OkayRelax

OkayRelax is the most affordable option on this list that uses real human assistants. Their credit-based model starts at $100 per month for 25 credits (roughly 12.5 hours of work) and goes up to $400 for 100 credits.

The credit system is flexible: a 30-minute task uses one credit, a 2.5-hour task uses five. You submit requests through their app or email, and an assistant handles them. Unlike Fancy Hands, OkayRelax assigns you a primary assistant so there is some continuity between tasks.

The service handles everyday tasks well: travel research, appointment scheduling, gift shopping, data entry, email drafting, and event planning. It is not built for complex executive-level work or anything that requires deep business context.

OkayRelax is best for solopreneurs and small business owners who need affordable, occasional help with clearly defined tasks. At $100 per month, the barrier to entry is lower than almost any other managed service. The tradeoff is that you get task execution, not strategic partnership.