Can I start small?
Yes. Start with the smallest workflow that saves time or proves demand.
Pricing guide
How Much Does a Custom Telegram Bot Cost?
A mini Telegram bot can start from $49. Starter bots usually range from $89-$169, while bots with payments, admin panels, databases, CRM integrations or AI replies usually start from $199-$499+ depending on complexity.
Short answer
Budget depends on the workflow. A FAQ bot with buttons is cheap. A bot with payments, roles, CRM, dashboards, admin logs and AI needs more planning, testing and integrations.
| Type | Starting price | Typical scope |
|---|---|---|
| Mini bot | $49+ | Compact FAQ, buttons or one small scripted flow |
| Starter bot | $89-$169 | FAQ, buttons, forms, notifications, one channel |
| Business bot | $199-$449 | Database, admin panel, Google Sheets or CRM, roles, payments |
| AI automation system | $499+ | AI replies, knowledge base, APIs, dashboards and multi-step logic |
| Monthly support | $29-$99/mo | Hosting, monitoring, fixes, small improvements and updates |
What changes the cost?
- Payment integrations
- Admin dashboard
- Database and user roles
- CRM or Google Sheets sync
- AI replies
- Group moderation
- Subscription logic
- Testing and launch support
Is hosting included?
Hosting can be included in monthly support or handled separately depending on the scope.
Can the bot connect to payments?
Yes. Payment and subscription logic is common for paid access bots.
Can it use AI?
Yes. AI replies and knowledge base answers usually move the project into a higher tier.