How Go Hire Virtual Compares With Other Virtual Assistant Companies and Answering Services
Choosing a virtual assistant provider is a big decision. We reviewed the public websites of well-known VA companies and answering services and put together honest, side-by-side comparisons, including where another provider might be the better fit. Use these virtual assistant company comparisons to find the right match for your business.
Book a Free 15-Min Task AuditSee All ComparisonsWhat Makes Go Hire Virtual Different?
Go Hire Virtual combines published, budget-friendly hourly rates ($12/hr General, $14/hr Professional) with the flexibility to start part-time, U.S. account management from South Salt Lake, Utah, and assistants trained to run the front office of trade and service businesses: answering calls, booking and dispatching jobs, following up on estimates and handling invoicing.
- Price transparency: many providers quote only after a consultation; our rates are published.
- Flexibility: some providers require full-time commitments, fixed daily blocks or placement fees; we do not.
- Specialization: our playbooks are built for HVAC, plumbing, roofing, electrical, restoration, healthcare and more.
- Honesty: each comparison notes where another provider may be a better fit.
Virtual Assistant Company Comparisons
Go Hire Virtual vs. BELAY
U.S.-based executive and financial assistants; pricing by consultation.
Go Hire Virtual vs. Time Etc
U.S. assistants in monthly hour packages, $36–$39/hr.
Go Hire Virtual vs. Wishup
Monthly plans in 4- or 8-hour daily blocks, from $1,299/month.
Go Hire Virtual vs. MyOutDesk
Full-time outsourcing model, from $1,988/month.
Go Hire Virtual vs. HireSmart Virtual Employees
$2,995–$3,495 placement fee plus wages from $9.50/hr.
Go Hire Virtual vs. Ten80Ten
Global VAs plus automation; full-time from $10,000/year.
Go Hire Virtual vs. Milrich Virtual Professionals
U.S.-based fractional admin, marketing, HR and accounting.
Go Hire Virtual vs. DreamHire PH
Philippines-based VA matching and BPO partnerships.
Go Hire Virtual vs. Ruby
24/7 virtual receptionists, plans by minutes.
Go Hire Virtual vs. Smith.ai
24/7 call answering priced per call, from $300/month for 30 calls.
Go Hire Virtual vs. Reliance BPO Services
Our sister company: how the two fit together.
Alternatives Guides and Head-to-Head Reviews
Researching a specific provider? These guides compare the most common options side by side.
BELAY Alternatives
Five virtual assistant options for small and service businesses.
Smith.ai Alternatives
Answering services vs. dedicated virtual assistants.
MyOutDesk Alternatives
Five remote staffing options compared.
Smith.ai vs. Ruby
Two answering services compared, plus a third option.
Time Etc vs. BELAY
U.S.-based assistants compared, plus a lower-cost option.
Wishup vs. MyOutDesk
Full-time remote assistants compared, plus a flexible option.
Published Pricing at a Glance
Based on each provider's public website as reviewed in October 2026. Prices change, so confirm current terms with each provider. For a benchmark on in-house costs, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a 2025 median receptionist wage of $18.27 per hour before taxes and benefits.
| Provider | Pricing model | Published starting point |
|---|---|---|
| Go Hire Virtual | Hourly, all-in | $12/hr General, $14/hr Professional |
| Time Etc | Monthly hour packages | $390/month for 10 hours |
| Wishup | Monthly plans by daily hours | $1,299/month (Prime, 4 hrs/day) |
| MyOutDesk | Monthly, full-time model | $1,988/month |
| HireSmart Virtual Employees | One-time placement fee + wages | $2,995 fee + wages from $9.50/hr |
| Ten80Ten | Annual engagement, scoped | $10,000/year (full-time) |
| Smith.ai | Per call | $300/month for 30 calls |
| BELAY, Ruby, Milrich, DreamHire PH | Quoted by the provider | Not listed as set rates on their main sites |
How to Compare Virtual Assistant Providers
1. Total cost
Add placement or setup fees, monthly minimums and overages, not just the hourly rate.
2. Flexibility
Can you start part-time, cover specific shifts, and scale with the seasons?
3. Fit for your work
Does the provider know your industry and your software?
4. Choice
Do you interview candidates, or is someone assigned to you?
5. Support after the hire
Who do you call when tasks or hours need to change?
6. Data protection
For healthcare, insist on a Business Associate Agreement. See our HIPAA guide.
For a full checklist, read 10 questions to ask before hiring a virtual assistant company and how much a virtual assistant costs.
Using These Virtual Assistant Company Comparisons
Every business is different, so treat these virtual assistant company comparisons as a starting point. Write down the tasks you want to hand off, the hours you need covered and your monthly budget, then compare total cost, flexibility and support after the hire. If your business runs on phones, schedules and estimates, book a free task audit with Go Hire Virtual and we will show you exactly what a VA would handle.
Comparison FAQs
Which virtual assistant company is best for contractors?
For HVAC, plumbing, roofing, electrical and other service businesses that need daily call answering, dispatch and estimate follow-up, Go Hire Virtual is built specifically for that work, with published rates from $12/hr and no long-term contract.
Which virtual assistant companies publish their prices?
Based on our October 2026 review, Go Hire Virtual, Time Etc, Wishup, MyOutDesk, HireSmart Virtual Employees, Ten80Ten and Smith.ai list pricing on their websites. BELAY, Ruby, Milrich Virtual Professionals and DreamHire PH did not list set rates on their main sites.
Is a virtual assistant better than an answering service?
For most service businesses, yes. An answering service takes calls; a virtual assistant also books jobs, dispatches, follows up on estimates and handles admin. Many businesses pair a daytime VA with an after-hours answering service.
How much does Go Hire Virtual cost?
$12/hr for General VAs and $14/hr for Professional VAs, with no recruiting or placement fees and no long-term contracts.
Can I start with a part-time virtual assistant?
Yes. Go Hire Virtual lets you start with 10 or 20 hours a week or cover only your busiest shifts.
Go Hire Virtual is not affiliated with the companies compared on these pages, except Reliance BPO Services Inc., our sister company. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Competitor information comes from publicly available sources and was accurate to the best of our knowledge when reviewed in October 2026.
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