Clawly Costs Half as Much as OpenClaw (and 9 Other Reasons SMBs Love It)

Small businesses don't need another AI that tells them what to do. They need one that actually does it.

OpenClaw is great at generating ideas and drafting content, but you still end up copying, pasting, and clicking through a dozen tabs to finish the job. Clawly takes a different approach—it connects directly to your tools and executes tasks from a single chat interface. Here's why SMBs are making the switch, starting with the price tag.

What is OpenClaw and why do small businesses use it

OpenClaw is an AI platform that generates text, answers questions, and helps with research through conversational prompts. Small businesses often use it to draft emails, brainstorm ideas, or get quick answers without hiring specialized help.

The limitation? OpenClaw works as a thinking partner, not an execution engine. It can write you a follow-up email, but you still copy it into Gmail and hit send yourself. It can suggest invoice language, but you still open Stripe and create the invoice manually. For small teams already juggling too many tabs, that extra step matters more than it sounds.

What most SMBs actually want is an AI that completes the task, not just describes how to do it. That distinction shapes everything that follows.

Reason 1: Clawly costs half as much as OpenClaw

OpenClaw pricing adds up fast

OpenClaw charges based on usage. The more prompts you run, the more you pay. Light usage feels affordable at first, but once you're relying on it daily for research, drafting, and iteration, your monthly bill becomes unpredictable.

For a small business watching cash flow, that variability makes planning difficult. You might hesitate to delegate a task because you're unsure what it'll cost.

Clawly starts free with Pro at $29 per month

Clawly uses flat pricing instead. A free tier gets you started, and Pro runs $29/month for growing businesses. No mental math about whether you can afford one more task. No surprises when the bill arrives.

How both compare to hiring a virtual assistant

Option	Monthly Cost	Setup Time	Availability
Human VA	$1,500–$3,000	Weeks (hiring + training)	Limited hours
OpenClaw	Variable	Moderate	Requires prompting
Clawly	$0–$29	Under a minute	24/7, all time zones

When you add up the hidden costs of hiring—interviews, onboarding, management time—the comparison becomes even more lopsided.

Reason 2: You get started in under a minute

Sign up with Google

One click with your existing Google account. No forms to fill out, no verification emails to track down.

Connect Telegram

Telegram serves as your chat interface. If you've ever messaged a friend, you already know how to use it. It's mobile-friendly and accessible anywhere.

Start delegating tasks immediately

There's no training period or configuration wizard. You message Clawly the way you'd message an assistant, and work begins right away. By the time you finish reading this section, you could have your first task running.

Reason 3: Clawly connects to 60+ business tools natively

OpenClaw typically requires third-party connectors like Zapier to interact with your business tools. Clawly connects directly, out of the box.

CRM and sales integrations

• HubSpot: Sync contacts, update deals, and log activities without switching apps
• Pipedrive: Manage pipeline stages and trigger follow-ups from chat

Project management and productivity apps

• Notion: Update databases and docs through conversation
• Asana, ClickUp, Linear: Create tasks and track progress with a message
• Trello: Move cards and update boards without opening the app

Finance, invoicing, and payment platforms

• Stripe: Create invoices, send them, and track payment status
• QuickBooks: Log expenses and sync transactions automatically

Scheduling and communication tools

• Calendly, Cal.com: Coordinate meetings without back-and-forth emails
• Gmail: Read, draft, and send emails directly from chat

Reason 4: Clawly takes action instead of just answering questions

Here's the core difference. Ask OpenClaw to follow up with a client, and you get a nicely drafted email. You then copy it, paste it into Gmail, and send it yourself.

Ask Clawly the same thing, and the email goes out. The invoice gets created. The CRM gets updated. The gap between "here's what you could do" and "done" is where small businesses lose hours every week.

OpenClaw is a capable advisor. Clawly is an employee who actually does the work.

Reason 5: Clawly works proactively without constant prompting

Most AI tools are reactive. You prompt, they respond, you prompt again. The cycle repeats endlessly.

Clawly learns your patterns over time. Once it understands your rhythm, it handles recurring workflows without being asked. Weekly reports go out. Follow-up reminders get sent. Client check-ins happen on schedule.

