FreeScout vs JitBit Helpdesk

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Vendor 1

FreeScoutHelp Desk & Ticketing

Free open-source helpdesk and shared inbox alternative to Help Scout.

No reviewsRating2018Founded

Vendor 2

JitBit HelpdeskHelp Desk & Ticketing

Email-first help desk ticketing system with automation, knowledge base, and asset management available as SaaS or self-hosted.

$29+ / agent / monthPriceNo reviewsRating2005Founded

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	Vendor 1 FreeScout Help Desk & Ticketing Best Open Source Helpdesk & Shared Mailbox View profile Visit	Vendor 2 JitBit Helpdesk Help Desk & Ticketing Affordable helpdesk ticketing system. Turns email, chat, web portal and API requests into trackable tickets. View profile Visit
Overview
Category	Help Desk & Ticketing	Help Desk & Ticketing
What it is	Free open-source helpdesk and shared inbox alternative to Help Scout.	Email-first help desk ticketing system with automation, knowledge base, and asset management available as SaaS or self-hosted.
Pricing
Price	Not available	$29+ / agent / month
Pricing model	Free	Tiered plans
Free options	Free plan, Free trial	No free plan, Free trial
Company
Founded	2018	2005
Team size	1-10 employees	11-50 employees
Headquarters	Remote	London, UK

Typical monthly range: $10–$30 per seat. 6% are priced on request.