eGain Conversation Hub
Conversational support software
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What is eGain Conversation Hub
eGain Conversation Hub is a conversational support software product used by customer service and contact center teams to manage and automate customer interactions across digital channels. It supports live chat and messaging use cases and can incorporate virtual assistants and agent-assist capabilities to help resolve issues and deflect routine inquiries. The product is typically deployed in environments that need integration with CRM/contact center systems and centralized control over conversation workflows and knowledge. It is positioned for organizations that require governed, enterprise-grade customer engagement rather than lightweight website chat alone.
Enterprise contact-center alignment
The product is designed for customer service operations that run structured contact center processes, including escalation from automation to agents. It supports use cases where conversation handling needs to align with service workflows, queues, and agent tooling. This makes it a fit for larger support organizations that need more than basic web chat. It also suits regulated or process-heavy environments that require consistent handling across interactions.
Automation plus agent assistance
eGain Conversation Hub supports conversational automation (virtual assistant/chatbot) alongside human-assisted service. It also includes capabilities intended to help agents during interactions, such as guided responses and knowledge-driven assistance. This combination can reduce handling time for common issues while keeping a path to human resolution. It is useful when organizations want both deflection and improved agent productivity within the same conversational layer.
Integration-oriented architecture
The product is commonly implemented with integrations to existing customer service stacks (for example, CRM, knowledge, and contact center components). This helps organizations keep system-of-record data and service processes in place while adding conversational channels. It supports scenarios where conversation context must be shared across systems for continuity and reporting. Integration focus is important in environments where conversational support is one part of a broader service platform.
Implementation can be complex
Enterprise conversational deployments typically require configuration of workflows, routing, knowledge, and integrations, which can increase time-to-value. Organizations may need specialized administrators or partner support to design and maintain conversation experiences. This can be heavier than adopting simpler chat tools aimed at small teams. Complexity can also increase change-management needs for agents and supervisors.
Best fit for larger teams
The product’s feature set and integration orientation generally align with mid-market to enterprise customer service organizations. Smaller businesses that only need basic website chat or simple messaging may find it more than they require. Licensing and operational overhead can be harder to justify for low-volume support. Buyers should validate that they will use the advanced workflow and automation capabilities.
Channel coverage varies by deployment
Conversational support platforms often differ in which messaging channels and telephony/contact center components are included natively versus via integrations. Depending on the organization’s stack, some channels or features may require additional products, connectors, or professional services. This can affect total cost and the consistency of reporting across channels. Buyers should confirm required channels, routing, and analytics are supported in their intended architecture.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| eGain Conversation Hub (product page) | Not listed — contact sales / "Ask for demo" on product page | Conversation Hub product page does not publish packaged pricing; visitors are asked to contact sales or request a demo. |
| eGain Chat (module) | $25 per user per month | AI-powered live chat (messaging, app, website, video chat options); price listed on the official eGain Chat page. |
| eGain Cobrowse (module) | $25 per user per month | Secure cobrowse for guided form filling; price shown on the official eGain Cobrowse page. |
| eGain AI Agent (conversational self-service) | $0.50 per Resolution (buy in blocks of 100 Resolutions = $50) | Usage-based pricing: $0.50 per Resolution; eGain documents buying in blocks of 100 Resolutions. 2-week free trial is stated on the official AI Agent pricing page. |
| eGain AI Knowledge Hub — Contact Center User | $25 per named user per month | AI-powered knowledge & guidance for contact-center agents; price listed on the official AI Knowledge Hub page. |
| eGain AI Knowledge Hub — Enterprise User | $12.50 per named user per month | For enterprise users (outside the contact center); price listed on the official AI Knowledge Hub page. |
| eGain AI Knowledge Hub — Customer Self-Service | $0.20 per self-service session (sold in blocks of 1,000) | Usage-based; buy in blocks of 1,000 billable session units; price listed on the official AI Knowledge Hub page. |
Seller details
eGain Corporation
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
1997
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https://www.egain.com/
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