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Google Dialogflow vs Smartsupp

Google Dialogflow logo

Google Dialogflow

Live Chat

Google's conversational AI platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Smartsupp logo

Smartsupp

Live Chat

Live chat with advanced visitor tracking and co-browsing

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Google Dialogflow usage-based pricing expected but specific rates not confirmed; Smartsupp free tier limited to 25 conversations per month and 14-day history
  • They diverge on capability: Google Dialogflow covers NLU and NLG, Smartsupp covers Live chat messaging.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Google Dialogflow and Smartsupp actually diverge.

Attributes where Google Dialogflow and Smartsupp differ
AttributeGoogle DialogflowSmartsupp
Pricing modelusage-basedsubscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, Messaging apps, Voice assistantsWeb, Mobile app, IOS, Android
Founded19982012

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Live Chat).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Google Dialogflow

  • NLU and NLG
  • Multi-language support
  • Integration with Google services
  • Webhooks
  • Google Cloud
  • Facebook
  • Telegram
  • Mobile support

Only in Smartsupp

  • Live chat messaging
  • Co-browsing
  • Visitor tracking
  • Heatmaps
  • Shopify
  • Zapier
  • API
  • Mobile app support

Both cover

  • Slack
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Google Dialogflow

  • Customer engagementnot Smartsupp
  • Lead generationnot Smartsupp
  • Customer supportnot Smartsupp
  • Sales automationnot Smartsupp

Smartsupp

  • Small teams wanting a bundled live chat and low-volume AI agent starting under $20/monthnot Google Dialogflow

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Google Dialogflow

  • Usage-based pricing expected but specific rates not confirmed
  • Free tier details not documented in available content

Smartsupp

  • Free tier limited to 25 conversations per month and 14-day history
  • Annual billing required for best pricing (up to 30% savings)
  • Operator limits scale with plan tier

Pricing, plan by plan

Google Dialogflow

Free
  • Free TierFree
    • 100 requests/day
    • Basic NLU
  • Standard$0.005/month
    • Pay per request
    • Advanced features
  • Enterprise$undefined/month
    • Custom SLAs
    • Dedicated support

Smartsupp

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 operator
    • 25 conversations per month
    • 14-day conversation history
  • Solo$17/month
    • 1 operator
    • Unlimited conversations
    • All channels including email
  • Plus$25/month
    • 3 operators
    • Unlimited conversations
    • Automation workflows
  • Expert$83/month
    • 5+ operators
    • Unlimited conversations
    • Premium support

Which should you pick?

Choose Google Dialogflow if

  • You need nlu and nlg.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile, Messaging apps, Voice assistants.
  • You also want multi-language support.

Choose Smartsupp if

  • You need live chat messaging.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile app, IOS, Android.
  • You also want co-browsing.

Questions people ask

Is Google Dialogflow or Smartsupp better?
Neither clearly leads. Google Dialogflow starts at Free and Smartsupp at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Google Dialogflow or Smartsupp?
Google Dialogflow starts at Free and Smartsupp at Free.
Does Google Dialogflow or Smartsupp run on more platforms?
Google Dialogflow runs on Web, Mobile, Messaging apps, Voice assistants. Smartsupp runs on Web, Mobile app, IOS, Android.
Can I use Google Dialogflow for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Google Dialogflow best used for?
Google Dialogflow is most often used for customer engagement, lead generation, customer support, sales automation. Of those, customer engagement and lead generation are not what Smartsupp is typically brought in for.
What can Google Dialogflow do that Smartsupp cannot?
Google Dialogflow covers NLU and NLG, Multi-language support, Integration with Google services, Webhooks. Smartsupp covers Live chat messaging, Co-browsing, Visitor tracking, Heatmaps. Both handle Slack, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Google Dialogflow: How is Google Dialogflow priced?

Dialogflow uses usage-based pricing through Google Cloud. Costs vary based on the number of requests, interactions, or queries depending on the specific Dialogflow edition (Standard or Enterprise).

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Smartsupp: How much does Smartsupp cost?

Smartsupp offers a free plan for up to 25 conversations monthly. Paid plans start at $17/month for Solo (annual: $204/year), $25/month for Plus, and $83/month for Expert. Enterprise plans start at $280/month with custom features and annual billing offers up to 30% savings.

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Google Dialogflow: Does Google Dialogflow offer a free tier?

Google Cloud typically provides free tier access for Dialogflow, but specific free quota limits depend on the Dialogflow edition and must be verified in the Google Cloud Console.

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Smartsupp: What is included in Smartsupp's free tier?

Smartsupp's free tier includes 1 operator, up to 25 conversations per month, 14-day conversation history, and basic channel support. All paid plans offer unlimited conversations and advanced features including AI-powered reply assists.

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Google Dialogflow: What factors affect Dialogflow pricing beyond request volume?

Dialogflow pricing depends on request volume, concurrent users, AI model complexity, data processing volume, and additional features or third-party integrations used.

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Smartsupp: What payment options and currencies does Smartsupp support?

Smartsupp accepts monthly or annual billing with annual subscriptions providing up to 30% savings. The platform supports multiple currencies including CZK, EUR, USD, and PLN. A 14-day free trial is available for paid plans with no credit card required initially.

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Google Dialogflow: Where can I find exact Dialogflow pricing rates for my use case?

Exact per-query pricing and free tier limits are documented in the Google Cloud Console under Dialogflow billing. Regional pricing variations apply, and enterprise customers can contact Google Cloud sales.

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