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Chatwoot vs Live Helper Chat
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| Fact | Chatwoot | Live Helper Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Ruby | PHP |
| Licence | Other | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 38k | 2.3k |
| Latest | v4.18.0 | 4.94v |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 14 days between releases | about 11 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 59+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 3 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Intercom. Alternatives to Intercom →
Full replacementChatwootLive chat widget, shared inbox across email and messaging apps, and a help center.
PartialLive Helper ChatLive chat widget with operators, departments, bots and chat routing, without a ticket inbox.
Chatwoot
- v4.18.02026-09-18Captain assignment, scenario and tool controls, and improved playground testing. [Enterprise]
- v4.17.12026-08-27Restored Instagram login and fixed duplicate Facebook messages.
- v4.17.02026-08-20Manage Cloud API and Twilio WhatsApp templates in Chatwoot and via API.
- v4.16.22026-07-27Captain FAQ suggestion review API and interface.
- v4.16.12026-07-23Voice call dashboard and WhatsApp calling fixes.
Chatwoot
unsigned The latest release, v4.18.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Live Helper Chat
unsigned The latest release, 4.94v, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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