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7 reasons to choose DeskDay over HaloPSA

Cut Costs by Over 45%

DeskDay provides all the essential PSA features for a small to medium MSP at a fraction of HaloPSA’s price.

Faster Setup

Get your team up and running in weeks, not months. DeskDay’s guided onboarding accelerates time to value.

Fully Customizable Service Desk Automation Workflows

Configure DeskDay to fit your service desk operations without writing a single line of code.

Simpler, Cleaner Interface

HaloPSA can feel bloated and dated. DeskDay’s modern UI is purpose-built for speed and clarity, so techs can resolve tickets faster.

Responsive Customer Support

Get prompt support from real humans via live chat, email, or Discord.

AI-Native Insights and Optimization

DeskDay, powered by Helena, automates tasks, delivers smart recommendations, and provides real-time insights to optimize operations and drive decisions.

Perfect for Growing MSPs

Whether you’re a solo MSP or a 10+ tech team, DeskDay scales with you. Built with flexibility to adapt to how you work.

Save more with DeskDay

DeskDay gives you more value for your money without compromising on performance or reliability.

Platform
Cost per Tech
Min. Techs
For 10 Techs
Total Monthly (Min Seats Applied)
Onboarding Fees
Billing Model
Estimated Savings
$109/mo
5
$1,090/mo
$545/mo (5-tech min)
Starts at $4,000
Monthly / Annual
$59/mo
No Min.
$590/mo
$59/mo (1-tech min)
None
Monthly / Annual
Save up to 45% or more

DeskDay vs. Autotask:

Comprehensive PSA feature comparison

Category
HaloPSA
DeskDay
Core PSA Modules

Comprehensive suite including Service Desk, CRM, Project Management, Billing, Asset Management, Knowledge Base, and Time Tracking.

Purpose-built suite including Chat-based Service Desk, Project Management, Billing, Timesheets, Reports, Quality Assurance, and Announcements.

User Interface (UI)

Traditional UI; may require a learning curve for new users.

Modern, intuitive, chat-based interface designed for ease of use and fast onboarding.

Automation & AI

Offers AI Report Builder, ticket suggestions, and chatbot integrations.

Zero-touch automation with SLA tracking, auto-routing, resolution suggestions, and Helena AI for ticket replies, sentiment analysis, and resolution notes.

Multi-Channel Support

Supports Email, Portal, and optional Chat integrations.

Built-in support for Email, Web Portal, Microsoft Teams, Mobile App, and Desktop App.

Mobile Accessibility

Mobile apps available for techs

Dedicated mobile apps for both techs and end-users, ensuring real-time, on-the-go support.

Integrations

Extensive ecosystem: NinjaOne, Datto RMM, IT Glue, N-able, ConnectWise Control, QuickBooks, Azure AD, and more.

Native integrations with Level, NinjaOne, N-able N-central, QuickBooks,and O365. More under development (incl. Pax8, Hudu, Xero, etc.).

Customization

Highly customizable with scripting, workflows, and UI settings.

Customizable to a large extent:Notification rules, automation workflows, ticket views, SLA logic, and custom responses.

Reporting & Analytics

Advanced reporting with SQL-based custom dashboards and visualizations.

Real-time performance metrics, QA scoring, resolution tracking, and curated analytics dashboards.

Onboarding Time

Can take 2-6 weeks,with professional services; learning curve may be steep for small teams.

Designed for same-day onboarding, with guided setup and smart defaults.

Support Experience

Standard business support hours with community forums; premium support plans available.

Direct chat and email support, smart in-app guidance.

Implementation Complexity

Requires setup of modules, roles, scripts, integrations, and workflows; typically consultant-assisted.

Low-complexity onboarding with prebuilt templates, guided automation flows, and DIY configurability.

Update Frequency

Regular updates every few months; major changes may require reconfiguration or retraining.

Agile updates; features evolve based on customer feedback.

Pricing

Starts at $109/tech/monthonboarding fees can range from $2,000–$6,000.

Starts at $59/tech/month; no onboarding fees, transparent pricing.

Ideal For

Medium to large MSPs needing deep configuration, scripting, and enterprise-scale capabilities.

Growing MSPs seeking AI-first, intuitive, all-in-one PSA that’s affordable, modern, and fast to implement.

If DeskDay sounds like a good fit for you, start your free trial with us today! 
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