Crisp review

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

Top 11 rank

#8 of 11

Score

7.8/9.4

Pricing

$ ($0 to $95/mo per workspace)

HQ

Nantes, France

Verdict

Crisp earns its spot by offering a wide array of features—including a shared inbox, CRM, and knowledge base—at an extremely competitive price point, making it a fantastic value proposition for startups.

What customers praise

Its flat-rate pricing per workspace, rather than per agent, is highly attractive for growing teams who don't want to be penalized for adding users.

What customers criticise

While it does many things, it lacks the depth and polish in specific areas like AI and advanced reporting compared to more specialized, expensive tools.

Best for

Startups and small businesses looking for a simple, affordable, all-in-one customer messaging platform with a generous free plan.

At a glance

  • Integrations: Slack, Discord, Zapier, WordPress, Shopify, HubSpot
  • Compliance: GDPR
  • Regions served: Global
  • Typical onboarding: 0 days
  • Free tier: yes

Red flags

Public risk signals as of June 2026: none. No material public risk signals as of 2026-06-08. See the full red-flag report.

Alternatives

See alternatives to Crisp, or compare against the next-ranked entry: Crisp vs Olark.

Where else this brand ranks

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best Live Chat Software, verified June 8, 2026 — no paid placement.