Customer Support

Help Scout

Human-first customer support software for SMBs and startups

Help Scout scores 4.4/5 in our review, with plans starting at $20/mo. It is best suited for Startupss and Solopreneurss and Agenciess who need shared inbox and docs knowledge base. A standout strength: feels like email familiar ux.

4.4/ 5
Starting at $20/mo

Pricing

Starter

$20

per user/mo

Pro

$40

per user/mo

Enterprise

Custom

Contact sales

Key Features

Shared inboxDocs knowledge baseLive chat BeaconCustomer data sidebarWorkflows automation

Best For

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • +Feels like email familiar UX
  • +Good per-seat value
  • +Strong customer focus

Cons

  • -Less AI-powered than Intercom
  • -Limited reporting

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Help Scout free?

No, Help Scout does not have a free tier. Plans start at $20/mo.

What are Help Scout's key features?

Help Scout's key features include Shared inbox, Docs knowledge base, Live chat Beacon, Customer data sidebar, and 1 more.

What are the best alternatives to Help Scout?

The top alternatives to Help Scout are Intercom, Crisp, Zendesk.

Who is Help Scout best for?

Help Scout is best suited for Startupss, Solopreneurss, Agenciess.

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