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Best Crisp alternatives — pricing compared

The short answer

The best Crisp alternatives are Intercom and Tidio — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is Intercom at $0.99 per outcome.

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2 Crisp alternatives compared

Each "cheapest paid tier" below is the lowest paid monthly (or annual-equivalent) price the competitor publishes on its own pricing page. Custom-quote and usage-based add-ons aren't included; click any tool for its full per-tier breakdown.

Alternative Category Cheapest paid tier Why switch Full pricing

Intercom Customer support $0.99 (Fin AI Agent) Intercom combines teammate seats with Fin AI outcome usage, so the real cost depends on both support staffing and automated resolution volume. See all tiers →

Tidio Customer support $29 (Starter) Live chat plus Lyro AI bots priced by billable conversation count. See all tiers →

Why teams look past Crisp

Intercom — Intercom combines teammate seats with Fin AI outcome usage, so the real cost depends on both support staffing and automated resolution volume.
Tidio — Live chat plus Lyro AI bots priced by billable conversation count.

Compare against Crisp itself

Before you switch, price Crisp on the same terms. The full breakdown has every tier, hidden fee, and per-seat math.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Intercom cheaper than Crisp?

Yes — Intercom's cheapest paid tier is $0.99, below Crisp's cheapest paid tier at $45. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.

What is the best free alternative to Crisp?

Tidio publishes a free tier, making it the best no-cost starting point among Crisp alternatives on this page. Check its usage limits before committing.

Which Crisp alternative should I compare first?

Buyers evaluating Crisp most often shortlist Intercom, Tidio. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.