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Front vs Helpshift: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Front and Helpshift. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: Front starts at $25/mo, making it $24/mo cheaper than Helpshift ($49/mo). Helpshift offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Front vs Helpshift: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureFrontHelpshift
Starting Price$25/mo$49/mo
Number of Plans35
Free TierNoYes
Pricing Modelper-seatusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Front is the more affordable option, starting at $25/mo compared to Helpshift's $49/mo. Both are Customer Support tools with 8 combined pricing plans and 29 features compared. At comparable tiers, the monthly price difference is $6.

Helpshift stands out with a free plan for getting started. Front uses per-seat pricing while Helpshift uses usage-based pricing, which may affect your total cost at scale.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Customer Support needs.

Pricing Plans
Helpshift
Helpshift
Try it free
Tier 1
Starter
$25/month
Includes
  • Shared inbox and ticketing
  • AI Topics and up to 10 automation rules
  • Basic analytics
  • No-code public knowledge base
  • Available AI add-ons: Copilot, QA, CSAT
Start with Starter
Free
$0/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Basic support features
  • Limited user access
Start with Free
Tier 2
Professional
$65/month
Includes
  • Omnichannel (email, SMS, social, etc.)
  • Macros and up to 20 automation rules
  • Advanced analytics
  • Multiple workspaces, SSO, and SCIM
  • AI Autopilot add-on
Start with Professional
Starter
$49/monthCheapest
$588 / year
Includes
  • Advanced support features
  • Up to 100 users
  • Email support
Start with Starter
Tier 3
EnterprisePopular
$105/month
Includes
  • Smart rules
  • Unlimited rules and macros
  • Multi-language knowledge base
  • Custom roles and permissions
  • AI Copilot, QA, and CSAT included
Start with Enterprise
ProPopular
$99/monthCheapest
$1188 / year
Includes
  • All Starter features
  • Up to 500 users
  • Priority support
Start with Pro
Tier 4
Business
$199/monthCheapest
$2388 / year
Includes
  • All Pro features
  • Custom integrations
  • Dedicated account manager
Start with Business
Tier 5
Enterprise
Custom pricing
Includes
  • All Business features
  • Unlimited users
  • Custom pricing
Start with Enterprise

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Front

Shared inbox platform for team email and communication

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Helpshift

In-app customer support and messaging for mobile apps

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Our Pick

Helpshift

Helpshift offers a free plan, offers 5 tiers vs 3.

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: Helpshift

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Front if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Front starts at $25/mo, saving $24/mo compared to Helpshift at $49/mo
  • You want more features built-in—Front offers 1 additional features across its plans
  • You want Front's approach to incremental feature unlocking across its 3 pricing tiers

Choose Helpshift if:

  • You need a free plan with Basic support features, Limited user access—Helpshift offers no-cost access with no credit card required
  • You need 5 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—Helpshift offers negotiated terms for large deployments

Helpshift offers a free plan [1], eliminating the cost barrier for evaluation, while Front requires paid subscription from the start. This gives Helpshift a significant advantage for teams with budget constraints or extended trial periods. Once you outgrow Helpshift's free tier, upgrading to a paid plan at approximately $99/mo provides substantial additional functionality. Compare this pricing path against Front's tiering starting at $25/mo to assess total cost of ownership over 12 months. Helpshift's 5 tiers provide flexibility at different budgets, while Front's 3 tiers structure may force you into higher-cost plans than necessary for your use case. If evaluation cost matters to your decision, Helpshift is the obvious starting point with zero financial commitment. Use the free tier to validate core functionality before committing to paid plans from either tool.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Front vs Helpshift

Which is cheaper, Front or Helpshift?
As of March 2026, Front starts at a lower price point. Front starts at $25/mo while Helpshift starts at $49/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Front have vs Helpshift?
Front offers 3 pricing plans, while Helpshift offers 5 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Does Front or Helpshift offer a free plan?
Helpshift offers a free plan, while Front does not. If budget is a concern, Helpshift lets you get started at no cost.
Can I save money by paying annually for Front or Helpshift?
Both Front and Helpshift offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
What is the most popular Front plan?
The Enterprise plan is Front's most popular tier, priced at $105/mo. Key features include Smart rules, Unlimited rules and macros, Multi-language knowledge base.
What is the most popular Helpshift plan?
The Pro plan is Helpshift's most popular tier, priced at $99/mo. Key features include All Starter features, Up to 500 users, Priority support.
Does Front or Helpshift offer custom enterprise pricing?
Helpshift offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Front lists all its pricing publicly.

Sources

  1. Front Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. Helpshift Official PricingVendor pricing page

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