Customer Support · head to head
Kustomer vs LivePerson

LivePerson
Live Chat
Enterprise-grade conversational AI platform
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- On request
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The short version
- Each has a real cost: Kustomer pricing not published; requires customised sales assessment and quote for exact costs; LivePerson no price is published for any of the three tiers, and the page states no cost metric
- They diverge on capability: Kustomer covers Unified customer view, LivePerson covers Live chat.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Kustomer and LivePerson actually diverge.
| Attribute | Kustomer | LivePerson |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | quote | subscription |
| Platforms | Web, Cloud | Web, Mobile app, IOS, Android, Messaging apps |
| Category | Customer Support | Live Chat |
| Founded | 2015 | 1995 |
Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated).
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 Kustomer
- Unified customer view
- AI automation
- Omnichannel
- Workflow automation
- Knowledge base
- Analytics
- Shopify
- Magento
Only in LivePerson
- Live chat
- Conversational AI
- Mobile messaging
- Intent detection
- Salesforce
- Zendesk
- Slack
- Webhooks
Both cover
- Web support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Kustomer
- Large B2C and B2B organisations managing 600+ customer support interactions across omnichannel platformsnot LivePerson
- Retail, financial services, travel and hospitality sectors requiring integrated AI-powered supportnot LivePerson
- Enterprises seeking customer 360 views and advanced workflow automationnot LivePerson
LivePerson
- Conversational AI and messaging across web, SMS and social channelsnot Kustomer
- Routing customer conversations between bots and human agentsnot Kustomer
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Kustomer
- Pricing not published; requires customised sales assessment and quote for exact costs
- Voice (call), SMS, and WhatsApp support operate on separate pay-as-you-go pricing models
- Customisation-based pricing structure means no transparent cost comparison with competitors
LivePerson
- No price is published for any of the three tiers, and the page states no cost metric
- Despite advertising minimal add ons, SMS outbound and WhatsApp carry separate charges plus a 15% handling fee
- X is supported only with additional fees
- Every route to a figure is a quote request or an RFP
Pricing, plan by plan
Kustomer
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the Kustomer review.
LivePerson
On request- Professional$100/month
- Live chat
- Basic AI
- Automations
- Enterprise$500/month
- Advanced AI
- Custom integrations
- Premium$undefined/month
- Custom solutions
- Dedicated support
Which should you pick?
Choose Kustomer if
- You need unified customer view.
- You work on Web, Cloud.
- You also want ai automation.
Choose LivePerson if
- You need live chat.
- You work on Web, Mobile app, IOS, Android, Messaging apps.
- You also want conversational ai.
Questions people ask
- Is Kustomer or LivePerson better?
- Neither clearly leads. Kustomer starts at On request and LivePerson at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Kustomer or LivePerson?
- Kustomer starts at On request and LivePerson at On request.
- Does Kustomer or LivePerson run on more platforms?
- Kustomer runs on Web, Cloud. LivePerson runs on Web, Mobile app, IOS, Android, Messaging apps.
- What is Kustomer best used for?
- Kustomer is most often used for large b2c and b2b organisations managing 600+ customer support interactions across omnichannel platforms, retail, financial services, travel and hospitality sectors requiring integrated ai-powered support, enterprises seeking customer 360 views and advanced workflow automation. Of those, large b2c and b2b organisations managing 600+ customer support interactions across omnichannel platforms and retail, financial services, travel and hospitality sectors requiring integrated ai-powered support are not what LivePerson is typically brought in for.
- What can Kustomer do that LivePerson cannot?
- Kustomer covers Unified customer view, AI automation, Omnichannel, Workflow automation. LivePerson covers Live chat, Conversational AI, Mobile messaging, Intent detection. Both handle Web support, Android support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Kustomer: How much does Kustomer cost?
Kustomer uses a custom, quote-based pricing model and does not publish standard rates. Every CX team setup is different, so pricing varies based on company size, number of support agents, and monthly conversation volume.
SourceLivePerson: How much does LivePerson cost?
LivePerson does not publish pricing on its website. The platform operates on a quote-based model with three subscription tiers: Bronze (messaging-first workspace), Silver (with automation and AI features), and Gold (advanced analytics and Generative AI). Customers must request quotes from the sales team.
SourceKustomer: How do I get a Kustomer pricing quote?
Complete a 2-minute ROI calculator assessment that gathers information about your industry, company size, agent count, and monthly conversation volume. Results provide directional pricing estimates before sales connects with you.
SourceLivePerson: What are LivePerson's pricing tiers?
LivePerson offers Bronze (includes multi-channel workspace and Intent Manager), Silver (adds AI automation and Conversation Assist), and Gold (adds Generative AI and Proactive Messaging). Each tier includes progressively more advanced AI capabilities and support levels.
SourceKustomer: Are there add-on costs for Kustomer features?
Yes, add-on services include HIPAA Enabled Subscription, implementation services, Voice, SMS, and WhatsApp support on a pay-as-you-go model.
SourceLivePerson: Are there additional fees beyond the base LivePerson subscription?
Yes, Proactive Messaging charges carrier rates plus a 15% handling fee, and additional fees apply for certain communication channels like X (formerly Twitter).
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