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LiveChat vs Crisp
A detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right AI tool for your needs.
Feature Comparison
Pros & Cons
LiveChat
Pros
- Supports 9+ messaging channels including WhatsApp, Apple Messages, Instagram, and SMS from a single dashboard
- 200+ integrations available through a dedicated marketplace, including major ecommerce platforms
- AI features like message sneak-peek, reply suggestions, and copilot assistant reduce agent response time
- Built-in ecommerce tools like product cards and cart previews enable in-chat selling
Cons
- No free tier — starts at $19/agent/month (annual) which adds up quickly for larger teams
- Starter plan limits AI sources to 3, requiring upgrade for full AI capabilities
- Per-seat pricing can become expensive as support teams scale beyond a few agents
Crisp
Pros
- Flat-rate workspace pricing means no per-seat costs as your team grows
- AI agents can be trained on your existing content (website, PDFs, knowledge base)
- True omnichannel support: chat, email, WhatsApp, Instagram, SMS, Line, Viber in one inbox
- 14-day free trial on all paid plans with no credit card required
- Available on web, Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android
Cons
- Free tier has no AI credits and very limited features (only website chat widget)
- Automated conversation limits could be restrictive for high-volume support teams (only ~1350 on the highest non-enterprise plan)
- Multi-channel messaging (WhatsApp, Instagram, SMS) requires at least the $95/mo Essentials plan
- Enterprise plan requires contacting sales with no transparent pricing
Our Verdict
Both LiveChat and Crisp are excellent choices with similar feature sets. Your decision should depend on your specific needs, pricing, and whether you need self-hosting capabilities.