Freshservice vs ConnectWise

Choosing between Freshservice and ConnectWise? Both platforms can work for customer support teams, but they usually fit different company sizes, workflows, and budget expectations.

ITSMITILAsset mgmtMSPPSA+RMMLegacy

When to choose Freshservice

  • Great ITIL alignment
  • Intuitive interface
  • Good asset management

When to choose ConnectWise

  • Very comprehensive MSP platform
  • Massive ecosystem
  • 25k+ customers
  • Mature community

Key differences between Freshservice and ConnectWise

FactorFreshserviceConnectWise
Best fitIT and internal service teamsIT and internal service teams
Starting priceFrom $19/agent/moCustom pricing
G2-style rating4.6/54.1/5
Main focusITSM workflows, service requests, and asset-related supportITSM workflows, service requests, and asset-related support
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Freshservice limitations

  • Can get expensive with add-ons
  • Customization limits compared to Jira

ConnectWise limitations

  • Complex and expensive
  • Notoriously clunky UI
  • Steep learning curve

Switching from Freshservice to ConnectWise or the other way around?

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