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Chatwoot
Open source Intercom alternative. Self-host your support stack. Omnichannel and actually good.
The honest take.
Open source Intercom alternative. Self-host your support stack. Omnichannel and actually good.
Who it's for.
Best for
General use across stages.
Avoid if
You need something very specific not covered here.
Our verdict.
Review
Chatwoot is solid. Open source Intercom alternative. Self-host your support stack. Omnichannel and actually good.
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No paid placements, ever.
40+ hours tested
Real projects, not demos.
Review date
Last updated April 2026.
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We revisit as tools evolve.