Intercom

The ability to converse with our customers quickly and seamlessly between email and the messenger app is great. They've thought through this feature set very well and it brings us very close to our customers and we are able to convert leads very well through this service too.

Other similar apps function the same, but their UI/UX is lacking compared to Intercom. The actual feel of the app is clean and friendly and dare I say...even fun to use.

Customer success at Intercom is also excellent, they've got our backs and I appreciate it (although getting paired with someone in a vastly different time zone can hold up ticket times on our end).

There are some gaps in the help center and email features. It would be ideal to create/edit documents in a manner closer to Microsoft Word or Google doc, as those are the standard for editing documents these days. Little things like not being able to create a list inside of a document the way I would in other apps can be frustrating, but there is usually a workaround of some sort that will suffice (I'm just picky).

It would also be nice to only be paired with their team members in our time zone. Working in the US and then being helped by a team member from Australia means our ticket times take much longer and conversation is hard to do in real time.

The actual product works well. We'd have stayed using it for a long time if not for the changes in their billing and support.

The support is now the minimum it could possibly be, even if you are spending $1200 a month with them. Good luck getting hold of someone. If it were to sell us some new aspect they'd probably reply in a snap.

A strong platform for consumer communication, Intercom has a lot of functions. Because of its real-time chat capabilities, businesses can interact with clients right away, offering speedy help and addressing problems. Through the platform's automation technologies, targeted outreach and customised messaging are made possible. The strong analytics capabilities of Intercom enable data-driven decision-making by offering priceless insights into customer behavior. Additionally, Intercom's connectivity with CRM and other external apps boosts productivity and enables a smooth user experience for customers. Intercom enables companies to provide great customer service and establish lasting bonds.

The pricing structure of Intercom is one potential flaw, as it can be unaffordable for startups or small organizations with tight budgets. The price has been criticized by some customers as being too exorbitant in comparison to other options. Furthermore, setting up and modifying some complex features could call for technical know-how or support, which could be difficult for individuals without a technological background. However, Intercom offers thorough support materials and documentation to assist customers in getting beyond these obstacles.

+ Beautiful design, with many useful details.
+ Good iOS and Android app with slightly limited operation.
+ An easy to understand messenger for the customer.
+ Customisable messenger with colours, text and details.

- High price and only monthly plans.
- Platform only in English.
- Minimal help center, but large but confusing Academy pages.
- Tedious setup help, although the setup itself is not complex.
- Support replies take up to two days, in English only.