–3 milestones for larger customisations. Contact sales for details.