Looking for an alternative to Help Scout? Whether you need better pricing, different features, or a tool that fits your workflow, we've compared 4 recorded help desk options below. These prices are dated snapshots. Check current vendor offers before buying.
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| Alternative | Starting Price | Free Plan? | Key Differentiator |
|---|---|---|---|
| | $45/mo | Yes | Plans include a stated seat allowance |
| | Price unavailable | Not established | Ticketing and portal tools are listed |
| | Price unavailable | Not established | Messenger, inbox, ticketing, and help-center tools are li... |
| | Price unavailable | Not established | Several support channels are included in Suite descriptions |
Crisp uses plan fees with included seats, plus separate limits for profiles, features, and AI credits.
Freshdesk offers ticketing and portals, with reporting, routing, and governance features on higher tiers.
Intercom combines messaging, inboxes, and ticketing with separately priced AI and proactive-support options.
Zendesk Suite combines ticketing, messaging, help-center, and voice features. Higher tiers add routing, analytics, and administration.
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