The Canadian alternative to Slang.ai — that also takes your orders
Slang.ai is the big name in AI restaurant answering in the US: reservations, questions, 24/7. But it doesn't take orders, doesn't speak French, and costs $399 to $599 USD a month. Here's the comparison, with sourced numbers.
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Slang.ai vs Nova: the difference in one sentence
Let's be honest: Slang.ai is an excellent product, with the biggest brand in the category and very fast onboarding. If your restaurant is in the US, serves only English speakers and only needs reservations, it's a solid choice. This page exists for the rest of us: Canadian restaurants whose customers order by phone — in both languages.
Head to head
Slang.ai vs Nova, point by point
Data collected from slang.ai (Core and Premium plans) in July 2026. Approximate USD→CAD conversion.
| Slang.ai (Core / Premium) | Nova (Nelvox) | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $399–599 USD (≈ $550–825 CAD) | $199 CAD (400 min) |
| Reservations | Oui | Oui |
| Takes the complete order (items, extras) | — | Oui |
| Automatic SMS confirmation to the customer | Premium only | Oui |
| French | — | Native, automatic detection |
| Spanish | +$99 USD/mo or Premium | — |
| Real-time operational dashboard | Call summaries | Oui |
| Configuration done for you | Self-serve (fast) | Our team — live in 24h |
| Money-back guarantee | Not advertised | 14 days, all plans |
| Local support in Canada | — | Moncton, N.B. |
* Sources: slang.ai public pages, collected July 10, 2026. Competitor prices and features may change — flag any inaccuracy and we'll correct it.
When Slang.ai is still the right choice
If you're a US multi-location chain, your calls are mostly reservations and questions, and English covers your clientele — Slang.ai does that very well, with a reassuring brand and proven OpenTable/SevenRooms integrations. We'd rather tell you: a tool that matches your need beats a sales pitch.
But if your customers call to order, if they speak French and English, and if paying in US dollars bothers you — the next part is for you.
The alternative
What Nova does that Slang.ai doesn't
The order, not just a message
Nova takes the complete order — combos, extras, special instructions — confirms it to the customer by SMS and sends it to your dashboard in real time.
Actually bilingual
French and English detected from the first words, switching mid-conversation. Included in every plan — not a $99 USD add-on.
$199 CAD, all included
Roughly a third of Slang.ai's price once converted. $900 setup waived at launch, no commitment, 14-day guarantee after activation.
A team, not self-serve
We configure Nova on your menu and rules — you touch nothing. Live in 24 hours, and a human in Moncton on the line if needed.
What you're really buying
Not an answering machine: the complete loop
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Slang.ai vs Nova
Is Slang.ai available in French?
No. Slang.ai operates in English; Spanish is offered as a Premium feature or an add-on of about $99 USD/month. French appears nowhere on their site (verified July 2026). Nova is natively bilingual French-English with automatic language detection — included in every plan.
How much does Slang.ai cost for a Canadian restaurant?
The published plans are Core at $399 USD/month and Premium at $599 USD/month per location. At the exchange rate, that's roughly $550 to $825 CAD/month — before the Spanish add-on. Nova costs $199 CAD/month (400 minutes), 14-day money-back guarantee included.
Does Slang.ai take phone orders?
No. Slang.ai's own homepage covers reservations, frequently asked questions and information (promos, allergies). That's the main functional difference: Nova takes the complete order — items, extras, instructions — confirms it to the customer by SMS and shows it on your dashboard in real time.
Can I switch from Slang.ai to Nova easily?
Yes. There's nothing to migrate technically: our team configures Nova with your menu and rules (within 24 hours), you forward your line to your Nova number, and you cancel Slang. Call forwarding is reversible anytime.
Why is Nova cheaper than Slang.ai?
Slang.ai is a venture-backed American company, with the marketing costs that come with its brand. Nelvox is a Moncton company selling in Canadian dollars, with no middlemen. You pay for the product, not the brand.
Compare for real?
Hear Nova take a real order
Call our demo restaurant at 506-712-0056 and place an order. Then call any Slang.ai demo and try to do the same. Nova goes live in 24h — 14-day guarantee.
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