★★★★★
"Smart Starter was the perfect upgrade. More minutes means we stop missing enquiries during busy periods."
Smart Starter • Includes FREE Custom AI Flow
Smart Starter AI Phone
The perfect plan for growing businesses. More AI minutes, more divert minutes, and a FREE custom AI flow built specifically for your business needs.
£9.99/month
✅ 1 UK number (local or 0800)
✅ 15 AI mins / month
✅ 500 divert mins / month
🎁 FREE Custom AI Flow
What £9.99/month does for you
Morecalls answered without you
CustomAI flow for your business
500divert mins (mobile reach)
60ssetup time
30-day money-back guarantee • Cancel anytime • No setup fees • Email support
Trusted UK Provider
Used by trades, clinics, agencies & founders across the UK.
★★★★★4.9 / 5 average rating
👮♂️Ofcom‑compliant VoIP partner
🔒GDPR‑ready & UK‑based
Built for growing call volume
Ideal when you're getting more enquiries and you can't afford to miss them.
Stop missing the best customers
Smart Starter is the point where your phone starts working like a proper business line. Calls get answered professionally, details are captured, and urgent calls can reach you.
- AI answers instantly and takes the details
- More minutes to handle higher inbound volume
- More divert minutes to stay reachable on the go
- FREE custom AI flow tailored to your business
Perfect stepping stone before Pro
Start here if you want more than Essential without jumping to a full-scale plan. Upgrade later without changing your number.
- Keep the same number when you upgrade
- No contract, cancel anytime
- Clear usage + easy add-ons
AI minutes
15
Divert minutes
500
Monthly cost
£9.99
What you get on Smart Starter
More capacity, more flexibility, and your own custom AI flow — without losing the simplicity.
1 UK Phone Number INCLUDED
Local numbers or 0800. Keep your personal mobile private and look established instantly.
15 AI Minutes Monthly UPGRADE
Double the AI handling vs Essential—built for higher inbound calls.
FREE Custom AI Flow FREE
We build a tailored AI conversation flow specifically for your business — whether you're a plumber, salon, law firm, or anything else.
500 Divert Minutes BIGGER
Stay reachable on-site, on the road or with clients. Urgent calls can reach you.
Lead Capture + Confirmations
AI collects name, number and reason. Automatic SMS and email confirmations to you and your customers.
24/7 Answering
Capture after-hours enquiries so you wake up to leads, not missed calls.
See How Our AI Answers Your Calls
Real examples of how the AI handles messages, orders, bookings, and enquiries across different industries
Plumber Emergency Call
Trade Services
AI
"Hello, Dave's Plumbing Services. How can I help you today?"
Caller
"I've got a burst pipe and water's going everywhere!"
AI
"I understand this is urgent. First, please turn off your stopcock to stop the water. I'm marking this as an emergency. Can I get your address and phone number so Dave can call you back within 10 minutes?"
🚨 Emergency Priority
💡 Safety Advice
📱 Urgent Callback
Hair Salon Bookings
Beauty & Wellness
AI
"Good morning, Style Studio. Would you like to book an appointment?"
Caller
"Yes, I need a cut and colour for Saturday please."
AI
"Cut and colour on Saturday — let me check availability. We have 10am with Sarah or 2pm with Emma. Which would suit you better?"
Caller
"2pm with Emma please."
AI
"Perfect! That's booked for you. I'll send you an SMS confirmation now. Can I take your name and number?"
📅 Live Booking
👩🎨 Stylist Selection
📱 SMS Confirmation
Law Firm Enquiries
Professional Services
AI
"Good afternoon, Thompson & Associates Solicitors. How may I direct your call?"
Caller
"I need help with a property purchase. Is someone available?"
AI
"Certainly. Our conveyancing team handles property matters. I can arrange a free initial consultation for you. May I take some details? Your name, the property type, and preferred contact time?"
📋 Lead Qualification
📧 Email Summary
🗓️ Consultation Booking
Takeaway Order Taking
Food & Hospitality
AI
"Hello, Mario's Pizza. Are you ordering for collection or delivery?"
Caller
"Delivery please. Can I get a large pepperoni and garlic bread?"
AI
"Large pepperoni and garlic bread — got it. That's £18.50. What's your delivery address and postcode?"
Caller
"12 High Street, M1 4HJ."
AI
"Perfect, that's in our delivery zone. Your order will be with you in about 35 minutes. I'll send you an SMS with the order details and ETA."
🛒 Order Taking
📍 Delivery Check
⏱️ ETA Notification
Dental Practice Bookings
Healthcare
AI
"Good morning, Smile Dental Care. Are you an existing patient or would you like to register?"
