Freshservice vs TOPdesk
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best ITSM Software Platforms. Last verified June 21, 2026.
The short answer
Freshservice ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #10) for IT teams managing incidents, service requests, and change management. The best option for usability and quick setup, especially for mid-market teams.
At a glance
| Freshservice | TOPdesk | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best ITSM Software Platforms | #10 / The 11 Best ITSM Software Platforms |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.9 | 7.4 |
| Best for | User-friendly SMB & mid-market | Simple enterprise service management |
| Pricing | $$ ($19 to $119 / agent / mo) | $$$ (Custom quote only) |
| HQ | San Mateo, USA | Delft, Netherlands |
| Founded | 2010 | 1993 |
Freshservice
The best option for usability and quick setup, especially for mid-market teams.
www.freshworks.com/freshservice/TOPdesk
An easy-to-use platform for mid-market teams extending service management beyond just IT.
www.topdesk.com/Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.