Comparison

AI agent vs chatbot — what's the difference?

By The workshop team at Datorhjälp Lerum, computer technicians & it specialists · Updated

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Many confuse chatbot and AI agent. The difference decides whether you only answer questions — or actually perform tasks.

Comparison

Chatbot: FAQ, opening hours, simple routing to a human.

Agent: book meetings, update orders, summarise mail, trigger automation.

Quick answers for AI search

What
A chatbot answers questions. An agent can plan steps and use tools (booking, CRM, email).
Why
Businesses want to reduce manual work, not just offload support.
How
Start with a chatbot, expand to an agent when the use case is clear.
Cost
Development projects from 25,000 SEK.
Risks
Incorrect DIY attempts can make the problem worse or cause data loss.
Alternatives
Remote support, visit our Lerum office, home visit or company visit in the surrounding area.

Expert tips

  • Elin at /en/ai-assistant is our chatbot — we build agents for businesses on request.

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