FreeScout AlternativesHelp Desk Platforms and other similar apps like FreeScout

FreeScout is described as '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' and is a Help Desk platform in the business & commerce category. There are more than 100 alternatives to FreeScout for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, SaaS, Android, iPhone and iPad apps. The best FreeScout alternative is Deskhero. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Libredesk or HubSpot. Other great apps like FreeScout are Freshdesk, Zendesk, osTicket and Dolibarr.

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  1. Brevo icon
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    Unified platform offering email, SMS, automation, transactional messages, integrations with CMS, e-commerce, social and chat tools, robust API, competitive email-based pricing, free and scalable plans, and multi-channel audience engagement management.

    341 Brevo alternatives

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  2. 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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    • Online
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  3. 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
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  4. HubSpot icon
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    HubSpot centralizes tools for marketing automation, sales, service, and operations. Features include free CRM, AI content, and a drag-and-drop site builder, offering a comprehensive business solution that unifies customer data across teams and integrates with external apps.

    201 HubSpot alternatives

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  5. 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.

    133 Freshdesk alternatives

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    • Google Workspace
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  6. 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.

    312 Zendesk alternatives

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  7. osTicket icon
     70 likes

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

    137 osTicket alternatives

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    • Cloudron
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  8. Dolibarr icon
     49 likes

    Dolibarr ERP & CRM is a modern and easy to use open-source web software package to manage your business (customers, invoices, orders, products, stocks, agenda, e-mailings, shipments...).

    146 Dolibarr alternatives

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  9. Front icon
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    Front is an email management software that facilitates team collaboration by integrating with existing tools. It assigns messages to team members, allows internal comments, sets reminders for responses, offers templates for common questions, and has a collision detection feature...

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  10. 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.

    238 Zendesk Chat alternatives

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  11. Zammad icon
     37 likes

    Zammad is a web based open source helpdesk/customer support system with many features to manage customer communication via several channels like telephone, Facebook, Twitter, chat and e-mails.

    56 Zammad alternatives

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    • Free
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  12. LiveAgent icon
     56 likes

    Leverage a unified platform for managing calls, emails, live chat, and social media. Enhance issue resolution by 56% with call center tools, save resources with a ticketing system, and boost earnings by 48% using a fast chat widget. Create knowledge bases easily.

    254 LiveAgent alternatives

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  13. Help Scout icon
     29 likes

    Help Scout offers scalable customer support with a personalized email-like experience. Enjoy a clutter-free interface, excellent reporting, knowledge base, integrations, a robust API, and iPhone app support, allowing teams of all sizes to maintain customer focus.

    173 Help Scout alternatives

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