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Chatwoot vs Libredesk

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ChatwootLibredesk
LanguageRubyGo
LicenceOtherAGPL-3.0
Stars38k3k
Latestv4.18.0v2.8.0
Last push2026-10-062026-10-06
Release cadenceabout 14 days between releasesabout 8 days between releases
Active contributors59+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days13+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone

How they relate

  • Both replace Intercom. Alternatives to Intercom →

    Full replacementChatwootLive chat widget, shared inbox across email and messaging apps, and a help center.

    PartialLibredeskLive chat and email in a shared inbox with a help center, without product tours or outbound messages.

  • Both replace Zendesk. Alternatives to Zendesk →

    PartialChatwootConversations across channels, lighter on ticketing workflows.

    PartialLibredeskA shared inbox for email, live chat and WhatsApp with SLAs, automation rules, macros and a help center, in a single Go binary.