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tawk.to vs. Tidio

A side-by-side view of the product records we have today. Use it to narrow the question, then confirm current pricing, limits, and security details with each vendor.

The short version

tawk.to starts at Free per seat, versus Tidio at Free. tawk.to carries the higher aggregate rating (4.6/5 vs 4.6/5). Tidio lists more integrations (100+ vs 12+).

Full comparison

tawk.tofrom Free
Tidiofrom Free
Audyense Score76ASStrong85ASExcellent
Positioning100% free live chat and support softwareAI live chat and chatbot software for customer service and ecommerce
Free tierYesYes
DeploymentCloud / SaaSCloud / SaaS
Best fitStartup, SMB, Mid-marketStartup, SMB
Pricing plans
  • FreeFree
  • Remove Branding$39
  • AI Assist$29
  • Video + Voice + Screensharing$49
  • Hired Agents$129
  • FreeFree
  • Starter$24
  • Growth$49
  • Plus$300
  • PremiumCustom pricing
AI featuresPartialAI Assist is a paid add-on, not part of the free coreYesLyro AI agent plus AI Copilot; core to the product.
Automation & macrosPartialCanned/shortcut responses and triggers; no advanced macro engineYesMacros and ticketing automations from the Growth tier; visual Flows builder for automation.
CSAT & satisfaction surveysNoNo built-in CSAT survey feature surfaced in sourcesPartialBasic satisfaction/feedback capture; not a robust dedicated CSAT survey suite.
Knowledge base & help centerYesHosted knowledge base included freePartialKnowledge base is used mainly to train the Lyro AI agent rather than a full standalone help-center product.
Live chat & messagingYesCore product; real-time chat with visitor monitoringYesLive chat is Tidio's core feature, with no-code widget install.
Omnichannel supportPartialWeb chat, email ticketing and chat pages; limited channel breadthYesUnifies web chat, email, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp in one inbox.
Public APIYesJavaScript API and REST API availableYesOpenAPI access, available on Plus and higher tiers.
Reporting & dashboardsYesDetailed reporting included freePartialAnalytics dashboards exist but reviewers describe reporting as basic; advanced analytics gated to higher tiers.
Shared inbox & ticketingPartialEmail ticketing system rather than a full shared inboxYesShared multichannel inbox with ticketing and chat assignment.
SLA managementNoReviewers note no SLA timers or escalation workflowsNoNo dedicated SLA management; only enterprise Premium offers managed service and resolution guarantees.
Integrations verified12+100+
Aggregate rating4.6 · 345 reviews4.6 · 1.9k reviews
Integrations
WordPressShopifyWixSquarespaceJoomlaWooCommerce+6 more
ShopifyWooCommerceWordPressWixBigCommerceFacebook Messenger+9 more
Security & compliance
GDPREU-U.S. Data Privacy FrameworkUK-U.S. Data Privacy FrameworkSwiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework
SOC 2GDPRCCPAPCI-DSS
Pros
  • Core platform is genuinely free with no feature wall, agent caps, or chat-history limits
  • Fast to set up with an intuitive interface and useful real-time visitor monitoring
  • Includes ticketing, hosted knowledge base, and CRM contacts alongside live chat
  • Desktop and mobile apps plus support for 45+ languages
  • Fast, no-code setup and an intuitive dashboard; most teams are live in under an hour
  • Genuinely useful free plan that includes live chat, ticketing, channels, and a taste of AI
  • Strong Shopify/ecommerce fit with behavior triggers for cart recovery and product questions
  • Lyro AI agent and a visual Flows builder handle common questions and automation well
Cons
  • Mobile app is widely reported as unstable and less responsive than desktop
  • Interface feels dated and ticketing lacks SLA timers and advanced routing
  • Limited native third-party integrations; many connections require Zapier/Make
  • Advanced features (removing branding, AI Assist, hired agents) require paid add-ons
  • Metered billing across billable conversations, Lyro conversations, and Flows visitors makes real monthly cost hard to predict
  • Only 50 one-off Lyro AI conversations are included, so heavy AI use requires paid add-ons that become the main cost driver
  • Large jump from the Growth tier to Plus with no true mid-market plan; bills can climb 2-3x the advertised price
  • Reporting and analytics are solid but basic, and the widget shows Tidio branding unless you pay extra
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Editorial read of this comparison

The table summarizes structured facts; this section explains what the differences mean for a real buying decision.

