Find the right virtual assistant service for your industry

We compare VA agencies, staffing firms and assistant services industry by industry: prices, trials, replacement policies and contract terms side by side, all scored with one published rubric.

40 services scored across 10 industries · Updated October 2026

Rankings by industry

Real estate

For real estate agents, teams and brokerages.

5 services compared · top score 8.1/10

E-commerce

For shopify, Amazon and multi-channel store owners who want a dedicated remote assistant for listings, orders and customer service.

4 services compared · top score 8.1/10

Marketing & social

For small businesses, founders and marketing teams who need a dedicated remote assistant for social media, content, email or ad campaign support.

5 services compared · top score 8.1/10

Sales & appointment setting

For b2B companies, founders and sales leaders who want more booked meetings without hiring in-house SDRs.

5 services compared · top score 7.7/10

GoHighLevel

For marketing agencies, SaaS resellers and business owners who run their CRM, funnels and automations in GoHighLevel.

5 services compared · top score 8.1/10

Customer support

For sMBs, SaaS startups and e-commerce brands that need reliable chat, email or phone support without hiring in-house.

5 services compared · top score 7.7/10

Home services

For owners and office managers of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing, cleaning and other home-service businesses.

5 services compared · top score 8.1/10

Medical & dental

For medical, dental and therapy practices that need help with scheduling, patient intake, insurance verification and billing support.

5 services compared · top score 7.9/10

Law firms

For solo attorneys and small to mid-sized law firms that need help with client intake, scheduling and legal admin.

5 services compared · top score 8.2/10

Coaches & consultants

For coaches, consultants and course creators.

5 services compared · top score 7.8/10

How we score

Vetting & talent quality

How candidates are screened (skills tests, interviews, background checks) and what share of applicants get through.

Weight: 25%

Pricing transparency

Are hourly or monthly rates published? Are setup, placement or hidden fees disclosed up front?

Weight: 20%

Replacement & guarantees

Free replacement if the hire doesn't work out, how fast, and under what conditions.

Weight: 15%

Contract flexibility

Minimum hours, notice period, lock-in terms, and whether you can scale up or down.

Weight: 15%

Industry experience

Proven placements and trained talent in the specific industry or task.

Weight: 15%

Support & management

Account management, onboarding help, performance check-ins and time-zone coverage.

Weight: 10%

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