The 11 highest-rated customer success · support software

The highest-rated provider in the Top 11 The 11 Best Customer Support Software is Intercom at 9.2/9.4, followed by Front (9/9.4).

Why this answer

Sorted by our 9.4-point composite score across 5 weighted criteria (see /methodology). Identical to the canonical ranking when the canonical ranking is also score-ordered.

Showing the top 11 of 11+ screened. Methodology at /methodology.

  1. #1Intercom(rank #1 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    9.2/9.4

    The best for proactive, AI-driven conversational support, moving beyond traditional ticketing.

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  2. #2Front(rank #2 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    9/9.4

    Excellent for collaborative, multi-stakeholder communication centered around an inbox.

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  3. #3Help Scout(rank #3 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    8.8/9.4

    The best for simplicity, great UX, and outstanding value for money.

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  4. #4Gorgias(rank #4 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    8.6/9.4

    The best choice for e-commerce stores due to deep platform integrations.

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  5. #5Freshdesk(rank #5 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    8.4/9.4

    A powerful, feature-packed Zendesk alternative with strong omnichannel support.

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  6. #6HubSpot Service Hub(rank #6 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    8.2/9.4

    The default choice for support if you already use HubSpot CRM.

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  7. #7Zoho Desk(rank #7 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    8/9.4

    Offers an incredible number of features for an unbeatable price.

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  8. #8LiveAgent(rank #8 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    7.8/9.4

    A very fast live chat widget and broad channel support.

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  9. #9Groove(rank #9 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    7.6/9.4

    A clean, simple shared inbox perfect for small teams.

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  10. #10HelpCrunch(rank #10 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    7.4/9.4

    Bundles support, email marketing, and pop-ups into one affordable tool.

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  11. #11Crisp(rank #11 in The 11 Best Customer Support Software)

    7.2/9.4

    A broad, all-in-one messaging platform, not just a help desk.

    Full Crisp review · Alternatives

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