Where each tool fits, and where it may not

tawk.to

tawk.to is a free live chat, ticketing, knowledge base and contact-management platform that lets businesses message website visitors in real time. The core product is free with no limits on agents, chat volume, or sites, and the company monetizes through optional paid add-ons such as branding removal, AI Assist, video/voice, and hired live agents.

A particularly good fit for: Small businesses and startups wanting free website live chat Teams needing unlimited agents and chat history with no seat limits Sites that also want a basic ticketing system and hosted knowledge base at no cost

May be a poor fit if: Enterprises needing SLA timers, advanced routing, and escalation workflows Teams requiring deep, native integrations with many third-party tools

Tidio

Tidio is a customer service platform that combines live chat, ticketing, and AI-powered automation for small and mid-sized businesses, with a particular focus on ecommerce. Its Lyro AI agent answers common customer questions automatically, while a visual Flows builder automates lead capture and cart recovery. It installs no-code on platforms like Shopify, WordPress, and Wix and unifies messages from web chat, email, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp in one inbox.

A particularly good fit for: Small ecommerce and Shopify stores wanting live chat plus AI-assisted support SMBs that need a quick, no-code chat and helpdesk setup Teams that want an AI agent to auto-resolve common, repetitive customer questions

May be a poor fit if: Mid-market and enterprise teams needing advanced reporting, deep routing, and SLA management High-volume support teams that need flat, fully predictable pricing

Pricing and plan structure

tawk.to: Published starting price Free

  • FreeFree
  • Remove Branding$39 per month
  • AI Assist$29 per month
  • Video + Voice + Screensharing$49 per month
  • Hired Agents$129 per month

Tidio: Published starting price Free

  • FreeFree
  • Starter$24 per account / month
  • Growth$49 per account / month
  • Plus$300 per account / month
  • PremiumCustom pricing

Capabilities worth validating

  • tawk.to: AI features, Automation & macros, Knowledge base & help center, Live chat & messaging, Omnichannel support Integrations include WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Squarespace.
  • Tidio: AI features, Automation & macros, CSAT & satisfaction surveys, Knowledge base & help center, Live chat & messaging Integrations include Shopify, WooCommerce, WordPress, Wix.

Questions to answer before switching

  • Does tawk.to's selected plan include the features and limits we need?
  • Does Tidio's selected plan include the features and limits we need?
  • Does the exact integration path for WordPress, Shopify, Wix support the sync direction, permissions, and volume we need?
  • Is a hosted-only deployment acceptable for the team and customers who will use this system?

How to evaluate this shortlist

A useful comparison turns the differences between Customer Support tools into a concrete test. Use these steps to avoid choosing from a feature table or the lowest headline price alone.

  1. Start with a representative Customer Support workflow, not a feature checklist. Define who will use it, what data goes in, and what outcome the team needs.
  2. Test the complete path through WordPress, Shopify, Wix: permissions, sync direction, failure handling, and volume limits often matter more than the integration name.
  3. Compare the cost of the real scenario, including users, usage, storage, support, and contract requirements. The entry price alone does not measure adoption cost.
  4. Before switching, list the evidence gaps, request a demo of the critical workflow, and confirm security, data residency, export, and support with each vendor.

Structured signals help narrow the shortlist, but a trial with a real workflow is still the best way to validate the decision.

Research basis

Last checked: 2026-07-22. Pricing, integrations, feature support, and review signals can change, so treat this as a research snapshot and verify the final decision with the vendor.

Sources consulted: tawk.to product site, Capterra, G2; Tidio product site, G2, Capterra