Compare 3CX and Freshdesk
Featured Products
At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (54.9% of reviews)
Small-Business (48.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 10 Users
$19.00 1 User per month billed annually Per Month
3CX
Star Rating
(546)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (54.9% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free 10 Users
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plans
Freshdesk
Star Rating
(3,738)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (48.7% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$19.00 1 User per month billed annually Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 6 pricing plans
Summary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Freshdesk excels in ticket management, with users highlighting its structured and efficient approach. The automation features significantly reduce manual work for customer support, making it easier for teams to handle multiple queries simultaneously.
- Users say that 3CX stands out for its user-friendly interface, which is particularly appealing for those who need to stay connected while working remotely. The ability to connect personal phones via an extension is a notable feature that enhances communication flexibility.
- Reviewers mention that Freshdesk's clean interface and easy navigation contribute to a less stressful daily support experience. Many users appreciate how quickly new hires can adapt to the platform without extensive training, thanks to its intuitive design.
- According to verified reviews, 3CX is praised for its simplicity and reliability, especially in call-handling features. Users find it effective for making outbound calls, which is particularly beneficial for those working with international clients.
- G2 reviewers highlight that Freshdesk offers robust customization options, allowing teams to tailor workflows to their specific needs. This adaptability is a significant advantage for businesses looking to optimize their customer support processes.
- Users report that while both platforms have strong support features, Freshdesk's quality of support is often rated higher. Reviewers appreciate the transparency in pricing and the ease of integration, which enhances the overall user experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
3CX
3CX SMB
Free
10 Users
Free for up to 10 users.
- Next-gen phone system
- Bring your own SIP Trunk
- WFH: remote-enable teams
Freshdesk
Freshdesk Email and Ticketing (Growth)
$19.00
1 User per month billed annually Per Month
Omnichannel engagement, AI agents, and robust ticketing across web, SMS, messaging and email
- Automations
- Help Desk and Ticketing: Ticketing, Shared inbox, Threads and tasks, Customer portal
- Analytics: OOB analytics and standard reports
Free Trial
3CX
Free Trial is available
Freshdesk
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
365
8.6
3,274
Ease of Use
9.0
373
8.9
3,296
Ease of Setup
8.8
253
8.6
2,352
Ease of Admin
9.0
236
8.7
2,199
Quality of Support
7.9
332
8.7
3,172
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
226
8.8
2,122
Product Direction (% positive)
8.4
365
8.8
3,242
Features by Category
Ticket and Case Management
Not enough data
8.9
2247
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
2260
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
2188
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
2065
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
1808
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
2092
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.7
2024
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
1376
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.3
329
Not enough data
7.4
325
Agentic AI - Help Desk
Not enough data
7.1
57
Not enough data
6.8
56
Not enough data
7.3
57
Communication Channels
Not enough data
8.6
1925
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
2089
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
1315
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
1190
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.9
935
|
Verified
Platform
Not enough data
8.1
1158
|
Verified
8.9
43
8.1
1660
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
1548
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
1153
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
1877
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
1964
|
Verified
Channels
Not enough data
8.4
357
Not enough data
8.0
333
Not enough data
7.5
322
Design
Not enough data
8.2
331
Not enough data
7.8
334
Not enough data
8.3
356
Not enough data
8.3
344
Not enough data
8.4
331
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.7
262
Not enough data
7.7
262
Usability
Not enough data
8.8
264
Not enough data
8.7
260
Not enough data
8.8
251
Reporting
Not enough data
8.6
246
Not enough data
8.5
241
Not enough data
8.6
254
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.5
178
Not enough data
7.5
178
Channels
9.4
142
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.6
94
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.3
71
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.9
23
Not enough data
Functions
8.9
181
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
185
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
184
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.2
93
Not enough data
9.1
117
Not enough data
8.8
98
Not enough data
8.4
95
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Contact Center
6.3
13
Not enough data
7.0
18
Not enough data
6.9
12
Not enough data
6.9
12
Not enough data
Administrative
8.3
149
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
179
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
185
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
114
Not enough data
8.3
103
|
Verified
Not enough data
Collaboration Tools
8.8
68
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
37
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
33
Not enough data
9.2
38
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
34
|
Verified
Not enough data
Meeting Coordination
8.4
71
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
67
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
69
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
41
|
Verified
Not enough data