Think of it less like a chatbot and more like an employee who's been with you long enough to anticipate what comes next. You focus on exceptions; Clawly handles the routine.

Reason 6: Clawly runs 24/7 across every time zone

Your business doesn't pause at 5pm, and neither does Clawly. Tasks get handled overnight, on weekends, and across global time zones while you sleep.

• No waiting for business hours: Requests process immediately, regardless of when you send them
• No capacity limits: Clawly handles as many tasks as you throw at it
• No timezone friction: Clients in different regions get responses on their schedule, not yours

For SMBs serving customers across multiple regions, or founders who simply want their mornings back, that always-on availability changes the math entirely.

Reason 7: Clawly automates your core business operations

This is where Clawly earns its keep: the operational tasks that create drag across your week.

Invoice creation and payment reminders

Clawly drafts invoices based on your templates, sends them to clients, and follows up on late payments automatically. You stay focused on the work itself; Clawly handles getting paid for it.

Calendar coordination and meeting scheduling

Back-and-forth scheduling emails are a time sink. Clawly checks availability, sends confirmations, and avoids conflicts. All from chat.

CRM updates and lead follow-ups

Your pipeline stays current without manual data entry. Clawly logs calls, updates deal stages, and sends lead replies so nothing slips through the cracks.

Inbox triage and email replies

Clawly sorts your inbox by priority, drafts responses for routine messages, and flags what actually requires your attention. Less noise, more signal.

Report generation and data entry

Clawly pulls data from connected tools, formats reports, and syncs records across platforms. What used to take an hour now takes a message.

Reason 8: One chat interface replaces endless tab switching

The average knowledge worker switches between apps constantly throughout the day. Each switch costs focus, time, and mental energy.

Clawly consolidates actions into one Telegram conversation. Instead of opening Gmail, then Stripe, then HubSpot, then Calendly, you message Clawly and trigger tasks from a single interface.

Your tools still run in the background. You just don't have to live inside them anymore.

Reason 9: Your data stays encrypted and belongs to you

Trust matters when you're handing over access to client information, financial data, and business communications.

Clawly uses encryption to protect your data in transit and at rest. Your information isn't sold or used to train models. Ownership stays with you.

For SMBs handling sensitive client details, that commitment to privacy isn't a nice-to-have. It's foundational.

Reason 10: Clawly learns your workflows and scales as you grow

Your business today won't look like your business in six months. Clawly adapts alongside you.

It picks up your communication style, remembers your preferences, and evolves with your operations. When you add a new tool or change your process, there's no retraining required. Clawly adjusts automatically.

That flexibility matters because growth creates complexity. An AI assistant that can't keep pace becomes another bottleneck. Clawly is designed to scale with you, not hold you back.

Why small businesses are switching from OpenClaw to Clawly

The pattern is straightforward. SMBs want an AI that executes, not just advises. They want predictable costs, instant setup, and real integration with the tools they already use.

Clawly delivers on all of it:

• Lower cost: Free tier plus $29/month Pro, versus unpredictable usage-based billing
• Faster setup: Under a minute from signup to first task
• Real action: Tasks get completed, not just described
• Proactive support: Recurring workflows happen without constant prompting
• Growth-ready flexibility: Adapts as your business evolves

Try Clawly free—no credit card required. You'll be delegating tasks in under a minute.

FAQs about Clawly vs OpenClaw for small businesses

Can I use Clawly alongside OpenClaw for different tasks?

Yes. Some businesses use OpenClaw for research or content generation while Clawly handles operational tasks like invoicing, scheduling, and CRM updates. The two complement each other well depending on what you're trying to accomplish.

Does Clawly require any coding or technical setup to get started?

No coding required. You sign up with Google, connect Telegram, and start delegating immediately. The entire process takes under a minute.

What happens if Clawly makes a mistake on a task?

Clawly confirms sensitive actions before executing and learns from corrections. Mistakes decrease over time as it adapts to your preferences and workflows.

Can I migrate my existing workflows from OpenClaw to Clawly?

You can recreate most workflows by messaging Clawly what you want done. It connects to your existing tools and learns your patterns quickly. No formal migration process required.

Is there a limit to how many tasks Clawly can handle per month?

Clawly has no capacity limits. It works around the clock and scales with your business without throttling or usage caps.