Help Scout vs HESK
| Help Scout | HESK | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $25/mo | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | api | Web |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | $25/user/mo | — |
| Shared inbox | Yes | — |
| SLA management | Yes | — |
| Help center | Yes | Yes |
| Ticket automation | Yes | Yes |
| Customer portal | Yes | Yes |
| API access | Yes | — |
| Included agent seats | 5 | 10 |
Both are listed in Best Help Desk Software. On The Geeks Club, Help Scout scores higher on our published basis.