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Freshdesk vs Asana
SMBs & Growing Support Teams · India
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Freshdesk | Asana |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $15/mo | $10.99/moBetter |
| API Rate Limit | 100 req/min | 150 req/minBetter |
| Target Country | India | Global |
| Category | Customer Support | Project Management |
| Compliance | GDPR, SOC2, ISO27001 | GDPR, CCPA, SOC2 |
| Hosting Regions | IN-Mumbai, US-East, EU-West, AU-East | US-East, EU-West |
| Native Integrations | 6 listed | 7 listedBetter |
Freshdesk — Key Specs
- ✓Built in India by Freshworks — trusted by 60,000+ businesses globally
- ✓AI-powered ticket routing and resolution suggestions (Freddy AI)
- ✓Omnichannel: email, phone, chat, social media in one inbox
- ✓India data centre available — PDPB-ready for Indian businesses
Asana — Key Specs
- ✓Timeline view with dependency mapping for complex project planning
- ✓Workload view shows team capacity in real time to prevent burnout
- ✓Rules automate repetitive task routing with no-code triggers
- ✓GDPR-compliant EU data residency available on paid plans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Freshdesk or Asana?+
Asana starts at $10.99/mo, which is lower than Freshdesk at $15/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Freshdesk or Asana?+
Both support GDPR, SOC2. Freshdesk additionally supports ISO27001. Asana additionally supports CCPA.
Which has a higher API rate limit — Freshdesk or Asana?+
Asana has a higher API rate limit at 150 requests per minute. Freshdesk: 100 req/min. Asana: 150 req/min.
Which tool is better suited for India?+
Freshdesk is evaluated for SMBs & Growing Support Teams in India with hosting regions: IN-Mumbai, US-East, EU-West, AU-East. Asana has hosting regions: US-East, EU-West. For data residency in India, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 25 June 2026
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