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Kayako Pricing 2026: Plans, Costs & Hidden Fees

Complete pricing breakdown to help you choose the right plan

Starting at

$39/mo

Plans available

3

Pricing model

free trial

Pricing last verified: February 21, 2026

Kayako Pricing Plans

Most Popular
Essential
$39/month
  • Unified inbox
  • Live chat
  • Help center
  • SingleView
  • Basic automations
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Scale
$99/month
  • Custom roles & permissions
  • Advanced automations
  • Internal help center
  • Custom reporting
  • API access
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Classic On-Prem
$1500/month
  • Self-hosted deployment
  • Full source code access
  • Unlimited agents (license-based)
  • Complete data control
  • One-time purchase
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Hidden Costs to Consider

Implementation & Setup

Many enterprise software solutions charge implementation fees ranging from a few hundred to thousands of dollars. Ask about setup costs before committing.

Training & Onboarding

Training sessions, dedicated onboarding, and certification programs may incur additional costs beyond the subscription fee.

Integrations & Add-ons

Premium integrations, API access, or additional modules may require separate licenses or higher-tier plans.

Overage Charges

Exceeding user limits, storage caps, or API call quotas can result in unexpected charges. Understand your limits before signing up.

How Kayako Pricing Compares

SoftwareStarting PricePricing ModelRating
Kayako$39/mofree trial7.0/10Current
Zendesk$55/mosubscription4.3/10
Freshdesk$0/mofreemium4.4/10
Intercom$39/mosubscription4.4/10

Kayako Pricing FAQ

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