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TapHTML vs WebTalk
Both stand on live chat software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan ExtensionSelf-hostedWeb
TapHTML combines a free website chat widget with team management, multi-channel alerts, Gmail replies, and browser tools. Its public code and self-hosting option may matter to teams with infrastructure requirements.
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WebTalk focuses on live agent conversations through an embeddable website widget rather than a chatbot. Its free plans include broad team and conversation limits plus visitor identification, workspaces, notifications, and mobile access.
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| TapHTML | WebTalk | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Extension, Self-hosted, Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | WebTalk |
| Website | taphtml.com | webtalk.sh |
| On live chat software | #43 of 94 | #47 of 94 |
TapHTML: what it does well
- Free widget plan at no cost
- Alerts through Slack, Discord, Telegram, and web push
- Gmail replies also appear in chat
- Chrome and Firefox sidebar extensions
- MIT-licensed code can be self-hosted
What to know first
- No visitor tracking or tracking cookies
- Chat histories and media stored on its VPS
WebTalk: what it does well
- Installs with one script tag
- Unlimited conversations and team members
- Supports multiple isolated workspaces
- Widget branding and greeting are customizable
- Includes email and Web Push notifications
What to know first
- Website chatbot is not included
- Runs through a website chat channel
- Conversation messages and profiles are retained indefinitely unless deleted
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