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Front vs Kayako: Pricing Comparison 2026

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

Bottom line: Front starts at $25/mo, making it $54/mo cheaper than Kayako ($79/mo). Neither offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Front vs Kayako: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureFrontKayako
Starting Price$25/mo$79/mo
Number of Plans31
Free TierNoNo
Pricing Modelper-seatper-seat
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

Front is the more affordable option, starting at $25/mo compared to Kayako's $79/mo. Both are Customer Support tools with 4 combined pricing plans and 21 features compared.

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
Tier 1
Starter
$25/monthCheapest
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
Kayako One
$79/month
Includes
  • Unified inbox
  • Ticketing system
  • Knowledge base
  • Live chat widget
  • Automation rules
  • Reporting & analytics
Start with Kayako One
Tier 2
Professional
$65/monthCheapest
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
Tier 3
EnterprisePopular
$105/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Smart rules
  • Unlimited rules and macros
  • Multi-language knowledge base
  • Custom roles and permissions
  • AI Copilot, QA, and CSAT included
Start with Enterprise

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Front

Shared inbox platform for team email and communication

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Kayako

Unified customer service platform with chat and ticketing

View all Kayako plans
Our Pick

Front

Front starts at $54/mo lower ($25/mo vs $79/mo), offers 3 tiers vs 1.

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

Best value: Front

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Front if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—Front starts at $25/mo, saving $54/mo compared to Kayako at $79/mo
  • You need 3 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—Front offers 9 additional features across its plans

Choose Kayako if:

  • Kayako's single-tier per-seat structure gives clearer cost visibility for budget planning
  • Kayako's focused feature set keeps your team in control without tool bloat
  • Your Customer Support team's workflow matches Kayako's feature organization more naturally

Front is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $25/mo compared to Kayako's $79/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to Front saving approximately $2700/month. Front offers 3 pricing tiers compared to Kayako's 1, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, Front provides 15 total features versus 6 for Kayako, offering a richer feature set depending on your specific needs. For budget-conscious teams seeking predictable costs, Front delivers superior value. Kayako may justify its premium for specialized needs, but most organizations will find Front the smarter financial choice.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Front vs Kayako

Which is cheaper, Front or Kayako?
As of March 2026, Front starts at a lower price point. Front starts at $25/mo while Kayako starts at $79/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Front have vs Kayako?
Front offers 3 pricing plans, while Kayako offers 1 plan. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
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.
How do Front and Kayako compare for Customer Support?
Both Front and Kayako are Customer Support tools. Front offers 3 plans starting at $25/mo, while Kayako offers 1 plan starting at $79/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Customer Support needs.

Sources

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

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