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The 11 highest-rated support · chat

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

Why this answer

Sorted by our 9.4-point composite score across 6 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 Live Chat Software)

    9.2/9.4

    The most comprehensive and polished conversational platform for sales, marketing, and support.

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  2. #2LiveChat(rank #2 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    9/9.4

    A powerful, reliable, and intuitive pure-play live chat tool for support teams.

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  3. #3Zendesk(rank #3 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    8.8/9.4

    Unbeatable integration with its own help desk for powerful omnichannel support.

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  4. #4HubSpot Service Hub(rank #4 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    8.6/9.4

    Seamlessly integrated with a powerful free CRM for full customer context.

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  5. #5Tidio(rank #5 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    8.3/9.4

    An affordable, easy-to-use chat and bot platform perfect for small businesses.

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  6. #6Freshchat (by Freshworks)(rank #6 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    8.1/9.4

    Strong AI and bot capabilities for scaling support teams effectively.

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  7. #7Drift(rank #7 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    8/9.4

    The leader in conversational marketing for engaging high-value B2B prospects.

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  8. #8Crisp(rank #8 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    7.8/9.4

    A feature-rich messaging platform with unbeatable value for startups.

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  9. #9Olark(rank #9 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    7.6/9.4

    A simple, straightforward, and effective live chat solution without unnecessary complexity.

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  10. #10Tawk.to(rank #10 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    7.4/9.4

    A genuinely free and surprisingly feature-rich live chat solution.

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  11. #11Gist(rank #11 in The 11 Best Live Chat Software)

    7.1/9.4

    A highly affordable, bundled platform for teams wanting one tool for everything.

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Methodology: /methodology · No paid placement ever · Verified .