Comparison

A SaleBot alternative without flowcharts

SaleBot is a flowchart builder with an AI assistant, where flow blocks take priority over the AI. ReplyBuddy is an AI agent that runs the conversation itself: it answers from the knowledge base, collects required fields and hands the conversation to a manager with a summary. Below is a point-by-point comparison, including where SaleBot is stronger.

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SaleBot data comes from the official website and docs, checked on September 29, 2026

ReplyBuddy fits if

You don't want to build and maintain a flowchart
Manager handoff should work out of the box, with a conversation summary
You want to run answers through test cases before launch

SaleBot fits if

You need many channels, including WhatsApp, TikTok and a website widget
You need complex flows with conditions, variables and a calculator
You work with GetCourse, Bizon or Prodamus

ReplyBuddy and SaleBot, point by point

Criterion	ReplyBuddy	SaleBot
Approach	The AI agent runs the conversation itself: stages and required fields instead of a flowchart	Flowchart builder with an AI assistant; flow blocks take priority over the AI
AI pricing	Included in the plan, no API key of your own needed	Included in the plan; you can plug in your own model with your own key
Knowledge base	Articles, Q&A and files; the base is searched before every reply	Instructions and uploaded files
Data collection	Stages, required fields and follow-ups when a customer goes quiet	Qualification and saving data to client fields
Handoff to a manager	The manager joins the same conversation and gets a summary and the handoff reason	Set up with commands in the flow (start_block_from_ai, assign_to_user)
Testing before launch	Sandbox: good answers are saved as test cases and re-run before launch	A test window; no saved test cases found in the docs
Channels	Telegram, Instagram, MAX, Avito	MAX, Telegram, VK, WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, website widget, Avito, Youla, Cian
CRM and integrations	Built-in contacts, tags and fields; your own systems via the Custom API skill. No ready-made amoCRM or Bitrix24 connectors	Built-in CRM and multichat; direct amoCRM and Bitrix24 integrations are no longer available; GetCourse on the Infobiz plan
Price	Free start, paid plans from $9 per month	Free plan (50 messages a day), Business 2,999 ₽ and Infobiz 3,999 ₽ per month, 3 days of full access

How to try it without migrating

Create a new Telegram bot in BotFather. Your current bot, flows and broadcasts keep working as before.
Describe your business to the wizard and add materials: it builds the knowledge base and a scenario with required fields.
Run tough questions in the sandbox and point one campaign at the new bot. Compare the results on real leads.

FAQ

Can I use ReplyBuddy together with SaleBot?

Yes, on different bots. A Telegram bot works with only one service, so create a new bot for ReplyBuddy and point part of your traffic at it.

Do I need my own OpenAI key?

No. In ReplyBuddy the model is included in the plan. In SaleBot the AI assistant is included too, and your own model is an extra option.

Does ReplyBuddy support WhatsApp?

Not yet, WhatsApp is planned. Telegram, Instagram, MAX and Avito are available now.

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Sources

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