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NICE CXone vs TalkDesk comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 30, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
4.4
Small teams save over $200,000 yearly with NICE CXone, reducing costs and easing infrastructure management burdens compared to Genesis.
Sentiment score
6.2
TalkDesk improved efficiency through automation, reduced infrastructure needs, and enhanced performance, delivering ROI despite initial delays.
NICE CXone saves time and resources due to its cloud-based nature, where infrastructure management is handled by AWS, reducing the need for me to manage it.
Technology Specialist at Cognizant
After implementing TalkDesk, we boosted our solution and our workforce to improve our response time.
Engeniering cloud at a insurance company with 201-500 employees
I have not really sat down to get the exact metrics on return on investment, but I can say that in terms of time, it helps us save a lot because of the automation and unification.
IT Specialist at Dreams of Success Initiative Uganda
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
6.9
NICE CXone customer service is praised for friendliness and efficiency, though complex issue resolutions can sometimes be slower.
Sentiment score
6.9
TalkDesk's customer service is praised for efficiency and professionalism, but some users report occasional slow response times.
On a scale of one to ten, where ten is the best, I would rate NICE CXone technical support team a ten.
Cx Product Manager at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees
We have our own technical account manager which provides us with substantial visibility.
Senior Manager, Contact Center Technology at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
If the issue is network-related or involves configuration, or maybe implementing a new tool, it might take north of 24 hours to identify the right resource to assist you.
Operations Manager at a financial services firm with 11-50 employees
Customer support is generally good; however, I find it less responsive at certain hours of the day.
IT Specialist at Dreams of Success Initiative Uganda
I am happy with the support line.
Engeniering cloud at a insurance company with 201-500 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
5.6
NICE CXone is scalable and adaptable, handling large user numbers efficiently, making it ideal for growing organizations.
Sentiment score
7.3
TalkDesk excels in scalability, allowing seamless user expansion and outperforming competitors like RingCentral in supporting business growth.
I have migrated approximately 500 people to the system, and it can certainly support more users beyond this number.
Technology Specialist at Cognizant
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
6.2
NICE CXone is reliable with rare outages, timely support, and some noted challenges, maintaining positive user relationships.
Sentiment score
6.7
TalkDesk is reliable with minor issues resolved quickly, rated 6-9/10 for stability and globally satisfying users.
In general, the stability is good.
Senior Manager, Contact Center Technology at a financial services firm with 10,001+ employees
While the system often operates without issues, there have been instances of reports involving VM resource congestion, WFM issues, and RT problems.
Technology Specialist at Cognizant
 

Room For Improvement

NICE CXone needs streamlined design, better reporting, improved call quality, and cost-effective pricing with enhanced integration and usability options.
TalkDesk users seek improved automation, campaign features, customization, speed, documentation, stability, cloud storage, dialer functionality, and support.
I need to log into different portals for NICE CXone, whereas my other competitor platforms offer single sign-on where I can log in once and access all partner-led programs and learning materials in one location.
Cx Product Manager at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees
Compared to challengers such as Zoom, which seem more cost-effective, NICE CXone's suite of products is very modular, so as they provide new services, you have to add to your existing package and this balloons your costs since there's an additional license needed to use the new tools, leading to potentially higher out-of-pocket expenses.
Operations Manager at a financial services firm with 11-50 employees
The audio quality in NICE CXone has room for improvement, as I experience issues like diffused calls and crackling audio.
Technology Specialist at Cognizant
I don't have many missing features to recommend adding; all my needs are covered, and it integrates well with tools such as Zendesk and Microsoft Teams.
IT Specialist at Dreams of Success Initiative Uganda
 

Setup Cost

NICE CXone pricing includes contract-based licensing with complex data extraction, necessitating evaluation of costs and features for enterprises.
TalkDesk offers fair pricing from $35-$50 per license, with discounts for volume and flexible tiered pricing.
I would say generally that the pricing is fair and the setup is also not bad.
IT Specialist at Dreams of Success Initiative Uganda
 

