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Best LiveChat alternatives — pricing compared

The short answer

The best LiveChat alternatives are LiveAgent, Olark, and Tidio — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is LiveAgent at $19 per agent/month.

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3 LiveChat 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

LiveAgent Customer support $19 (Small business) Per-agent omnichannel helpdesk. See all tiers →

Olark Customer support $29 (Olark Standard) Per-seat live chat with optional PowerUps. 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 LiveChat

LiveAgent — Per-agent omnichannel helpdesk.
Olark — Per-seat live chat with optional PowerUps.
Tidio — Live chat plus Lyro AI bots priced by billable conversation count.

Compare against LiveChat itself

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

LiveChat pricing → LiveChat features

Frequently asked questions

Is LiveAgent cheaper than LiveChat?

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

What is the best free alternative to LiveChat?

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

Which LiveChat alternative should I compare first?

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