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| Attribute | Zendesk | Gorgias |
|---|---|---|
| Type | tool | tool |
| Summary | Zendesk is a cloud-based customer service suite that unifies support, sales, and CX operations across email, chat, phone, and social channels. | Gorgias is a unified helpdesk for ecommerce brands, consolidating customer support across email, chat, social, and SMS. Built for Shopify operators managing high-volume support. |
| Pricing | freemium · See vendor site — sample data | paid · See vendor site — sample data |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | No |
| Editor rating | — | — |
| Categories | Customer Service, Support Software, CX Platforms | Customer Support, Helpdesk, Ecommerce Operations |
| Key features | Multi-channel ticketing (email, chat, phone, social, messaging apps) · AI-powered Answer Bot for automated deflection and first-response · Customizable automation rules, macros, and workflows · Built-in knowledge base (Zendesk Guide) for self-service · Real-time dashboards and Zendesk Explore for analytics and reporting | Unified inbox consolidating email, live chat, SMS, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and messaging apps · Native Shopify integration displaying order history, product details, and customer data in support tickets · Automation rules, canned responses, and macros for handling repetitive inquiries · Team collaboration tools including ticket assignment, internal notes, and priority queuing · Reporting dashboards tracking response time, resolution rate, customer satisfaction, and team performance (verify current metrics on vendor site) |
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