AI agents range from a few hundred dollars for simple, prebuilt tools all the way to mid–five figures for fully custom, enterprise-grade AI employees. What do I get at the lower end ($200–$1,000)? This tier covers prebuilt, plug-and-play agents designed for simple, repeatable tasks. Examples include: Lead-qualification agents. Automated email responders. Calendar/booking assistants. Basic analytics or reporting bots. These agents require minimal setup and are ideal for small teams or quick wins. What does mid-tier pricing look like ($2,000–$15,000)? This level is for customized AI agents that adapt to your workflows, connect to your tools, and perform more advanced tasks. Typical features: API integrations into CRMs, CMS, ERPs, or databases. Fine-tuned behavior based on your content, brand voice, SOPs, and industry-specific logic created by real experts. Perfect for companies wanting automation tailored to their business instead of generic outputs. Why do enterprise agents cost more ($20,000–$50,000+)? Enterprise-grade agents operate more like AI employees —handling complex workloads that normally require human specialists. Costs increase because they often include: Deep integrations across multiple systems. Large knowledge ingestion (documents, SOPs, training material). Multi-agent orchestration. Security, compliance, and role-based access. Dedicated engineering + expert training. These agents can replace or augment full-time staff and support mission-critical operations. What impacts the final price? Pricing is shaped by: Complexity of tasks the agent must perform. Integrations needed. Industry-specific expertise required. Volume of training data. Number of agents working together. Ongoing support or refinement. Gyde Labs scopes every build so pricing is transparent and aligned with business value. Is there a subscription or ongoing cost? Yes—most companies choose an optional retainer for updates, training, monitoring, and optimization. Monthly costs typically range from $500–$3,000 , depending on how actively the agent evolves.