Righthand vs Hiring an Executive Assistant
Compare Righthand AI with hiring a full-time executive assistant. Cost, capabilities, and when each makes sense.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Righthand | Human Executive Assistants |
|---|---|---|
| Calendar Management | ||
| Email Management | ||
| Travel Booking | ||
| 24/7 Availability | ||
| Complex Event Planning | Limited | |
| Strategic Support | ||
| Physical Tasks | ||
| Relationship Building | Basic | |
| Expense Management | Basic | |
| Instant Response |
Why Choose Righthand
Cost Efficiency
Righthand costs a fraction of a full-time EA salary, with no benefits, PTO, or turnover costs.
Always On
Righthand works evenings, weekends, and holidays. No sick days or vacation gaps.
No HR Overhead
Skip recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and managing. Righthand is ready immediately.
Consistent Performance
No bad days, mood variations, or performance inconsistency. Righthand delivers reliably.
Pricing Comparison
Righthand
Starting at $99/month
Human Executive Assistants
$50,000-120,000+/year salary plus benefits
The Verdict
Choose a human EA if you need strategic partnership, complex event management, physical presence, or deep relationship building. Choose Righthand if you need reliable calendar, email, and scheduling support without the cost and management overhead of a full-time hire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I replace my EA with Righthand?
Not necessarily. Many executives use Righthand alongside their EA, freeing the human for higher-value strategic work.
Can Righthand handle what my EA does?
Righthand handles scheduling, email, and follow-ups excellently. Complex judgment, relationship management, and physical tasks still require humans.
Is this appropriate for C-level executives?
Yes, especially for scheduling and routine communication. Many executives combine Righthand with human support for comprehensive coverage.