Sabbaq is a WhatsApp AI lead desk for Dubai portal leads. Shabda is an AI voice agent that phones every new enquiry, qualifies the buyer and books the site visit. The main question is whether your buyers respond better to a message or a call.
Shabda vs Sabbaq
At a glance
| Shabda | Sabbaq | |
|---|---|---|
| Main channel | AI voice calls | WhatsApp text (understands voice notes) |
| Phone calls | Yes, calls back each new lead | No |
| Speed | Callback within 60 seconds, inside calling hours | WhatsApp reply in about 1–2 seconds |
| Languages | The buyer's own language | Arabic and English |
| Markets | UAE and India | Dubai / UAE |
| Site-visit booking | Yes | Offers slots; an agent confirms |
| AI ad optimisation | Yes, uses real call outcomes to improve your ad spend | No |
| Pricing | Less than AED 0.50 per minute (UAE) and less than ₹6 per minute (India) | From $199 per month |
| Trial / demo | Free 30-minute scoping call | 7-day free trial (card required) |
Competitor facts checked 29 October 2026 from their public website: https://getsabbaq.com/en
Where Sabbaq is strong
Sabbaq replies on WhatsApp within seconds, around the clock, on your existing number, and offers a "median under 5 minutes, or your month back" guarantee. For teams whose buyers live on WhatsApp, it's a simple setup.
Where Shabda is different
- AI ad optimisation. Shabda feeds real call outcomes, such as who qualified and who booked a visit, back into your Meta and Google ads so your budget goes to the campaigns that produce buyers.
- A real conversation on the phone. Shabda calls the buyer, so it can qualify budget, area and timeline in one call instead of a long chat thread.
- Books the visit. Shabda books the site visit itself and hands your agent a transcript.
- India too. Shabda works for UAE and India teams.
FAQ
Does Sabbaq make phone calls?
No. Its website describes WhatsApp replies only; it can understand WhatsApp voice notes.
Can I use Shabda alongside WhatsApp?
Yes. Shabda calls the lead back; your team can keep WhatsApp for follow-ups.
How is Shabda priced?
Less than AED 0.50 per minute of calling (UAE) and less than ₹6 per minute (India). Book a free 30-minute call to scope your setup.
See Shabda pricing for India and the UAE.
- Source: https://getsabbaq.com/en (checked 29 Oct 2026)