Kayako AlternativesHelp Desk Platforms & CRM Systems like Kayako

Apps similar to Kayako include Deskhero. It's paid, but Libredesk and osTicket are free. Other options are FreeScout, Freshdesk, i-net HelpDesk and Zendesk. There's no shortage of Help Desk Platforms like Kayako, with more than 100 alternatives for the web, Android, Windows, iPhone and self-hosting.

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  1. 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.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  2. 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
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  3. FreeScout icon
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    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.

    155 FreeScout alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • Self-Hosted
    • MariaDB
    • Laravel
    • PHP
    • Cloudron
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  4. Freshdesk icon
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    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.

    138 Freshdesk alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Workspace
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  5. osTicket icon
     70 likes

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

    140 osTicket alternatives

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • MySQL Community Edition
    • Self-Hosted
    • PHP
    • Cloudron
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  6. Manage support tickets, knowledge, and assets in a browser. Kanban, configurable processes, messenger channels, and reporting support customer and internal service.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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  7. 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.

    316 Zendesk alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  8. Tidio  icon
     37 likes

    Platform offering live chat and AI chatbot services for ecommerce; manages customer inquiries, supports multiple languages, provides analytics, and scales operations affordably with automated Flows handling tasks like lead conversion and abandoned cart recovery.

    182 Tidio alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • BigCommerce
    • Shopify
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • PrestaShop
    • Wordpress
    • Magento / Adobe Commerce
    • WooCommerce
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    Resolve up to 64% of your tickets with Lyro, the customer service AI agent
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  9. 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.

    241 Zendesk Chat alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
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    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  10. Text icon
     1 like

    AI-driven service platform combining live chat, helpdesk ticketing, and automation. Supports web, mobile, Messenger, WhatsApp, and Shopify with easy setup, unified customer view, smart reply suggestions, fast onboarding, reporting, and performance analytics.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • US flagUnited States
    Chat with website visitors in real time and respond instantly while they browse. Provide fast support, answer questions on the spot, and help move potential customers toward conversion.
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  11. Knoon AI icon
     1 like

    Knoon turns your business into an AI-powered workspace with action-taking agents, a built-in knowledge base, chat widgets, and Google Workspace/Microsoft Office tools. Ideal for automating support, sales, and workflows.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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