Comparison

Platform28 vs Talkdesk

Considering Talkdesk? See how Platform28 offers the same modern capabilities with 20+ years of experience, lower costs, and service that actually feels personal.

Side-by-Side Comparison

See how Platform28 compares to Talkdesk on what matters most.

Category Platform28 Talkdesk
Pricing Save 35%+ compared to Talkdesk $55-90/user/month Better Value $85-145/user/month
Implementation Support No hidden implementation fees Included in pricing Better Value Additional cost
Uptime SLA Both offer excellent reliability 99.999% 100% (select tiers)
Customer Success Dedicated support at every level Named CSM for all Better Value Varies by plan
Years in Business Proven track record 20+ years Better Value ~13 years
Pricing Transparency Know costs upfront Published on website Better Value Contact for quote
Workflow Automation No extra cost for Enterprise Built-in AgentFlow Better Value Requires third-party tools
Quality Management 100% AI coverage, no extra cost AI scoring included ($65) Better Value $15-20/user add-on

Why Choose Platform28 Over Talkdesk

Organizations choose Platform28 for these key advantages.

Lower Total Cost

Platform28 is 35%+ less expensive than Talkdesk, with implementation support included. No surprise fees or expensive add-ons.

20+ Years of Experience

While Talkdesk is growing fast, Platform28 has been solving contact center challenges for over two decades. We've seen it all.

Personal Service

At Talkdesk, you might be one of thousands. At Platform28, you get a dedicated team that knows your name and your business.

Full Platform Control

We build our entire stack in-house. Need a custom feature? We can build it. No waiting on third-party vendors.

The Platform28 Difference

Experience Matters

Talkdesk is a well-funded startup growing quickly. Platform28 has been in the contact center business for over 20 years.

What does that experience mean for you?

  • We've seen it all — complex integrations, unusual requirements, edge cases that newer platforms haven't encountered
  • Stable, proven technology — our platform has been refined over two decades, not two funding rounds
  • Long-term partnerships — our average customer relationship is 6+ years because we deliver
  • No VC pressure — we're focused on your success, not our next valuation
20+ Years in business
6+ Avg. customer years
500+ Organizations served

All the Modern Features You Need

Platform28 matches Talkdesk's modern capabilities—with decades of reliability behind them.

AI & Automation

  • AI-powered chatbots
  • Intelligent IVR
  • Automated callbacks
  • Speech analytics
  • Agent assist

Omnichannel

  • Voice
  • Email
  • Chat
  • SMS
  • Social media

Agent Experience

  • Unified workspace
  • Screen pop
  • Knowledge base
  • Real-time guidance
  • Mobile support

Management

  • Live dashboards
  • Custom reporting
  • Quality management
  • Workforce management
  • Call recording

See Your Potential Savings

Platform28 typically costs 35%+ less than Talkdesk—before factoring in implementation and add-on savings.

50 agents on Talkdesk Elevate $5,750/month
50 agents on Platform28 Professional $3,250/month
Annual Savings $30,000/year
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Ready to make the switch?

See why organizations choose Platform28's experience and value over Talkdesk.