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Canary Mail alternatives

Canary Mail compared with 7 alternatives: Spark Mail, Airmail, BlueMail, eM Client, Edison Mail and 2 more.

Canary Mail has a free plan. Paid plans start at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly. All 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Canary MailThis toolFree plan · from $36/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Spark MailFree plan · from $8.25/moYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
AirmailFree plan · from $7.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
BlueMailFree plan · from $35.99/yrYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
eM ClientFree plan · from $39.95/yrYesmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android
Edison MailFree plan · from $14.99/moYesWindows, iOS, Android
MarcoFreeFreeWeb, macOS, iOS
Newton MailFree plan · from $5/moYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android

How each one differs from Canary Mail

  1. Spark Mail

    Email client with a unified smart inbox, AI tools and team features

    • Spark Mail starts at $8.25 per user / month, billed annually ($99 / year). Canary Mail starts at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly.
    • Canary Mail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Canary Mail can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Spark Mail also covers meeting notes and shared inbox.

    Suits: People juggling several email accounts across desktop and phone

    Spark Mail vs Canary MailSpark Mail pricing and details

  2. Airmail

    Customizable email client for iPhone, iPad and Mac

    • Airmail starts at $7.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (US App Store in-app prices). Canary Mail starts at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly.
    • Only Canary Mail lists Windows and Android apps.
    • Canary Mail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Airmail also covers inbox filtering.
    • Canary Mail also covers templates and calendar.

    Suits: Apple users who want to tailor swipes, actions and layout in their email app

    Airmail vs Canary MailAirmail pricing and details

  3. BlueMail

    Cross-platform email client with a unified inbox and built-in AI

    • BlueMail starts at $35.99 per year (Plus, shown as $3 per month billed annually). Canary Mail starts at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly.
    • Only BlueMail lists a Linux app.
    • Canary Mail can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • BlueMail also covers inbox filtering.

    Suits: People who want the same email app on phone, Mac, Windows and Linux

    BlueMail vs Canary MailBlueMail pricing and details

  4. eM Client

    Desktop email client for Windows and Mac with calendar and chat

    • eM Client starts at $39.95 per year (Personal subscription, up to 3 devices). Canary Mail starts at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly.
    • Canary Mail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • eM Client also covers notes and tasks.
    • Canary Mail also covers templates.

    Suits: Windows and Mac users who want a full desktop mail client

    eM Client vs Canary MaileM Client pricing and details

  5. Edison Mail

    Free multi-account email app with one-tap unsubscribe

    • Edison Mail starts at $14.99 per month, or $99.99 per year (Edison Mail+). Canary Mail starts at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly.
    • Only Canary Mail lists a macOS app.
    • Canary Mail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Canary Mail can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Edison Mail also covers inbox filtering.

    Suits: People with several email accounts who want a free unified inbox

    Edison Mail vs Canary MailEdison Mail pricing and details

  6. Marco

    Free, offline-first email client for Mac, iPhone and web

    • Marco is free. Canary Mail starts at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly.
    • Only Marco lists a web app.
    • Only Canary Mail lists Windows and Android apps.
    • Canary Mail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Canary Mail can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: People who want an email client without AI writing features

    Marco vs Canary MailMarco pricing and details

  7. Newton Mail

    Cross-platform email app with read receipts, snooze and send later

    • Newton Mail starts at $5 per month, billed annually ($6.99 billed monthly). Canary Mail starts at $36 per year (Growth), shown as $3 per month billed yearly.
    • Only Newton Mail lists a Linux app.
    • Canary Mail is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Canary Mail can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Newton Mail also covers shared inbox.

    Suits: People who want the same mail app on Mac, Windows, iPhone and Android

    Newton Mail vs Canary MailNewton Mail pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Canary Mail

  • It is a mail client, not a provider: it connects to existing accounts and does not create addresses or host mail.
  • Apps are listed for macOS, iOS, Windows and Android only. There is no web or Linux version.
  • AI Copilot, the calendar and Send Later need Growth, while PGP, SecureSend and phishing protection need Pro+ at $100 per year.
  • There is no monthly billing. Paid plans are yearly or lifetime, bought inside the app, and the Free plan is limited to 2 devices.
Canary Mail pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Canary Mail?

The alternatives to Canary Mail in this directory are Spark Mail, Airmail, BlueMail, eM Client, Edison Mail, Marco and Newton Mail. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Canary Mail.

Is there a free alternative to Canary Mail?

Yes. Marco is free to use. Spark Mail, Airmail, BlueMail, eM Client, Edison Mail and Newton Mail have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Canary Mail alternatives work on Linux?

The Canary Mail listing does not include a Linux app. BlueMail and Newton Mail list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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