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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.3% of reviews)
Small-Business (49.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
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$17 per month
LivePerson
Star Rating
(202)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (43.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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Browse all 3 pricing plansOlark
Star Rating
(223)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (49.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
$17 per month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Olark excels in ease of use and setup, with users highlighting its simple interface and quick implementation process. One user mentioned, "I like the fact that Olark is nice and simple to setup!!" making it a great choice for small businesses looking for straightforward solutions.
- Users say that LivePerson stands out for its AI capabilities and multi-channel support. Reviewers appreciate how it automates customer interactions and enhances engagement across various platforms, with one noting, "LivePerson has done the impossible, by automating the interactions with customers."
- According to verified reviews, Olark offers a more affordable entry-level price, making it accessible for small businesses. Users have found it provides essential features without breaking the bank, which is a significant advantage for startups and smaller teams.
- Reviewers mention that while both platforms have similar star ratings, Olark has a higher overall satisfaction score, indicating that users feel more positively about their experience. This is reflected in feedback praising its customer support and basic features that meet essential needs.
- Users highlight that LivePerson provides robust data tracking and analytics, which helps businesses monitor their performance against KPIs. One user appreciated the platform's ability to track useful data and metrics, enhancing their operational insights.
- G2 reviewers note that while Olark shines in customer support quality, LivePerson's support is perceived as less responsive. Users have expressed satisfaction with Olark's helpful customer service, which can be crucial for businesses needing timely assistance.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
LivePerson
Bronze
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Boost agent efficiency with a messaging-first workspace
- Agent & Supervisor Experience: Includes multi-channel agent workspace, cobrowse, secure forms to optimize agent productivity and customer experience.
- Administrative Experience: Includes management console, campaign builder, and allow admins to create and manage users and skills.
- Communication Channels: Includes web, app, SMS, Email Connect, Whatsapp, Apple Messaging for Business, Messenger, Instagram, Google RCS Messaging, Google Business Messaging, Kakao Talk, Line, Viber, WeChat. X (former Twitter) is supported with additional fees. Includes LivePerson Connect to Messaging (C2M) which is an IVR deflection solution that lets brands move voice calls to messages through the Conversational Cloud platform.
Olark
Olark Live Chat
$17
per month
- Per Operator
- Customize Your Design
- Chat Ratings
Free Trial
LivePerson
No trial information availableOlark
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
164
8.9
208
Ease of Use
8.4
167
9.3
210
Ease of Setup
8.1
95
9.0
112
Ease of Admin
8.1
79
9.0
114
Quality of Support
8.3
164
8.8
173
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.0
81
9.1
107
Product Direction (% positive)
5.7
161
8.2
209
Features by Category
Messenger
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Channels
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
Customers
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
Agentic AI - Conversational Marketing
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
Call Analytics
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
Agent Performance Management
9.0
5
Not enough data
9.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Conversation Intelligence
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
Responses
8.1
55
Not enough data
8.2
59
Not enough data
8.3
60
Not enough data
Automation - 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
Platform
8.6
56
Not enough data
8.8
24
Not enough data
8.2
57
Not enough data
Autonomy - 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
Generative AI
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
Responses
8.9
14
Not enough data
8.7
15
Not enough data
9.0
17
Not enough data
8.7
14
Not enough data
8.8
11
Not enough data
Platform
9.3
16
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
8.8
16
Not enough data
8.3
15
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
9.1
13
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.7
10
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
Conversational Platform
6.9
19
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
8.2
16
Not enough data
8.5
19
Not enough data
Support Automation
8.0
18
Not enough data
8.1
19
Not enough data
8.7
20
Not enough data
8.0
20
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.3
10
Not enough data
8.7
10
Not enough data
Customer Support
8.8
12
Not enough data
9.0
10
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
Automation
9.2
11
Not enough data
8.8
12
Not enough data
8.6
12
Not enough data
Artificial Intelligence
8.5
13
Not enough data
8.9
12
Not enough data
8.8
13
Not enough data
Generative AI
9.1
9
Not enough data
9.3
9
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Bot 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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.8
10
Not enough data
8.2
10
Not enough data
8.0
10
Not enough data
Communication
9.0
37
|
Verified
9.3
110
|
Verified
8.8
35
|
Verified
8.8
108
|
Verified
7.3
20
8.2
54
8.6
29
|
Verified
9.7
5
8.5
16
|
Verified
Not enough data
Internal Use
7.7
32
|
Verified
7.7
97
|
Verified
8.0
27
|
Verified
8.9
102
|
Verified
8.5
23
|
Verified
8.3
74
|
Verified
7.7
28
|
Verified
8.0
5
8.9
24
|
Verified
8.1
6
7.6
30
|
Verified
8.7
32
|
Verified
Generative AI
8.3
5
Not enough data
Self-Service Experience
8.4
17
Not enough data
8.2
10
Not enough data
7.8
9
Not enough data
8.3
12
Not enough data
7.9
13
Not enough data
Self-Service Platform
8.1
13
Not enough data
8.3
13
Not enough data
8.5
13
Not enough data
8.5
10
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Customer Self-Service
7.7
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.3(won by default)
6
Not enough data
8.1(won by default)
6
Not enough data
Process
8.1(won by default)
6
Not enough data
7.9(won by default)
8
Not enough data
7.9(won by default)
7
Not enough data
Channels
7.7(won by default)
8
Not enough data
8.3(won by default)
9
Not enough data
8.3(won by default)
7
Not enough data
8.1(won by default)
7
Not enough data
8.3(won by default)
7
Not enough data
Insight
8.3(won by default)
7
Not enough data
7.9(won by default)
8
Not enough data
8.1(won by default)
8
Not enough data
8.3(won by default)
8
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Automation
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
Autonomy
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Outbound Sales
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
Inbound Sales
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
Automation - AI IT Agents
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Autonomy - AI IT 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
IT Ticket Management - AI IT 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
IT Support Automation - AI IT 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
Voice Recognition - AI Voice Assistants
Not enough data
Not enough data
Speech Synthesis - AI Voice Assistants
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security and privacy - AI Voice Assistants
Not enough data
Not enough data
Compatibility - AI Voice Assistants
Not enough data
Not enough data
Conversational AI - Conversational Commerce 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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform integration - Conversational Commerce 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
Analytics and Reporting - Conversational Commerce Platforms
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - SAP Store
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
Customer Query Resolution - AI Customer Support Agents
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
Customer Interaction Automation - AI Customer Support Agents
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
Automation
9.6
9
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
Autonomy
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
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
LivePerson and Olark are categorized as Live Chat
Unique Categories
LivePerson is categorized as AI Agents For Business Operations, Conversational Commerce Platforms, AI IT Agents, AI SDRs, AI Customer Support Agents, Customer Service Automation, Digital Customer Service Platforms, Conversational Support, Conversation Intelligence, Conversational Marketing, Chatbots, Bot Platforms, Social Customer Service, Customer Self-Service, SAP Store, and AI Voice Assistants
Olark has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
LivePerson
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Olark
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
Internet
15.1%
Retail
14.5%
Telecommunications
7.8%
Information Technology and Services
6.1%
Computer Software
4.5%
Other
52.0%
Computer Software
19.6%
Internet
11.4%
Retail
6.4%
Education Management
4.6%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Other
53.9%
Alternatives
Discussions
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MJ
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What is Olark chat?
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LT
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