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Best Tidio alternatives — pricing compared

The short answer

The best Tidio alternatives are Intercom, LiveChat, and Crisp — 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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3 Tidio 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 →

LiveChat Customer support $25 (Starter) Classic per-seat live chat from Text Inc. See all tiers →

Crisp Customer support $45 (Mini) Workspace-priced live chat and inbox. See all tiers →

Why teams look past Tidio

Intercom — Intercom combines teammate seats with Fin AI outcome usage, so the real cost depends on both support staffing and automated resolution volume.
LiveChat — Classic per-seat live chat from Text Inc.
Crisp — Workspace-priced live chat and inbox.

Compare against Tidio itself

Before you switch, price Tidio 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 Tidio?

Yes — Intercom's cheapest paid tier is $0.99, below Tidio's cheapest paid tier at $29. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.

What is the best free alternative to Tidio?

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

Which Tidio alternative should I compare first?

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