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Best Help Scout alternatives — pricing compared

The short answer

The best Help Scout alternatives are Freshdesk and Front — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is Freshdesk at $19 per agent/month.

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2 Help Scout 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

Freshdesk Customer support $19 (Growth) Freshworks ticketing platform priced per agent with AI sessions metered separately. See all tiers →

Front Customer support $25 (Starter) Shared inbox priced per seat. See all tiers →

Why teams look past Help Scout

Freshdesk — Freshworks ticketing platform priced per agent with AI sessions metered separately.
Front — Shared inbox priced per seat.

Compare against Help Scout itself

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Freshdesk cheaper than Help Scout?

Yes — Freshdesk's cheapest paid tier is $19, below Help Scout's cheapest paid tier at $25. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.

What is the best free alternative to Help Scout?

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

Which Help Scout alternative should I compare first?

Buyers evaluating Help Scout most often shortlist Freshdesk, Front. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.