FreeScout AlternativesHelp Desk Platforms and other similar apps like FreeScout

FreeScout is described as 'Free open-source Zendesk & Help Scout alternative: help desk, shared mailbox, email management and analytics. FreeScout is a pure PHP8+MySQL application which can be easily deployed even on a shared hosting' and is a Help Desk platform in the business & commerce category. There are more than 100 alternatives to FreeScout for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, SaaS, Android, iPhone and iPad apps. The best FreeScout alternative is Deskhero. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Libredesk or HubSpot. Other great apps like FreeScout are Freshdesk, Zendesk, osTicket and Dolibarr.

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  1. Brevo icon
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    Unified platform offering email, SMS, automation, transactional messages, integrations with CMS, e-commerce, social and chat tools, robust API, competitive email-based pricing, free and scalable plans, and multi-channel audience engagement management.

    327 Brevo alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  2. Deskhero icon
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    Deskhero is an AI email support platform that connects to Gmail or Outlook and suggests contextual replies using customer history, knowledge base content, and Shopify data.

    85 Deskhero alternatives

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  3. Libredesk icon
     10 likes

    Self-hosted support platform offering multi-inbox management, smart automation, AI-assisted responses, granular permissions, macros, BI tools integration, SLAs, and command bar functionality.

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
     
  4. HubSpot icon
     107 likes

    HubSpot centralizes tools for marketing automation, sales, service, and operations. Features include free CRM, AI content, and a drag-and-drop site builder, offering a comprehensive business solution that unifies customer data across teams and integrates with external apps.

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    • Freemium
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  5. Freshdesk icon
     124 likes

    Offers automated ticket management, multichannel communication, SLA tracking, analytics, customizable workflows, self-service, collaboration tools, AI-driven automation with live translation, knowledge base, proactive insights, secure access, and customer feedback features.

    101 Freshdesk alternatives

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  6. Zendesk icon
     67 likes

    Web-based software offering customer support features like a ticket system and self-service platform. It provides support through email, voice, messaging, and social media with AI assistance for 24/7 availability. Includes analytics, intelligent routing, and customization.

    278 Zendesk alternatives

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  7. osTicket icon
     70 likes

    Lightweight, open-source support solution with built-in customer portal and rich admin dashboard for easy ticket management.

    122 osTicket alternatives

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    • Windows
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    • MySQL Community Edition
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    • Cloudron
     
  8. Dolibarr icon
     49 likes

    Dolibarr ERP & CRM is a modern and easy to use open-source web software package to manage your business (customers, invoices, orders, products, stocks, agenda, e-mailings, shipments...).

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  9. Front icon
     25 likes

    Front is an email management software that facilitates team collaboration by integrating with existing tools. It assigns messages to team members, allows internal comments, sets reminders for responses, offers templates for common questions, and has a collision detection feature...

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    • Paid
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  10. Zendesk Chat icon
     37 likes

    Zendesk Chat (formerly Zopim) is the fastest way to engage your customers with live chat software. Try it free on Zendesk and put all your customer conversations in one place.

    224 Zendesk Chat alternatives

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    • Freemium
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  11. Zammad icon
     36 likes

    Zammad is a web based open source helpdesk/customer support system with many features to manage customer communication via several channels like telephone, Facebook, Twitter, chat and e-mails.

    46 Zammad alternatives

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    • Free
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  12. LiveAgent icon
     56 likes

    Leverage a unified platform for managing calls, emails, live chat, and social media. Enhance issue resolution by 56% with call center tools, save resources with a ticketing system, and boost earnings by 48% using a fast chat widget. Create knowledge bases easily.

    241 LiveAgent alternatives

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  13. tawk.to icon
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    tawk.to is a live chat app that lets you monitor and chat with visitors on your website or from a customizable page.

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