Caller
"I'm an existing patient. I need a check-up appointment."
AI
"Of course. Can I take your name and date of birth to find your records?"
Caller
"John Smith, 10th June 1982."
AI
"Thank you John. I can see you're due for a check-up. We have next Tuesday at 9:30am or Thursday at 4pm available. Which works for you?"
👤 Patient Verification
📅 Appointment Booking
📧 Email Reminder
Estate Agent Enquiries
Property
AI
"Hello, HomeFind Properties. Are you looking to buy, sell, or rent?"
Caller
"I saw a 3-bed house on your website. Can I book a viewing?"
AI
"Of course! Do you have the property reference number, or can you tell me the street name?"
Caller
"It's on Oak Avenue, the one for £325,000."
AI
"Ah yes, that's a lovely property. I can book you in for a viewing this Saturday at 11am or Sunday at 2pm. Which suits you?"
🏡 Property Matching
📅 Viewing Booking
📱 SMS Details
47
Industry-Specific AI Flows Available
🎁 Your FREE Custom AI Flow Included
Smart Starter includes a FREE custom AI flow built specifically for your business. Whether you're a cleaning company, accountant, gym, or any other business type — we'll create a tailored conversation flow that handles your specific needs perfectly. No extra charge, included in your plan.
📲 Automatic SMS & Email Confirmations
The AI doesn't just take calls — it keeps everyone in the loop automatically
SMS Notifications
Both you and your customer receive instant SMS confirmations for bookings, orders, and enquiries. Never miss a lead again.
Email Confirmations
Professional email confirmations sent automatically to customers with booking details, order summaries, or next steps.
Marketing Integration
Use our SMS and email marketing tools to follow up with customers, send promotions, and grow your business.
🎬 LIVE DEMO
Business Landline UK
UK businesses get professional 01, 02, 03 numbers that ring their mobile
📞 Questions? Call 01625 926 068 or sign up free →
Need premium voices, deeper routing, or more numbers?
Smart Starter is great—Pro/Enterprise unlock advanced call flows, scaling features and more capacity.
- Upgrade any time, keep your number
- Better for teams + higher call volume
- Add more numbers and advanced routing
Start Smart Starter today
The best value plan for small businesses that are getting busier.
Smart Starter AI Phone
£9.99
per month • Cancel anytime • Email support
Includes FREE Custom AI Flow (built for growth)
- 1 UK phone number (local or 0800)
- 15 AI minutes per month
- 500 divert minutes per month
- FREE custom AI flow for your business
- Professional greeting + message capture
- SMS & email confirmations
- 47 industry AI flows available
- Instant setup (about 60 seconds)
- 30-day money-back guarantee
- Upgrade to Pro or Enterprise anytime
- No setup fees or contracts
What customers say
Real UK businesses using Smart Starter every day
★★★★★
"Divert minutes are a game-changer. I'm on the road all day and still reachable for urgent jobs."
★★★★★
"The custom AI flow they built for our clinic is perfect. It even checks if patients are registered before booking."
★★★★★
"It captures names and reasons so my callbacks feel organised. We sound much bigger now."
Smart Starter FAQ
Everything you need to know before you switch your business phone on
Smart Starter includes 1 UK business number (local or 0800), 15 AI receptionist minutes, 500 call divert minutes, a FREE custom AI flow built for your business, SMS and email confirmations, professional greeting, lead/message capture, and email support.
We build a tailored AI conversation flow specifically for your business. Whether you're a plumber, salon, law firm, restaurant, or any other business type — we'll create a flow that handles your specific needs, from bookings to orders to enquiries. It's included free with Smart Starter at no extra charge.
Team-Connect offers 47 different industry-specific AI flows covering trades (electricians, plumbers, builders), healthcare, hospitality, retail, professional services, and more. Plus, Smart Starter includes a FREE custom flow if you need something even more specific.
Yes! The AI automatically sends SMS and email confirmations to both you and your customers for bookings, orders, and enquiries. You can also use our SMS marketing and email marketing tools to follow up with promotions.
If your call volume is growing, yes. Smart Starter is designed for more inbound calls with double the AI minutes (100 vs 50), significantly more divert minutes (500 vs 250), and includes a FREE custom AI flow for your business. It's the "step-up" plan when you're missing enquiries or getting busier.
We notify you before you run out. You can purchase add-on packs at any time, or upgrade to Pro/Enterprise for more capacity. Overage rates are £0.07/min for AI and £0.02/min for divert.
Yes. Many businesses keep their mobile for outgoing calls, while Smart Starter becomes the public business number. Calls can be answered by AI first, then diverted to your mobile when needed.