Software Type
9.0
82
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.3
45
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
43
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Video Conferencing
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Conversational Platform
Not enough data
8.3
432
Not enough data
8.3
378
Not enough data
8.3
371
Not enough data
8.4
307
Support Automation
Not enough data
8.4
388
Not enough data
8.4
408
Not enough data
8.3
373
Not enough data
8.2
314
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.4
207
Not enough data
7.4
203
Platform
7.7
40
Not enough data
8.9
48
Not enough data
9.1
46
Not enough data
8.8
49
Not enough data
8.9
47
Not enough data
9.2
42
Not enough data
9.1
46
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.8
14
Not enough data
Workforce Management
9.2
48
Not enough data
8.7
47
Not enough data
Call Center Infrastructure (CCI)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administrative
9.1
49
Not enough data
8.5
48
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.3
10
7.8
116
7.2
9
7.9
114
7.4
9
7.6
113
Communication
9.3
37
8.8
583
|
Verified
9.3
38
8.7
601
|
Verified
Feature Not Available
8.7
494
|
Verified
9.3
37
8.5
199
Feature Not Available
8.2
202
Internal Use
8.9
43
8.1
1660
|
Verified
8.9
37
8.6
203
Feature Not Available
8.2
186
Feature Not Available
8.8
558
|
Verified
8.9
36
8.8
519
|
Verified
9.0
34
8.6
547
|
Verified
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.9
139
Self-Service Experience
Not enough data
8.7
959
Not enough data
8.6
911
Not enough data
8.3
682
Not enough data
8.2
238
Not enough data
8.4
255
Self-Service Platform
Not enough data
8.5
253
Not enough data
8.6
260
Not enough data
8.0
220
Not enough data
8.4
237
Agentic AI - Customer Self-Service
Not enough data
7.7
16
Not enough data
7.7
15
Not enough data
7.9
16
Not enough data
7.7
17
Not enough data
7.6
17
Not enough data
7.6
16
Not enough data
7.8
16
Generative AI
Not enough data
8.2(won by default)
79
Not enough data
8.0(won by default)
79
Process
Not enough data
8.6(won by default)
162
Not enough data
9.3(won by default)
484
Not enough data
8.6(won by default)
371
Channels
Not enough data
9.2(won by default)
479
Not enough data
8.7(won by default)
415
Not enough data
8.8(won by default)
376
Not enough data
8.5(won by default)
340
Not enough data
8.3(won by default)
58
Insight
Not enough data
8.6(won by default)
382
Not enough data
8.7(won by default)
169
Not enough data
8.6(won by default)
373
Not enough data
9.1(won by default)
445
Generative AI
Not enough data
7.8
87
Not enough data
7.7
85
Basic Communication - Cloud PBX
9.7
24
Not enough data
8.9
21
Not enough data
9.7
21
Not enough data
8.3
22
Not enough data
9.6
23
Not enough data
9.8
23
Not enough data
Advanced Features - Cloud PBX
8.5
20
Not enough data
7.6
21
Not enough data
8.0
22
Not enough data
7.0
21
Not enough data
Platform Basics - VoIP Providers
9.3
20
Not enough data
9.6
19
Not enough data
8.4
19
Not enough data
9.0
19
Not enough data
9.1
19
Not enough data
9.3
19
Not enough data
Basic Communication
9.5
193
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
133
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
132
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
118
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
174
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.4
186
|
Verified
Not enough data
Agentic AI - VoIP Providers
6.1
9
Not enough data
7.7
8
Not enough data
6.9
8
Not enough data
6.9
8
Not enough data
Access
8.4
117
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
154
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
164
|
Verified
Not enough data
Advanced Features
8.5
173
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
161
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Agentic AI - UCaaS Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Extensions
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.7
24
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
22
|
Verified
Not enough data
Features
9.4
24
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.7
18
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.4
28
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.6
27
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Customer Query Resolution - AI Customer Support Agents
Not enough data
8.9
9
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.5
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Customer Interaction Automation - AI Customer Support Agents
Not enough data
8.0
9
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
8.6
11
Automation
Not enough data
9.3
10
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
9.1
9
Autonomy
Not enough data
7.2
10
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.3
9
Not enough data
8.0
9
Agentic AI - AI Agents
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
3CX and Freshdesk are categorized as Live Chat
Unique Categories
3CX is categorized as UCaaS Platforms, VoIP Providers, Contact Center, Video Conferencing, Call Center Infrastructure (CCI), and Cloud PBX Platforms
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
3CX
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Freshdesk
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
10.4%
Hospital & Health Care
5.4%
Education Management
5.2%
Telecommunications
4.9%
Construction
4.2%
Other
69.9%
Information Technology and Services
17.1%
Computer Software
12.7%
Financial Services
4.1%
Internet
4.0%
Education Management
3.8%
Other
58.3%
Alternatives
Discussions
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2 Comments
CL
In order to do this there are 2 things you need to do:
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2) Use either...Read more
Getting STUN setup for remote employees has been a challenge during this COVID-19 pandemic.
2 Comments
NA
Hello Tim,
Thank you for your question. As this is a technical issue, I would advise you to open a support ticket with our team, which is available for...Read more
What is 3CX used for?
1 Comment
MK
Business communication system primarily used for VoIP Phone SystemRead more
What is the use of freshdesk?
3 Comments
CK
Freshdesk is a Helpdesk web based Software as a Service product. It has many features which include helpdesk, chat, service desk, etc.Read more
