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Tidio vs HubSpot Service Hub: which is better?
Short answer
Tidio costs less in the first year ($290.04 vs $420 for 5 users). Pick Tidio for live chat plus AI bot for small shops; pick HubSpot Service Hub for support teams already on HubSpot CRM.
| Fact | Tidio | HubSpot Service Hub | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Live chat plus AI bot for small shops | Support teams already on HubSpot CRM | — |
| Free plan | Yes, 50 conversations | Yes, 2 users | Tie |
| Entry plan | Starter: $24.17 / mo | Starter: $7 / seat / mo | — |
| Mid plan | Growth: $49.17 / mo | Professional: $90 / seat / mo | — |
| Top plan | Plus: $300 / mo | Enterprise: $150 / seat / mo | — |
| 1st year, 5 users | $290.04 | $420 | Tidio |
| Platforms | Web | Web | Tie |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which has the better free plan, Tidio or HubSpot Service Hub?
Neither stands out: Tidio: Yes, 50 conversations; HubSpot Service Hub: Yes, 2 users.
Should you pick Tidio or HubSpot Service Hub?
Pick Tidio if
- you want live chat plus AI bot for small shops
- the free plan is enough (50 conversations)
Pick HubSpot Service Hub if
- you want support teams already on HubSpot CRM
- the free plan is enough (2 users)
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Tidio pricing | tidio.com/pricing/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
| HubSpot Service Hub pricing | hubspot.com/pricing/service | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare