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When to choose Groove
- Simple email helpdesk
- Clean inbox UI
Groove vs Zammad
Choosing between Groove and Zammad? Both platforms can work for customer support teams, but they usually fit different company sizes, workflows, and budget expectations.
SimpleEmailSmall teamOpen-sourceModern UISelf-hosted
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When to choose Zammad
- Open-source with genuinely modern UI
- Email, chat, Twitter, Facebook, phone in one place
- AGPL licensed — truly free
Key differences between Groove and Zammad
| Factor | Groove | Zammad |
|---|---|---|
| Best fit | small and mid-sized support teams | small teams and budget-conscious organizations |
| Starting price | From $12/agent/mo | From $5/agent/mo |
| G2-style rating | 4.5/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Main focus | AI-assisted support and automation | ticket management, collaboration, and support operations |
| Category | smb | free |
Groove limitations
- Development seems paused
- Limited modern features
Zammad limitations
- Self-hosting requires Linux skills
- Cloud version is pricier
- PostgreSQL-only from v7
Switching from Groove to Zammad or the other way around?
Use Help Desk Migration to move tickets, customers, agents, groups, comments, attachments, and historical support data with less manual work.