Valuable Features

NICE CXone offers flexible navigation, robust omnichannel integration, real-time monitoring, AI tools, and adaptable configuration for superior experiences.
TalkDesk offers seamless integration, AI-driven automation, omnichannel support and robust customization, enhancing efficiency and productivity in customer interactions.
The switch from using Avaya, which required connecting to a hard or soft phone, to using WebRTC via a web browser has significantly improved customer service efficiency.
Technology Specialist at Cognizant
I assess the ease of using NICE CXone interface for new agents as excellent.
Cx Product Manager at a comms service provider with 10,001+ employees
Some of the best features with NICE CXone are the real-time visibility that you have, which empowers you to make adjustments on the fly, such as turning on and off your queues and adjusting how we route calls to our agents.
Operations Manager at a financial services firm with 11-50 employees
With the omnichannel feature, I don't need to log into all my social media handles or check my chats and emails separately, as I find everything in one place, which helps me become more efficient, save time, and stay organized.
IT Specialist at Dreams of Success Initiative Uganda
The main feature for us is reporting and the capability to maintain a strict relationship with our customers.
Engeniering cloud at a insurance company with 201-500 employees
 

Categories and Ranking

NICE CXone
Ranking in Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS)
4th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
6.5
Number of Reviews
16
Ranking in other categories
Workforce Engagement Management (3rd), IVR Systems (1st), Live Chat (1st), Knowledge Management Software (6th), AI Customer Experience Personalization (9th)
TalkDesk
Ranking in Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS)
5th
Average Rating
8.2
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
13
Ranking in other categories
Contact Center Platforms (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) category, the mindshare of NICE CXone is 11.3%, up from 10.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of TalkDesk is 2.4%, up from 2.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
NICE CXone11.3%
TalkDesk2.4%
Other86.3%
Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS)
 

Featured Reviews

AG
Technology Specialist at Cognizant
Improved efficiency with browser-based call handling and efficient scripting tools
The audio quality in NICE CXone has room for improvement, as I experience issues like diffused calls and crackling audio. Clearing cache and cookies from browsers often resolves these problems, but it's something that occurs frequently. Simplifying the studio tool could also be an improvement, along with organizing external training and better communication about new features, like agent assist or agent co-pilot.
YM
IT Specialist at Dreams of Success Initiative Uganda
Unified channels have simplified customer support and now need more responsive assistance
The best features TalkDesk offers include the unification of messages through omnichannel support, which allows me to combine all messages from voice calls, SMS, chats, email, and social media onto a single platform. I also utilize the AI features for immediate customer support with a virtual assistant to handle customers when our agents are offline, and it requires no coding, making it really easy to use. The AI support specifically helps me save a lot of time as I only have to input and set it up; in case of any inquiries, it automatically provides feedback to customers needing help. Additionally, with the omnichannel feature, I don't need to log into all my social media handles or check my chats and emails separately, as I find everything in one place, which helps me become more efficient, save time, and stay organized.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
12%
Computer Software Company
10%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Insurance Company
6%
Manufacturing Company
13%
Computer Software Company
13%
Energy/Utilities Company
8%
Retailer
8%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business10
Midsize Enterprise5
Large Enterprise4
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business5
Midsize Enterprise4
Large Enterprise4
 

Questions from the Community

What needs improvement with NICE CXone?
The reporting isn't bad, but there are opportunities for improvement; we get real-time dashboards for monitoring, though for performance management, we have to procure certain reports manually by p...
What is your primary use case for NICE CXone?
We're working in the finance space, banking, and our customers that we support are primarily banks and remittance services. We are a contact center providing services to other businesses, primarily...
What advice do you have for others considering NICE CXone?
I really can't add any value about how it's influenced our customer journey just yet because we're just in the process of implementing that and have no data at this stage. Overall, NICE CXone is no...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for TalkDesk?
Regarding pricing, I find it not bad, and while I don't know the specifics of setup cost and licensing since I'm not part of the financial team that purchases the software, I would say generally th...
What needs improvement with TalkDesk?
TalkDesk is a good tool and I don't have any major needs for improvement. If I had to suggest anything, it might be to reduce the pricing, but it is fair overall. Regarding needed improvements, whi...
What is your primary use case for TalkDesk?
I have used TalkDesk for approximately seven to eight months. I use TalkDesk to manage my communications with my clients by unifying voice, SMS, chat, email, and all social media messages within a ...
 

Comparisons

 

Also Known As

NICE inContact, NICE CXone Workforce Optimization Pro, NICE CXOne WFO Pro, CXone Workforce Optimization, inContact Workforce Optimization, CallCopy, Discover, VPI Empower, Brand Embassy, goMoxie
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