Comparison

TawkBase vs Killick

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TawkBase

Features
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TawkBase is your AI-powered virtual receptionist that answers your business phone calls professionally, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. NEVER MISS ANOTHER CALL Your AI receptionist answers every call with a personalized greeting, using your business name and information. Whether you're in a meeting, on vacation, or just busy — TawkBase has you covered. KEY FEATURES AI Voice Receptionist • Natural-sounding AI answers calls in your business's voice • Customizable greeting and conversation style • Handles common questions about your business • Takes detailed messages from callers Message Management • View all messages in one place • Get instant notifications via email or SMS • Mark messages as read, archive, or follow up • Full call transcripts and recordings Appointment Booking • Integrates with Google Calendar • AI checks your availability in real-time • Books appointments directly on your calendar • Sends confirmation to customers Customer Recognition • Greets returning customers by name • Stores customer contact information • Builds relationships automatically Smart Call Forwarding • Forward urgent calls to your phone • Set up emergency contacts • Transfer calls to team members via company directory Business Hours & Holidays • Configure your working hours • Set holiday schedules • AI adjusts responses based on availability Call Analytics • Complete call history • Call duration and status tracking • Search and filter past calls PERFECT FOR • Small business owners • Service professionals (plumbers, electricians, contractors) • Medical and dental offices • Law firms and consultants • Real estate agents • Anyone who can't answer every call GET STARTED IN MINUTES 1. Sign up and tell us about your business 2. Get your dedicated business phone number 3. Start receiving professionally answered calls Your AI receptionist learns your business details and handles calls exactly how you would — but never takes a day off. Questions? Visit our support center in the app or contact us anytime. Terms of Use (EULA): https://tawkbase.ai/terms Privacy Policy: https://tawkbase.ai/privacy

About

Killick

Features
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Killick is the AI receptionist for local service businesses. It's a 24/7 answering service that catches every call — even the ones you miss on the job — and turns them into booked work, estimates, and paid invoices, all from your phone. Built for the trades and the crews who run on them: plumbers, electricians, and HVAC techs, plus lawn care, cleaning, junk removal, handyman, pressure washing, pest control, mobile detailing, painting, and more. If you run your business from the truck instead of a desk, Killick was built for the job. • AI call answering — a business line that answers 24/7 and captures the job while you're on the tools. • No more missed calls — every call becomes a lead with a summary and full transcript. • Estimates in two taps — text or email a link customers can accept. • Invoices with tap-to-pay — customers tap a secure link; money goes to your Stripe account. • Lead inbox — name, callback number, address, and scope, ready before you've wiped your hands. • Crew workspace — your whole team on their phones, no laptop required. • Push alerts when customers pay, reply, or a new lead comes in. Estimates and invoices are unlimited — you're never capped on how many jobs you run. 14-day free trial, no card to start. Plans: Solo $49/mo (350 AI min) Ā· Crew $99/mo (900 AI min). Terms of Use: https://api.killick.app/legal/terms Privacy Policy: https://api.killick.app/legal/privacy

Screenshots

TawkBase4 screens
Killick3 screens

Verdict

The call

TawkBase and Killick are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. TawkBase sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $129.99 per month and Killick sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
TawkBase versus Killick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTawkBaseKillick
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 2 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTawkBaseCOADY ANDREW CAREEN

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TawkBase

Subscriptions2
  • TawkBase Essentials$129.991 Month
  • TawkBase Professional$259.991 Month
8 purchases

Killick

Subscriptions8
  • Solo$49.991 Month
  • Solo$59.001 Month
  • Crew$99.001 Month
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  • Crew$129.001 Month
  • Solo Annual$490.001 Year
  • Solo Annual$590.001 Year
  • Crew Annual$990.001 Year
  • Crew Annual$999.991 Year

Questions

Is TawkBase free?
TawkBase is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Killick free?
Killick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TawkBase or Killick have ads?
Neither TawkBase nor Killick shows ads.

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